From Lake Resia to Lake Garda

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

Hotel (example): Panorama 2000

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 Venostra.

Hotel (example): 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 Ortlermassiv and the mountain pass Stilfserjoch, whilst you are rolling down on your bike into the tranquil Merano with its Mediterranean vegetation.

Hotel (example): Villa Laurus

There are two alternative ways leading to Bolzano: either you cycle along the river Adige or you take the way with impressive landscapes through orchards to Lana and Appiano. On this route you can even visit the Messner Mountain Museum, which is located in the renovated ruin Sigmundskron. Ötzi, the Iceman, is surely worth a visit.

Hotel (example): Mondschein

You cycle through numerous orchards and vineyards in the area of the wine trail of South Tyrol. Moreover, you pass a lot of castles, palaces and ruins, as well as the wine village Appiano. Then you continue to Lake Caldaro before you get to Ora.

Hotel (example): Hotel Villa Groff

Mostly along the nice cycle path of the river Adige, partly through orchards again, until you get to Salurn, where the German-speaking South Tyrol ends. The causeways lead until Trento, which has a lovely and impressive old town.

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. In Mori you will taste the world famous pistachio ice-cream in the Gelateria Bologna. After a short climb to Passo S. Giovanni (150 metres), you will head down to the lake to Torbole or Riva.

Hotel (example): Paradiso Conca D'Oro

In the evening, you’ll receive your personal tour briefing and bike handover. Enjoy the beautiful nature of northern South Tyrol—just a few kilometers past the Austrian border, majestic mountain ranges and stunning river valleys await.

Hotel (example): Panorama Pension 2000

At Lake Reschen, cycle along the shore with stunning views of the iconic submerged church tower in Graun. Then explore the medieval town of Glurns, where a fully intact city wall invites you to step back in time. Your day ends in Schlanders, the vibrant heart of the Vinschgau Valley.

Hotel (example): Genusshotel Goldene Rose

Castles and fortresses—most notably Reinhold Messner’s renowned Schloss Juval—line the route or stand proudly above it. The imposing Ortler massif and the dramatic Stilfserjoch pass guide your journey as you cycle toward the charming town of Meran, nestled amidst lush Mediterranean greenery.

Hotel (example): Hotel Villa Laurus

Two route options lead to Bolzano: one follows the Adige River, while the other takes you on a more scenic ride through South Tyrol’s lush orchards, passing charming villages like Lana and Eppan. Along the way, you’ll visit the Messner Mountain Museum, set within the beautifully restored Sigmundskron fortress. In Bolzano, savor a cappuccino at Waltherplatz and wander through the picturesque, arcaded streets. A visit to Ötzi, the famous Iceman, is an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss.

Hotel (example): Parkhotel Mondschein

This stage is beautifully framed by abundant orchards and vineyards. Following the South Tyrolean Wine Road, you’ll pedal past a fascinating array of castles, palaces, and ruins. As you pass Lake Caldaro, don’t miss the chance to take a refreshing dip in the warmest swimming lake in the Alps, before arriving in the picturesque wine village of Ora.

Hotel (example): Hotel Villa Groff

This stage mostly follows the scenic bike path along the Adige River, leading you once again through fragrant orchards until you reach Salurn, the southernmost point of the German-speaking South Tyrol. From there, you’ll continue cycling along the levee paths all the way to Trento, where a charming historic old town awaits your exploration.

Hotel (example): NH Hotel Trento

The final stage begins in the historic Tyrolean border town of Rovereto, continues on to Mori, and then heads west toward Lake Garda. In Mori, don’t miss a stop at Gelateria Bologna to savor their famous pistachio ice cream or a freshly pressed fruit juice. After a brief climb over the small Passo San Giovanni (about 150 meters / 490 feet), you’ll enjoy a downhill ride to the lake, arriving in either Torbole or Riva.

Hotel (example): Hotel Paradiso Conca D'Oro