About this tour
When Charlie from our team tried this kickbike tour around Austria, we found it a genuinely fun way to cover ground without the usual bike-seat soreness. You're basically scooting on a pedal-powered board with handlebars — easier to pick up than cycling, the operator reckons, and they're not wrong. Over two and a half hours, you'll roll past the headline sights but also quieter, tree-lined streets and pockets most walkers miss. It's active without being punishing, and the guide steers you out of the city bustle into proper green space. Groups are small, the pace is steady, and there's real novelty to the whole thing.
Highlights
- Scooting through hidden laneways most tourists skip entirely
- Easier learning curve than cycling, genuinely fun to ride
- Green spaces and nature outside the main tourist drag
- Local guide who knows the quieter corners
- Low-impact way to cover distance without bike discomfort
- Small group keeps things intimate and relaxed
- Helmets available on request if you want them
What to expect
The tour kicks off with a quick rundown of how to handle the kickbike — lean, push, steer — and within five minutes you'll feel confident enough. Charlie found the rhythm comes fast, especially if you've ever ridden anything with wheels. From there, you're moving through the city in clusters, following your guide who points out both the obvious landmarks and the character-filled backstreets that don't make the postcards. The mix keeps it fresh: a stretch of smooth pavement, then a quieter neighbourhood, then you're out into actual green — proper trees, open air, a real break from the urban grind.
Pacing-wise, it's sociable rather than hardcore. You're not racing; there's time to breathe, to take in your surroundings, to chat with the guide. The two-and-a-half-hour length is spot-on — long enough to feel like a proper outing, short enough that fatigue doesn't kick in. The surprise is how little effort it takes; you're moving but not exhausted, which opens it up to a wider crowd than you'd expect.
Good to know
This works brilliantly if you want an active city tour without the grind of walking or the faffing of cycling. It's genuinely novel—most people haven't ridden a kickbike before, and that novelty is half the fun. The route balances city highlights with nature, so you're not just ticking boxes. It suits any fitness level, and kids from 13 upwards are welcome (younger ones can be negotiated if you ring ahead).
Bring your own snacks and drinks; the tour includes access to water fountains on the route but nothing more. If you have a spinal injury, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns, this isn't for you. The weight limit is 130 kg. Weather matters—rain makes it less fun, wind affects handling. You'll be on the road for two and a half hours, so wear padded shorts if you're concerned about comfort.
A local guide is included, plus the kickbike and helmet (request in advance). Minimum group size and peak times vary, so check ahead. Public transport is nearby if you need it. It's best in decent weather.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.