Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music worth booking?
Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music is a 2.5-hour experience in Salzburg, Austria, from $34 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (18)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $34 per person
This Salzburg Bike Tour is the perfect complement to our walking tours. While we explore the historic Old Town of Salzburg on the walking tours, the bike tour takes us into the nature around Salzburg. However, the bike tour not only shows you the surroundings of Salzburg, but also takes us to some of the most iconic filming locations of the Sound of Music and tells the story of the filming of the Sound of Music movie, but also the true story of the Trapp family in Salzburg. We ride along the oldest stately avenue in Central Europe and find several castles that in history were used by archbishops and nobility, before they served as filming locations for the movie. Our meeting point for the Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour of Salzburg is located just outside the old town of Salzburg. Therefore, it only takes 2 minutes by bike to transit from the city to the beautiful countryside that surrounds Salzburg.
What you get
About this experience
This Salzburg Bike Tour is the perfect complement to our walking tours. While we explore the historic Old Town of Salzburg on the walking tours, the bike tour takes us into the nature around Salzburg. However, the bike tour not only shows you the surroundings of Salzburg, but also takes us to some of the most iconic filming locations of the Sound of Music and tells the story of the filming of the Sound of Music movie, but also the true story of the Trapp family in Salzburg. We ride along the oldest stately avenue in Central Europe and find several castles that in history were used by archbishops and nobility, before they served as filming locations for the movie. Our meeting point for the Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour of Salzburg is located just outside the old town of Salzburg. Therefore, it only takes 2 minutes by bike to transit from the city to the beautiful countryside that surrounds Salzburg.
What's included
Included
- Bicycle use
What you'll see and do
Schloss Frohnburg
The Frohnburg is one of the castles that line the path to Hellbrunn Palace along the "Hellbrunner Allee," the Prince-Archbishop's Alley. The Frohnburg was the castle used for the facade of the house in the film Sound of Music. Nowadays it belongs to the University of Music of Salzburg which is why you can often hear classical music coming from inside.
15 minutes here
Schloss Hellbrunn
Hellbrunn palace is the highlight of the surroundings of Salzburg. Hellbrunn is most well known for the trick fountains, but Hellbrunn is also a stop on any Sound of Music tour because of the gazebo from the sixteen-seventeen song from the movie. When we arrive at Hellbrunn after 5 kilometers of cycling, we take a short break to see the park, the palace from the outside, and the pavilion, and to have something to drink or eat if desired.
30 minutes here
Schloss Leopoldskron
Leopoldskron, a castle from the first half of the 18th century, and the Leopoldskroner Weiher, an artificial lake created for the castle, were also used in The Sound of Music. Leopoldskron Castle was used as the back of the house where Maria and the children hung from the trees and where they capsized with the boat. The castle is now owned by the American foundation "Salzburg Global Seminar". The park is accessible only to guests of the Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron. So we can't visit the park directly, but while cycling around the pond we get a great view from the other side.
15 minutes here
Stift Nonnberg
Nonnberg Abbey is not only the oldest monastery for women in the world but was also the abbey from the Sound of Music. The Abbey is close to the meeting point for the Salzburg Bike Tour. Therefore, we will ascend to the abbey before we finish the tour. Nonnberg Abbey is slightly elevated which provides another fantastic view of the surroundings in the south of Salzburg and of the alps in the distance. We can't enter the Abbey but we can enter the church and the cemetery which will give you an idea of what the convent is about.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Salzburg
We meet next to Unipark, a modern university building in the Nonntal area, 10min walking from the Cathedral. In front of Unipark, coming from the old town, the 15 bikes and a box are on the right 100m before the Nonntal bus terminal and 50m after the Hypo Bank next to a bike self service station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet next to Unipark, a modern university building in the Nonntal area, 10min walking from the Cathedral. In front of Unipark, coming from the old town, the 15 bikes and a box are on the right 100m before the Nonntal bus terminal and 50m after the Hypo Bank next to a bike self service station.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Free Walking Tour Salzburg
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Childrens bikes are available
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous Tour with Johannes!
Our tour with Johannes was a 10/10!!! He was very funny, engaging, knowledgeable and really brought the beautiful city of Salzburg to life!!! HIGHLY recommend this tour :).
via Tripadvisor
Great tour, excellent guide
Our guide, Johannes, was great! The tour was excellent and covered a variety of topics like the history of Salzburg, Mozart, The Sound of Music and more. It gave us ideas for things to explore and do for the rest of our stay. If you are in town for just the day or for longer, this tour is a great way to get to know Salzburg.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
Sonja was a great tour guide - very friendly and knowledgeable on a wide variety of topics. Pace was great and learned so many interesting facts - historical, about Mozart and saw some of the Sound of Music filming locations. Answered questions and stayed at the end to chat with guests. So glad we did this tour - thank you Sonja!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour thanks to Johannes
It was a great tour of Salzburg, I learnt so much. Johannes was very informative and friendly. I liked his jokes about the Sound of Music!
via Tripadvisor
Another tick off the bucket list !!
This was a huge tick off my bucket list and something I’ve wanted to do since I first visited Salzburg as a poor student 44 years ago ! We opted for the bicycle tour as something a bit idiosyncratic and it lived up to all expectations. We bicycled through the most gorgeous countryside around Salzburg and visited many of the films iconic locations all the while to the accompaniment of the soundtrack with the added fun of group sing a longs ! I know it sounds corny but it was fabulous! Our tour guide Roberta was a complete gem and we enjoyed so many of her stories behind the scenes of SOM and Austria in general Has to be one of my fav days !
Response from the operator: Dear Jennifer, we are very happy and honored that a Sound of Music tour in Salzburg was on your bucket list, that you chose our company and that the tour with Roberta met your high expectations. The countryside around Salzburg is indeed gorgeous, and it's great to hear that you enjoyed cycling it with Roberta. Thank you so much for taking the time to write reviews. We appreciate it and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Salzburg and Austria and hope to see you again next time. All the best, Gerhard
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Salzburg.
How much does Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Salzburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Salzburg is not rushed.
Is Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Salzburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Salzburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Salzburg and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Salzburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Salzburg?
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On Outty we rank every Salzburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg, Salzburg Oldtown: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Licensed Local Guide, Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Salzburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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Included: Bicycle use. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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We meet next to Unipark, a modern university building in the Nonntal area, 10min walking from the Cathedral. In front of Unipark, coming from the old town. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Lonely Goatherd Bike Tour: Cycle Salzburg's Surroundings with the Sound of Music?
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Across 18 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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