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River Adige at Trento

From Merano to Lake Garda

From the Spa town to the "Lago"

5 Days / 4 Nights
Easy
118  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
118  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
River Adige at Trento

The essentials at a glance

Cycle from Merano to Lake Garda along scenic bike paths through South Tyrol. The easy route covers approximately 160 km over 4 cycling days, passing through Bolzano and Trento. Ride through orchards, vineyards, and historic towns along the Adige River, with only minor climbs near Lake Caldaro and Lake Garda. Highlights include Messner Mountain Museum, Ötzi Museum, and the charming old town of Trento before descending to Torbole or Riva.

South Tyrol is more than just a place to visit—it’s a region to truly discover. The route from Merano to Lake Garda provides an excellent introduction. Follow the Adige River to Bolzano, where you can visit Ötzi and savor a cappuccino under charming arcades. On the way south, you’ll pass vineyards and historic ruins, including the renowned Sigmundskron Castle. In the picturesque wine villages, pause to sample local wines before reaching the bishop’s city of Trento. The Mediterranean landscape accompanies your final kilometers along Italy’s largest lake, with idyllic promenades and rolling hills creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

Eating panini during a break in Merano
Cyclist in South Tyrol
Cyclists on the lake shore in Riva del Garda
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Take a leisurely walk along Merano's promenade, just as Empress Sissi once did, or indulge in a soothing spa massage. Your initial leg of the journey spans around 45 kilometers to Bolzano, guiding you through a scenic landscape of vineyards and orchards. Along the way, you'll also have the chance to explore Sigmundskron Castle, where the Messner Mountain Museum awaits.

Day 3 brings you the longest stretch of your journey, leading you to the beautiful old town of Trento. You've left behind the German-speaking part of South Tyrol, and the unmistakable Mediterranean atmosphere surrounds you. Take a break on the final leg in Rovereto and explore the historic city center before you cover the last kilometers toward Lake Garda. At Passo San Giovanni, you'll encounter a slight incline, and then you'll cycle with a view of the lake to reach your destination.

  • Enjoy a break at Waltherplatz in Bolzano: In the midst of the beautifully landscaped Piazza, a statue of its namesake, Walther von der Vogelweide, stands proudly. Waltherplatz is a popular meeting place adorned with bars, cafes, and restaurants.
  • The historical Trento: The northern Italian city boasts a history spanning over 2,000 years. The narrow streets of the old town are brimming with art and culture. Taking a photo in front of the Neptune Fountain is an absolute must, and we highly recommend the ascent to the Castello del Buonconsiglio as well.
  • Pistachio ice cream on Lake Garda: After covering many kilometers, let us treat you to a scoop of pistachio ice cream. The Gelateria Bologna in Mori is renowned not only for its top-notch gelato but also for its charming Art Nouveau villa. Now, you're just a few kilometers away from your destination and the sparkling waters of Lake Garda.

Throughout this journey, you'll cover approximately 160 kilometers. On a cycling tour, you have the opportunity to experience your vacation destination in a truly unique way. You'll uncover hidden gems, traverse the landscape at a leisurely pace, and gain insight into the local way of life, offering a special and immersive experience. With Eurobike, cycling for pleasure means that you still have plenty of time for all of this in addition to the stages. Your luggage will then be waiting for you at the next overnight stop.

  • Find here all info and many more tour tips for our cycle tours in South Tyrol and our bike tours at Lake Garda.
  • Here you can find all the information and tour tips about the Adige Cycle Path
Eating panini during a break in Merano
Cyclist in South Tyrol
Cyclists on the lake shore in Riva del Garda

Itinerary at a glance

Cycling gently along the Adige River, you’ll enjoy an easy ride all the way to Lake Garda. Along the route, take in lush orchards, vibrant vineyards, breathtaking mountain views, and picturesque town squares.

Your travel documents and rental bikes (if booked) will be ready for you at the hotel. Take some time to explore the lovely spa town, stroll through the botanical gardens, or unwind at the thermal baths.

Hotel (example): Hotel Villa Laurus

Cycling through Lana—home to the Schnatterpeck Altar—and winding through countless orchards and vineyards along the South Tyrolean Wine Road, you’ll make your way to Eppan. Castles and palaces line the route, and just before reaching Bolzano, you’ll encounter Sigmundskron Castle, which houses the Messner Mountain Museum. Once in Bolzano, take time to explore the historic town, with its charming arcades and the famous Ötzi Museum.

