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South Tyrol: round trip with charm hotels

Enjoy South Tyrol in a charming way

Bike tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
individual tour
easy to moderate
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1,379.00 €
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Look forward to this round trip through South Tyrol, to excellently developed bike paths through an intact nature with rushing rivers, to legendary mountains and idyllic lakes. Get to know everything that makes the uniqueness and the special flair of this region: lived customs and culture in a land whose history has left numerous traces, the highly praised Tyrolean hospitality, hearty Brettljausen, a good drop of South Tyrolean wine and a pleasant climate on the sunny side of the Alps. Discover the eastern Pustertal valley, the world of the Dolomites, the provincial capital of Bolzano, Lake Kaltern, the picturesque spa town of Merano and the sunny Vinschgau region on wonderful bike paths away from traffic. Double overnight stays in Bressanone, Bolzano and Merano make this cycling tour a real treat.

This trip is perfect for:

  • Nature lovers: you'll get your money's worth on this tour. Discover the diverse nature of the region around you! Let yourself be impressed!
  • City fanatics who want to stroll through small alleyways.
  • Romantics: Charming hotel tours are perfect for you if you have a preference for romantic little accommodations.

Highlights

Bressanone
The municipality of Bressanone/Brixen is literally located in the heart of South Tyrol and is nestled in a wide valley basin. The municipality is surrounded by vineyards and orchards, which thrive magnificently thanks to the mild climate of the central Eisack Valley.

Pustertal
The green Pustertal (Val Pusteria) is a long east-west valley that lies like a great rift between the main ridge of the Alps and the towering Dolomites. Mysterious dark forest gorges and wide green coniferous forests, above which the world-famous "pale mountains" rise like stone giants, give the valley its special charm.

Bolzano
South Tyrol's capital, Bolzano, with over 100,000 inhabitants, is located roughly in the center of the region, at an altitude of between 232 and 1,616 meters above sea level.

Lake Kaltern
Lake Kaltern is the largest natural bathing lake in South Tyrol, which is poor in lakes, and the warmest Alpine lake of all (bathing time from the beginning of May to September). It is about 1.8 km long and 0.9 km wide, which corresponds to about 155 ha. Its depth measures 4 m and it is 216 m above sea level.

Merano, Tappeiner path
The most famous walking path of the city, the Tappeiner Promenade, runs along the east-west axis of the city on the Zenoberg at an average sea level of 380 meters. The Tappeinerweg begins in the Laurinstrasse in Gratsch and ends four kilometers further on in the Zenobergstrasse.

Naturno, Church of St. Proculus
One of the art treasures in Merano & surroundings is certainly the little church of St. Proculus near Naturno, dating back to the 7th century. The small church is one of the oldest early Christian churches in South Tyrol.

Jaufenpass
The 31 km long, scenically varied crest route over the Jaufenpass connects the Passeier Valley with the Eisack Valley. It is the shortest connection between the South Tyrolean tourist strongholds of Merano (325 m) and Sterzing (948 m).

Sterzing - Vipiteno
Medieval flair and modern charm. This is how Vipiteno (Sterzing), the old Fugger town, presents itself to today's visitor. A small jewel in the midst of magnificent surroundings.

South Tyrol: round trip with charm hotels
easy to moderate
Bike tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
individual tour
from
1,379.00 €
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Bressanone (Brixen), is quickly reached! Look forward to a worth seeing old town with leafy alleys and impressive cathedral.

In the morning transfer high up into Alta Pusteria, into the heart of the Dolomites to Dobbiaco, where the tour briefing will take place and you will receive your rental bikes (if booked). Look forward to the well-maintained Pustertal cycle path. You will cycle past the famous Braies valley, along the Olang reservoir and follow the river Rienz to Brunico. Stroll through the picturesque alleys with their colorful facades and neat stores, treat yourself to a delicious Italian ice cream and marvel at the time-honored castle on the Schlossberg, which today houses a Messner Mountain Museum. Finally, drive through the lower Pustertal valley over into the Eisacktal valley. Shortly before Bressanone, it is worth visiting the Augustinian canons' monastery of Neustift, with its historic monastery garden and rustic monastery cellar for a stop. The monastery store offers South Tyrolean bacon, homemade jams, Kaminwurzen and local cheeses. You will spend the evening back in beautiful Bressanone.

Today you follow the Eisacktal cycle path from Bressanone to Bolzano. The vineyards of the famous white wine region line the path and tempt you to make many a stop. But the picturesque town of Chiusa with its alleys and narrow houses awaits you and, of course, South Tyrol's capital, Bolzano. Stroll through the arcades of Bolzano, you will not be able to stop looking and marveling: noble boutiques and pretty stores, cafes, delicatessens and nice bars are lined up next to each other. Linger at the famous fruit market, visit "Ötzi" in the archeology museum or enjoy a cappuccino in one of the cafés at Waltherplatz.

