Fair play rules for mountain bikers
Together for nature in 360° Alpenland
Between the mountains, forest trails and river valleys, mountain biking is pure freedom.
Fairness is needed to keep it that way:
Towards nature, landowners and everyone who is travelling or working here. Ride with foresight, stay on the marked routes and take responsibility.
This will keep the trails open and the socialising relaxed.
Stay on authorised routes
Only ride on marked and officially authorised routes. Shortcuts damage the soil and vegetation. Driving bans and temporary closures also apply to you.
Observe the permitted times
Cycling and mountain biking in the national park area is only permitted from 15 April to 31 October from two hours after sunrise to one hour before sunset. An exception is the Langfirst mountain bike trail, where the bike season only starts on 1 June.
Together instead of against each other
Hikers have priority. Ride on sight, reduce your speed early on and announce your presence in a friendly manner - if necessary with a bell. Riders should also be approached slowly and with sufficient distance.
Respect grazing animals
Approach grazing cattle at walking pace. Avoid hectic movements. Please always close pasture gates - exactly as you found them.
You are a guest in the forest
The network of trails leads across landowners' land and through agricultural and forestry work areas. Treat landowners, foresters and hunters with respect.
Protect what sustains you
Avoid unnecessary noise. Do not leave any rubbish behind. Stay on the trail and avoid particularly wet or erosion-prone passages. Blocking braking manoeuvres damage the ground.
Safety starts with you
The road traffic regulations apply on authorised mountain bike trails. Ride with foresight, adapted to your ability and the current conditions. Your bike must be in perfect technical condition (brakes, lights, bell). A helmet is a matter of course - additional protective equipment increases your safety.
Responsibility connects
Consideration creates trust. Trust maintains paths. With your behaviour, you actively shape the coexistence in 360° Alpenland - so that nature experience, sport and living space remain in balance.