Hotel (example): Hotel La Briosa

Leaving Bolzano, the route follows the Eisack River before soon reaching the Adige. The scenic bike path then leads through fragrant orchards all the way to Salurn, where the German-speaking South Tyrol ends. From here, vineyards producing the robust red wine “Teroldego” line the way to the charming old town of Trento.

Hotel (example): Grand Hotel Trento

The route carries you onward to the historic Tyrolean border town of Rovereto, where you leave the Adige Valley behind. In Mori, indulge in the famous pistachio ice cream or a freshly pressed fruit juice at Gelateria Bologna. After the only significant climb—about 150 meters (roughly 490 feet)—over the gentle Passo San Giovanni, you’ll enjoy a refreshing descent down to the lake at Torbole. The cycling tour concludes in either Riva or Torbole.

Hotel (example): Hotel Paradiso Conca D'Oro

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Difficulty level

Easy

This is an overall beginner-friendly cycling tour, mostly along well-maintained and scenic bike paths. Only small climbs await you near Lake Caldaro and Lake Garda.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21/24 gears
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
Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
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
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
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 |
50 cm |
51 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electric 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

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-and 4****-hotels
  • Breakfast
  • 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
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Meran every Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday morning, costs EUR 85 per person, EUR 39 extra for your own bike, to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival/ parking/ departure

  • Merano train station
  • Verona airport
  • Public car park close to the hotel costs approx. EUR 50-80/ week, to be paid for at the time, no reservation possible
  • Public bus to Rovereto and train journey to Merano

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 EUR 20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-and 4****-hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • 1 Pistachio ice-cream or 1 freshly squeezed fruit juice on the way to Lake Garda
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 20
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer from Riva to Merano every Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday morning, costs EUR 95 per person, EUR 45 extra for your own bike, to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival/ parking/ departure

  • Arrival by train to Merano (www.trenitalia.com)
  • Verona airport and by bus to Merano, duration approx. 2 hours (www.clevertransfer.eu)
  • Bolzano airport and by bus to Merano, duration approx. 1,5 hours (www.suedtirolmobil.info)
  • Parking: Hotel parking spaces or hotel garage, costs approx. EUR 10 to EUR 20 per day, public parking lots/garage, costs approx. EUR 50 to EUR 95 per week
  • Departure by bus from Riva/Torbole to Rovereto and by train to Merano, duration approx. 3 hours with 1 change in Rovereto (www.trentinotrasporti.it, www.trenitalia.com)

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!

Travel stories for this tour

Personally on site for you

Female cyclist on paved path through apple orchards with sunflowers. Mountains rise in background under blue sky near Meran.
Team on Tour
Travel story: From Merano to Lake Garda
It’s July, and back home in Austria the temperature sits at a refreshing 59°F (15°C)—the perfect excuse to head south to South Tyrol. Full of energy and wanderlust, my friends, who join me on this journey every year, and I set off on our next cycling adventure from Merano to Lake Garda. Come along and experience the joy of being on the road, beautiful bike paths, and some of my personal highlights along the way!
Vanessa Bräumann

"We look forward to making your holiday dreams come true"

Vanessa Bräumann
Team Leader of Eurobike Travel Specialists
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Our contribution to climate protection

118 kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
With a cycling holiday, you are opting for an extremely climate-friendly form of travel. We are aware that even this generates a certain amount of CO2 emissions, even if this is low compared to other forms of travel. The emissions caused are calculated per travel and person using the internationally recognised ‘Carmacal’ CO2 calculator and offset by supporting carefully selected climate protection projects. A detailed overview of emissions in the areas of transport, accommodation, activities and on-site catering can be found here.
118 kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
With a cycling holiday, you are opting for an extremely climate-friendly form of travel. We are aware that even this generates a certain amount of CO2 emissions, even if this is low compared to other forms of travel. The emissions caused are calculated per travel and person using the internationally recognised ‘Carmacal’ CO2 calculator and offset by supporting carefully selected climate protection projects. A detailed overview of emissions in the areas of transport, accommodation, activities and on-site catering can be found here.

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