Innsbruck – Lake Garda sporty

Enjoy a stroll through the famous old town with its iconic Stadtturm and the Goldenes Dachl. A visit to the Bergisel ski jump is a must, as is the “Top of Innsbruck” at Hafelekar for breathtaking views. This day also includes an info session and bike handover.

Hotel example: Hotel Cafe Central 

Ride along the historic towpath beside the Inn River—pause at the foot of the Martinswand to soak in the stunning atmosphere. As you pass through quaint villages and bustling markets, you’ll arrive in Stams to explore the baroque Cistercian Abbey. Then continue through Haiming, glide past Imst—the “Merano of North Tyrol”—before reaching Landeck in the Upper Inn Valley. Along the way, be sure to visit the charming monastery in Zams.

Hotel example: Hotel Schrofenstein

Today’s highlight features a steady climb along the Inn Cycle Path up to Martina, where you briefly cross into Switzerland. From there, the route continues over the Reschen Pass into Italy. While the ascent is challenging, you’ll be rewarded with stunning mountain panoramas and the iconic sight of Lake Reschen’s church rising from the water.

Hotel example: Villa Claudia Augusta

Your route begins in Glurns, where you can explore the perfectly preserved medieval city walls. From there, cycle past the Montani ruins on to Schlanders and then Merano. Along the way, castles and fortresses—most notably Reinhold Messner’s Juval Castle—dot the landscape, perched high or nestled beside the path. As you ride, enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty Ortler massif and the Stelvio Pass. If you’d like to take a break, you can shorten the journey by hopping on the Vinschgau Railway for a portion of the route.

Hotel example: Hotel Villa Laurus

In Lana, pause to admire the famous Schnatterpeck altar, then cycle along the South Tyrolean Wine Road, flanked by lush orchards and vineyards. Castles, fortresses, and ruins like Hocheppan—with its remarkable frescoes—and the “Cathedral of the Countryside” in St. Pauls rise majestically above the bike paths. From Lake Caldaro, the route takes you past the idyllic Montiggler Lakes and on to Bolzano. An evening stroll through Bolzano’s beautiful old town is a true highlight of the day.

Hotel example: Hotel La Briosa

Along the banks of the Etsch River, you’ll cycle on well-maintained bike paths, passing fragrant orchards on your way to Salurn. Here, the German-speaking South Tyrol comes to an end, and with every pedal stroke, the atmosphere grows more Mediterranean. The famous vineyards of Trentino line the dike paths, leading you all the way to Trento, where a charming old town awaits—with its impressive cathedral and the historic Buonconsiglio Castle.

Hotel example: Grand Hotel Trento

Continuing along the bike paths beside the Etsch, you’ll pass the historic Tyrolean border town of Rovereto and cycle on to Mori. From here, the route heads west toward Lake Garda. Take a well-deserved break at Gelateria Bologna, famous far and wide for its pistachio gelato, or enjoy a freshly pressed fruit juice! After a short climb up the gentle Passo San Giovanni (150 meters / 490 feet), you’ll be rewarded with a thrilling descent down to the lake, arriving in Torbole or Riva—where the sparkling waters lie at your feet!

Hotel example: Hotel Paradiso Conca D'Oro