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 with its perfectly preserved medieval city walls. Your destination is Silandro, the capital of the famous Venosta.

Hotel (example): Goldene Rose

Castles and palaces the most famous of which is Juval Castle, owned by mountaineer Reinhold Messner lie along or high above the route. Enjoy views of the impressive Ortler massif, and the Stelvio Pass as you cycle down to 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

There are two ways to get to lake Caldaro: slightly hilly way on the cycle path via Appiano or on the flat cycle path along the Adige dam until you get to the charming wine village Ora.

Hotel (example): Villa Groff

From Ora onwards on the cycle path along the Adige dam. The ‚Salurner Klause’ is the end of the German speaking part of South Tyrol. Your cycle path leads you through famous Trentino wine regions into the ancient diocesan town Trento (lovely old part of town, cathedral, Buonconsiglio palace).

Hotel (example): NH Trento

First, you will continue cycling along the Adige through Rovereto and on to Mori from where the route leads westwards towards Lake Garda. In Mori you will taste the world’s famous pistachio ice-cream or a freshly squeezed fruit juice in the Gelateria Bologna. After a short ascent (Passo San Giovanni), you will descend down to the lake to Torbole and further on to Riva. From here, a boat will take you down the entire length of the lake.

Hotel (example): Bonotto Desenzano

You will travel on partly flat, partly slightly hilly roads through the vine hills to Verona, a city full of attractions. Visit the festival arena, the house of Julia and the old city walls.

Hotel (example): Hotel San Marco

In the evening, you’ll receive your personalized tour briefing and bike handover. A short stroll offers stunning views of Lake Resia and the surrounding peaks and the perfect way to ease into the spirit of South Tyrol.

Hotel (example): Panorama 2000

You’ll cycle along Lake Resia, taking in views of the sunken church tower in Graun, before reaching the medieval town of Glurns, renowned for its perfectly preserved city walls. Your journey’s first destination is Schlanders, the vibrant heart of the Vinschgau Valley.

Hotel (example): Goldene Rose

Castles and fortresses, including the renowned Juval Castle—former home of mountaineer Reinhold Messner—dot the route or rise high above it. As you cycle, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the majestic Ortler massif and the Stelvio Pass, before gently descending into the tranquil town of Merano, embraced by its lush Mediterranean vegetation.

Hotel (example): : Villa Laurus

Two route options lead to Bolzano: one follows the Etsch River, while the more scenic path meanders through orchards via Lana and Eppan. Along the way, you’ll discover the Messner Mountain Museum, housed within the beautifully restored ruins of Sigmundskron Castle. Visiting Ötzi, the Iceman, offers a truly fascinating experience.

Hotel (example): Mondschein

Cycle through numerous orchards and vineyards along the South Tyrolean Wine Road, passing countless castles, palaces, and ruins, as well as the “Cathedral of the Countryside” in St. Pauls, continuing onward to Lake Caldaro and Ora.

Hotel (example): Villa Groff

You’ll mostly follow the scenic bike path along the Etsch River, with stretches weaving through fragrant orchards up to Salurn, where the German-speaking region of South Tyrol comes to an end. From there, the dike trails continue onward to Trento, famous for its charming historic old town.

Hotel (example): NH Trento

First, follow the Etsch River through Rovereto to Mori. From there, the route heads west toward Lake Garda. In Mori, don’t miss tasting the famous pistachio ice cream at Gelateria Bologna or savoring a freshly pressed fruit juice. After a short climb over Passo San Giovanni, you’ll enjoy a downhill ride to the lake at Torbole, continuing on to Riva. A boat awaits you there for a scenic cruise along the full length of the lake.

Hotel (example): Bonotto Desenzano

The final stage takes you through gently rolling vineyards, partly flat, onward to Verona—a city rich in sights. Be sure to visit the Arena, Juliet’s House, and the ancient city walls.

Hotel (example): Hotel San Marco