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Tour planning of two female cyclists on the bridge of Merano with mountains in the background

Lake Resia – Lake Garda

Along the Adige Cycle Path to Lake Garda

7 Days / 6 Nights
Easy
Tour planning of two female cyclists on the bridge of Merano with mountains in the background

This tour along the Adige, one of the longest rivers in Italy, impresses with a very special route. After the start, only a few kilometres after the Austrian border, the area becomes a bit more Mediterranean with every turn of the pedal. The unique natural scenery leads past lakes, through gorges, vineyards and enchanting cities to the largest lake in Italy – Lake Garda. Don’t just enjoy the Italian ‘Dolce Vita’, walk in the footsteps of Reinhold Messner and meet Ötzi the Ice Man.

The stage destinations of this tour read like a ‘who’s who’ of Italian cultural highlights. On day 3 you roll down to Merano with a view of the mighty Ortler massif. Day 4 takes you to Bolzano, where wine, pasta and pizza taste even more delicious in front of the imposing mountain backdrop. Be it a shopping spree or historical voyage of discovery – you should definitely explore the alleys and arcades of the old town.

Accompanied by orchard and grapevines you continue to Trento, where the beauty of the architecture will take your breath away – there’s a reason why it’s also known as the ‘painted city’.

  • Magnificent panorama of the Ortler: The Ortler summit reaches 3,905 metres and is a popular destination for alpinists. Passing castles and palaces, on the way to Merano you can also enjoy a great panoramic view of the mountain range ‘from below’.
  • South Tyrolean wine and fruit in the Venosta: Apple orchards, apricot cultivation and grapevines characterise this climatically unusual area in South Tyrol. Whether Vernatsch, Pinot Blanco or Gewürztraminer – taste the fine wines where they grow.
  • The spa town of Merano: The air is pure! Merano is considered to be a climatic health resort. A visit to the thermal baths or the botanical gardens at Trauttmansdorff Castle brings pure relaxation.
  • The Lake Garda towns of Torbole and Riva: Limoncello or cappuccino? You can enjoy both at your destination! There is a lot to discover. In the past Torbole was considered a fishing and lumberjack village, that has changed – today it is a Mecca for surfers and sailors! Meanwhile, in the glamorous Riva del Garda you can stroll and soak up the Italian way of life.

Although there are some small inclines to master, this tour is 1,500 metres downhill and is therefore suitable for every cyclists – the tour is also available for families. In addition, the Adige cycle paths are really great.

Itinerary at a glance

The first grandiose view is of the Lake Resia with the sunken church. The nature of South Tyrol offers many culinary delights, whether wine, apple strudel or apricot dumplings, and at Lake Garda you can enjoy the famous "Dolce Vita"!

In the evening, you have a personal tour information and the handover of rental bikes.

Sample hotel: Villa Claudia Augusta

 

Today you will cycle along Lake Reschensee with a great view of the sunken church of Graun until you reach the medieval village of Glurns (perfectly preserved medieval city walls). Your destination is Schlanders, the capital of the famous Vinschgauer.

Sample hotel: Goldene Rose

 

On your way you will come across some pretty castles (mountaineer Reinhold Messner’s castle Juval) and you will get marvellous views of the impressive mountain massif Ortlermassiv and the mountain pass Stilfserjoch while you  are rolling down on your bike into the tranquil Merano with its Mediterranean vegetation.

Sample hotel: Villa Laurus

 

Two paths lead to Bolzano: One along the Adige River and another through the impressive landscape of orchards via Lana and Eppan. Here you can find the Messner Mountain Museum in the well-restored ruin of Sigmundskron. Ötzi – the man from the ice – is worth a visit.

Sample hotel: Mondschein

 

From Bolzano, you will cycle along the river Eisack and later along the river Adige on a beautiful bike path that is rich with orchards to Salurn, where the German speaking part of South Tyrol ends and afterwards to the historic centre of Trento accompanied by the vineyards of “Teroldego” vines.

Sample hotel: NH Trento

 

Today, you will cycle on bike paths along the river Adige via the old Tyrolean border town of Rovereto to Mori. From here, the route leads westward to Lake Garda. After a short climb onto Passo S. Giovanni (150 metres) you will head down to the lake and Torbole, Riva, or Arco.

Sample hotel: Corallo

 

Day
07
Departure or extension

Itinerary at a glance

The first grandiose view is of the Lake Resia with the sunken church. The nature of South Tyrol offers many culinary delights, whether wine, apple strudel or apricot dumplings, and at Lake Garda you can enjoy the famous "Dolce Vita"!

In the evening, you have a personal tour information and the handover of rental bikes.

Hotel (example): Villa Claudia Augusta

 

Today you will cycle along Lake Resia with a great view of the sunken church of Graun until you reach the medieval village of Glurns (perfectly preserved medieval city walls). Your destination is Silandro, the capital of the famous Venosta.

Hotel (example): Goldene Rose

 

On your way you will come across some pretty castles (mountaineer Reinhold Messner’s castle Juval) and you will get marvellous views of the impressive mountain massif Ortlermassiv and the mountain pass Stilfserjoch while you  are rolling down on your bike into the tranquil Merano with its Mediterranean vegetation.

Hotel (example): Villa Laurus

 

Two paths lead to Bolzano: One along the Adige River and another through the impressive landscape of orchards via Lana and Appiano. Here you can find the Messner Mountain Museum in the well-restored ruin of Sigmundskron. Ötzi – the man from the ice – is worth a visit.

Hotel (example): Mondschein

 

From Bolzano, you will cycle along the river Isarco and later along the river Adige on a beautiful bike path that is rich with orchards to Salorno, where the German speaking part of South Tyrol ends and afterwards to the historic centre of Trento accompanied by the vineyards of “Teroldego” vines.

Hotel (example): NH Trento

 

Today, you will cycle on bike paths along the river Adige via the old Tyrolean border town of Rovereto to Mori. From here, the route leads westward to Lake Garda. After a short climb onto Passo S. Giovanni (150 metres) you will head down to the lake and Torbole, Riva, or Arco.

Hotel (example): Corallo

 

Day
07
Departure or extension

Route Information

Easy

You will cycle on beautiful bike paths mainly along the Adige River. The route will lead you from the Resia (mountain pass) almost 1,500 metres in altitude downhill to Lake Garda. However, you will have to cycle some small climbs too. Overall, you will find yourself on beautiful bike paths and country lanes. Unfortunately, moderate traffic is unavoidable on some short connecting roads.

Prices & Dates

Category: 3***-hotels and 4****-hotels

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)
  • 1 x pistachio ice-cream on the way to Lake Garda
  • Navigation-App and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Reschen every Saturday, Monday morning and Tuesday (occasionally) afternoon, costs € 95 per person, € 29 extra for your own bike,- to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Landeck train station (North Tyrol), public bus to Reschen
  • Innsbruck, Munich or Verona airport
  • Car park costs approx. EUR 40 per week
  • Public bus to Rovereto and train connections via Bolzano and Merano to Mals, public bus to Reschen

Please 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)
  • 1 pistachio ice-cream or 1 freshly squeezed fruit juice on the way to Lake Garda
  • Navigation-App and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Resia every Saturday, Monday and Tuesday morning, costs EUR 99 per person, EUR 39 extra for your own bike,- to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Landeck train station (North Tyrol), public bus to Resia
  • Innsbruck, Munich or Verona airport
  • Parking costs approx. EUR 70 per week
  • Public bus to Rovereto and train connections via Bolzano and Merano to Malles, public bus to Resia

Please note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • From April to mid-May there is a double overnight stay in Silandro, transfer from Silandro to Resia is organized.
  • 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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