Grimming-Donnersbachtal

Mörsbach Tour | 323

Tour description

Starting from the centre of Donnersbachwald, this route leads up to the Vordere Mörsbachalm with a stop for refreshments and e-bike recharging possibility. From there, the route continues at a leisurely pace to the Hintere Mörsbachalm, where another Bike & Hike station invites you to go hiking. The way back is via the Oxenalm and then back downhill to the starting point. 

Please note: This route is not suitable for bicycles with child trailers. From the highest point, you will encounter a coarse gravel and technically demanding descent, recommended only for experienced bikers.

Riding on these trails is only permitted during the following times:

  • May 15 to August 31 from 08:00 to 18:00
  • September 1 to September 30 from 08:00 to 17:00


The tour

open
moderate
publicly accessible
Starting and end point Donnersbachwald Village Centre
Tour characteristics
Distance: 15.1 km
Fitness (3/6)
Skills (4/6)
Information
Distance: 15.1 km
Duration: 2:45 h
Ascent: 742 m
Descent: 735 m
highest point: 1611 m
Best season
Jan
Feb
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Dec

Map, elevation profile & further information

Start at the car park in the centre of Donnersbachwald and head south, passing the leisure centre and Sport Scherz. Turn right onto the Riesnerweg and follow the MTB signs across the Mörsbach stream and up to the Mörsbachalm – the perfect place for a relaxing break.

Continue uphill to the Hintere Mörsbachalm, the highest point of the tour. From there, retrace your route for a short distance before following the signs towards the Oxenalm. A partly coarse gravel descent awaits, requiring confident bike handling.

After another opportunity to stop for refreshments at the Oxenalm, the route leads back to Donnersbachwald via the leisure centre, returning you to the starting point.
From Salzburg, take the B150 and B160 to the A10 towards Graz/Villach. At Altenmarkt, switch to the B320 towards Liezen, then continue via L735, L734, and the B75, before turning off towards Donnersbachwald.

From Graz, take the B67 to the A9 towards Salzburg and exit onto the B320 at Selzthal. Follow the B320 towards Liezen and then take the exit onto the B75 towards Donnersbach. Continue on the B75 and turn off towards Donnersbachwald.

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From Salzburg, take the InterRegio (IR) to Bischofshofen and continue with the regional train R9 to Stainach-Irdning.
From there, go to the bus stop and take bus line 941 towards Riesneralm to Donnersbachwald Ort. Then walk the last few meters to the center of Donnersbachwald.

From Graz, take the InterRegio (IR) towards Innsbruck to Stainach-Irdning.
From there, go to the bus stop and take bus line 941 towards Riesneralm to Donnersbachwald Ort. Then walk the last few meters to the center of Donnersbachwald.

Timetable information: ÖBB
  • Always wear a helmet and appropriate clothing.
  • Ride only on paved and signposted paths.
  • Watch out for traffic at crossroads and road junctions!
  • Be considerate and give way.
  • Avoid blocking the rear wheel and thus help to maintain the paths.
  • Control your speed downhill!
  • Protect the environment and don't leave rubbish, etc. in the mountains!

In case of emergency, please dial the following emergency numbers: No. 140 - Mountain rescue

No. 112 - Euro emergency call

The right bike: mountain bike or gravel bike with studded tyres, racing bikes are not recommended.

Breakdowns can happen - but rarely at the doorstep of one of the numerous service points: a basic kit of tools and accessories therefore never hurts! Spare inner tube and/or repair kit, universal spanner, air pump, brake and shift cable, as well as a screwdriver can never hurt.

  • Plan breaks: Along the route, many huts and inns invite you to stop for a relaxing break and enjoy regional specialties.
  • E-mountain bike: With electric support, the tour is also suitable for less experienced bikers. There are several e-bike charging stations along the route. Their locations can be seen on the map and in the elevation profile, making it easy to plan your tour and possible charging stops.

For further information, please contact us at:

Tourismusverband Schladming-Dachstein 

Wheather predicition

today
06.07.2026
Mountain 12 °C
Valley 21 °C
Precipitation
Probability
75 %
Amount
3.5 l/m²
Wind speed
Nordwest
20 km / h
Sun
Sun hours
3.9 h
Sunrise
05:14 o clock
Sunset
21:03 o clock

Unsettled with showers, but also sunny spells from the morning on.

tomorrow
07.07.2026
Mountain 18 °C
Valley 28 °C
Precipitation
Probability
20 %
Amount
0 l/m²
Wind speed
Nordwest
20 km / h
Sun
Sun hours
8.5 h
Sunrise
05:15 o clock
Sunset
21:02 o clock

Dry and partly sunny throughout the day, with cloudy periods from time to time.

day after tomorrow
08.07.2026
Mountain 16 °C
Valley 25 °C
Precipitation
Probability
35 %
Amount
0.4 l/m²
Wind speed
Nordwest
20 km / h
Sun
Sun hours
5 h
Sunrise
05:15 o clock
Sunset
21:02 o clock

Rather cloudy in the morning, then sunny spells will develop gradually.

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