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Mountain panorama in the Alps

Alpe Adria Cycle Path, Villach – Grado

Alpe-Adria-Cycle Path II

6 Days / 5 Nights
Medium
Mountain panorama in the Alps

The second stage of the Alpe-Adria-Cycle path starts in Villach, in sunny Carinthia. After you have started cycling in Carinthia, it will soon be ‘Servus, Austria – ciao Italia!’ Shortly after the border, you can already feel the unmistakable flair of beautiful Italy. The bike route leads through diverse scenery, from the mountains to the vineyards to the Italian coast. Cultural highlights are self-evident! Are you ready for a stroll through the most beautiful parts of Austria and Italy? Here we go!

The two countries definitely have one thing in common: the love of enjoyment and culinary delights! The mix of cultures is reflected above all in the respective national cuisine. What can you look forward to? Traditional Austrian dishes and of course Mediterranean, Italian delicacies. Accompanied by culinary delights, leave the Alps behind and welcome the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. After the exit of the Val-Canale-valley you cycle towards the sea. With every pedal-push the Adriatic coast stretches out in front of you featuring miles of sandy beaches. Once arrived in Grado it is time to take a deep breath and enjoy!

  • Cultural diversity in Tarvisio: At the border between Austria and Italy, you will be greeted in three languages! Because this is where Austrians, Italians and Slovenes say “Hello”!
  • Gemona del Friuli: The picturesque townscape, the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the impressive vines speak for themselves. Feel the “Dolce Vita” and enjoy pizza, pasta and more.

In six days, you leisurely cycle on the gently undulating bike route from Villach to Grado. You cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day. The journey is ideal for bliss cyclists and easy to master featuring a medium level of difficulty. The only longer ascent is just before Tarvisio. The motto there is: Keep calm, gather strength – and continue South!

Itinerary at a glance

Hotel (example): Hotel Voco

You leave Villach along the river Gail and in a little while you leave Austria and welcome Italy. In the triangle of Italy, Austria and Slovenia sprawls the canal valley, the Italian city of Tarvis builds the centre of it. Austrians, Slovenians and Italians are living here next to each other since centuries, so all three big European families of languages – Germans, Romans and Slavs – are meeting up here.

Hotel (example): Hotel Haberl

 

In Italy too the cycle path is perfectly developed and hence allows you to leisurely cycle downhill through the Kanaltal-valley and from your bike marvel at the beauty of the Friulian alpine region with its intact, unspoilt nature and extensive forests. Your Day Finish is one of the picturesque villages located at the foothills of the Julian Alps.

Hotel (example): Hotel Pittis

 

At the Southern exit of the Kanaltal-valley is the location of one of the most beautiful historic villages of the Friulian-Julian-Veneto. The focus of the village of Gemona del Friuli is the majestic cathedral Santa Maria Assunta and will blow you away. En route to Udine you come across the first vineyards and vines along the cycle route. Once you arrive in town feel and experience the ‚dolce vita‘ over a coffee enjoyed on the ‚Piazza‘ or during a stroll through the alleyways whilst marvelling at the late Gothic and Renaissance architecture.

Hotel (example): Hotel Suite Inn

 

 

Feel the warm breeze of the sirocco! You cycle through vast reed scenery and along little water canals towards the Gulf of Venice. In the Roman city of Aquileia, the so-called ‚second Rome‘, we recommend you definitely plan a break before reaching the end destination of your holiday. One of the most popular Adriatic beach resorts, the historic little fishing town Grado, will not only excite you with the extensive sandy beach, but also the historic harbour and the narrow alleyways with lovely restaurants all ooze Italian flair.

Hotel (example): Hotel Rialto

 

Day
06
Departure or extension

Itinerary at a glance

From Villach, you cycle to Tarvis where you enjoy the first Italian cappuccino. Through the Canal Valley, you will reach impressive Udine and finally Grado - the charming, historic fishing town in the lagoon.

The silence of the mountains, the gentle shores of the crystal-clear lakes, pure nature - located in the heart of Carinthia, Villach reflects all this diversity.

Hotel (example): Hotel Voco

You leave Villach along the river Gail and in a little while you leave Austria and welcome Italy. In the triangle of Italy, Austria and Slovenia sprawls the canal valley, the Italian city of Tarvis builds the centre of it. Austrians, Slovenians and Italians are living here next to each other since centuries, so all three big European families of languages – Germans, Romans and Slavs – are meeting up here.

Hotel (example): Hotel Haberl

In Italy too the cycle path is perfectly developed and hence allows you to leisurely cycle downhill through the Val Canale-valley and from your bike marvel at the beauty of the Friulian alpine region with its intact, unspoilt nature and extensive forests. Your Day Finish is one of the picturesque villages located at the foothills of the Julian Alps.

Hotel (example): Hotel Pittis

At the Southern exit of the Val Canale-valley is the location of one of the most beautiful historic villages of the Friulian-Julian-Veneto. The focus of the village of Gemona del Friuli is the majestic cathedral Santa Maria Assunta and will blow you away. En route to Udine you come across the first vineyards and vines along the cycle route. Once you arrive in town feel and experience the ‚dolce vita‘ over a coffee enjoyed on the ‚Piazza‘ or during a stroll through the alleyways whilst marvelling at the late Gothic and Renaissance architecture.

Hotel (example): Hotel Suite Inn

Feel the warm breeze of the sirocco! You cycle through vast reed scenery and along little water canals towards the Gulf of Venice. In the Roman city of Aquileia, the so-called ‚second Rome‘, we recommend you definitely plan a break before reaching the end destination of your holiday. One of the most popular Adriatic beach resorts, the historic little fishing town Grado, will not only excite you with the extensive sandy beach, but also the historic harbour and the narrow alleyways with lovely restaurants all ooze Italian flair.

Hotel (example): Hotel Rialto

Day
06
Departure or extension

Route information

Medium

You mainly cycle on well-developed cycle paths and quiet side roads. Only a few sections lead you also along roads with heavier traffic or on dirt paths. Overall the route leads you on slightly hilly terrain, with a longer ascent after Tarvis.

Prices & Dates

Category: 3*** hotels, in Villach 4****-hotel

Prices per person in EUR

Our Rental bikes

Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex bike 7-speed
Hub gears with coaster brake

High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel

Body size approx. 155 cm - 190 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Return transfer to Villach every Saturday morning, costs from Grado per person EUR 99, extra EUR 29 for your own bike, to be paid for in advance, reservation is necessary
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Train station Villach
  • Airport Klagenfurt, Salzburg and Ljubljana
  • Parking space at the hotel or near the hotel. Garage for about EUR 40 per week. A reservation is not possible, payable locally.
  • The return journey by public transport is only possible with a change of trains

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Return transfer to Villach every Saturday morning, costs from Grado per person EUR 105, extra EUR 39 for your own bike, to be paid for in advance, reservation is necessary
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Train station Villach
  • Airport Klagenfurt, Salzburg and Ljubljana
  • Public parking space free of charge or public park garage for about EUR 40 per week
  • The return journey by public transport is only possible with a change of transportation

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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