Things to know about the cycle tour Alpe-Adria: Villach Star Cycle Tour
Below you will find specific information about the individual cycle tour Alpe-Adria: Villach Star Cycle Tour. If you have any further questions about this tour, simply give us a call: Tel.: 06421 - 886890.
Travelling by car
There are tolls and motorway charges in Austria. Vignettes are compulsory on the motorways in Austria. Vignettes can be purchased at German petrol stations just before the border or at the border.
Travelling by train
The best way to reach your hotel in Villach from the railway station is to take a short taxi ride from Villach station. You can find up-to-date timetable information and prices at:
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
Car park at the start hotel
The hotel has a car park, costing approx. €12.00 per day. Alternatively, a free public car park is available outside the city centre. You will receive detailed information on parking facilities at the hotel you have booked with your detailed travel documents two weeks before the start of your trip.
Condition of the cycle paths
You cycle mostly on tarmac and well signposted cycle paths. The stages to Klagenfurt and around Lake Faak are characterised by a gently undulating route, while the rest of the route is mostly flat.
Available hire bikes
For this tour, you can choose between unisex bikes with 21-speed derailleur gears in various frame heights and 8-speed electric bikes. Simply state your bike preference when booking.
Cycling in Austria and Italy
Helmets are not compulsory in Austria, but wearing one is highly recommended. Since 2011, cyclists in Italy have been required to wear a high-visibility vest outside built-up areas at night (half an hour before sunset to half an hour before sunrise). In addition, reflective waistcoats are compulsory when cycling in tunnels with road traffic.
Extra costs that are not included in the tour price
A possible tourist tax and charging fees for bicycle batteries are not included in the tour price and must therefore be paid at the hotel.
7-day hotline service
If your bike chain breaks, floods make it impossible to continue your journey or other nasty surprises await you: We are available for you 7 days a week and will organise help as quickly as possible.
Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements for this trip.
Travel insurance
The statutory insolvency insurance is already included in the tour price. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance after receiving your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of cancellation, trip interruption, illness or accident.