Today you start on an eventful round tour to South Tyrol's most famous wine-growing area. You cycle past Sigmundskron Castle on an old railroad line up to Eppan, the largest wine-growing community in South Tyrol. Numerous vineyards, many castles, manors, churches and farms characterize today's picture. If you wish, you can take a short detour to the idyllic Montiggler See lake near St. Michael for a refreshing swim before the small wine town of Kaltern with the South Tyrolean Wine Museum beckons you to visit. Cycle along the idyllic Lake Kaltern to the Adige Cycle Path, which will take you back to Bolzano.

Along the "Wine Road" you cycle today through the largest fruit-growing area in South Tyrol. One plantation follows the next and wonderfully fragrant apples grow everywhere. The oldest winery in South Tyrol in Andrian is on your way, as are the pretty towns of Terlan and Nals. In Lana, marvel at the multitude of churches, chapels and monasteries scattered throughout the municipal area. Look forward to Merano, because here you will be spoiled by a gentle Mediterranean climate, which even Empress Sissi appreciated. Blooming parks and promenades with exotic plants, picturesque leafy alleys and numerous Art Nouveau buildings give the city its special charm. How nice that you spend 2 nights here. So you have plenty of time also for the worth seeing gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle just above Merano. Alternatively, you can cycle along the completely flat Etschradweg along the river directly to Merano.

Today the Vinschgau Railway takes you ever so slightly uphill from Merano to Mals in the Vinschgau Valley. Since you have already climbed today's altitude, get on your bike in good spirits. On the wonderful Etsch cycle path through orchards you roll ever so slightly downhill through the Etsch valley back to Merano. Take a break in Glurns, the smallest town in South Tyrol, which is full of surprises and historical treasures, as well as in Schlanders in the midst of sun-drenched orchards.

Today a transfer will take you from Merano to the Jaufen Pass (2092 m) or on to Sterzing. Are you tempted by a fast descent? Then get on your bike already at the Jaufenpass and whiz down to Sterzing. You can also enjoy the magnificent panorama as far as Sterzing in the comfort of the transfer bus. From Sterzing you cycle along wonderful cycle paths, which today also have one or two climbs in store, from the upper Eisack Valley to the former customs station in Franzensfeste and on to Brixen, where you will end your last evening in peace.

Today your bike tour in the South Tyrolean mountains ends. You can, of course, book additional nights.

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Prices / Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services / Info

  • Accommodation incl. breakfast  in selected hotels of the higher 4-star category
  • Room with shower/bath/WC
  • Luggage transport
  • Video briefing
  • Transfer Brixen - Alta Pusteria
  • Transfer Meran - Mals
  • Transfer Meran - Jaufenpass / Vipiteno
  • Map of bike trails with marked route
  • Digital route guidance via smartphone app
  • Tips for tour preparation
  • Touristic information
  • 7 days hotline service
Worth knowing about the South Tyrol round trip with charm hotels

Below you will find specific information about the bike tour South Tyrol round trip with charm hotels. If you have any further questions about this trip, just give us a call: Tel.: 06421 - 886890.

Arrival by train
Bressanone can be reached by train via Munich, Kufstein, Innsbruck and Brennero. The best way to reach the partner hotels in Bressanone is to take a short cab ride from the train station. Current timetable information and price information can be found very conveniently at:

Train schedule information Deutsche Bahn
Train schedule information ÖBB
Train schedule information Trenitalia

Arrival by flight
Possible airports are Bolzano (approx. 45 km), Innsbruck (approx. 83 km), Verona Villafranca (approx. 191 km), Treviso (approx. 228 km) and Venice Marco Polo (approx. 313 km).

Parking possibilities at the place of arrival
Paid parking in Bressanone/Brixen at the starting hotel, no advance reservation possible.

Condition of the cycle paths
A cycling tour for everyone. In recent years the network of cycle paths in South Tyrol's valleys has been very well developed. Although South Tyrol is mainly known for its unique mountain scenery, you will find many easy, flat valley bike paths without any major climbs. Only on the rides down the Pustertal and the Eisacktal from Sterzing to Brixen are there some counterclimbs to contend with. Also from Bolzano to Appiano it goes uphill, but on an old railroad line with moderate gradient. This bike tour is also suitable for families with children over 14 years old. If you want to cycle down the Jaufen Pass, a little caution is advised! It is a classic pass descent with many hairpin bends, sometimes steep gradients and 15 km in length. In addition, depending on the season and weather, there is not inconsiderable car traffic. But for experienced downhill riders it is a lot of fun!

Available rental bikes
For this trip, 21-speed men's and women's bikes as well as unisex electric bikes (on request, limited number) are available. Please reserve bikes as early as possible to guarantee availability. Simply indicate your bike preference when booking.

Your hosts
The hosts for this trip will be in hotels specially selected by us. The accommodations correspond almost throughout to a national 4-star- standard.

Brixen: Grüner Baum Hotels (Biohaus)
Bolzano: Magdalenahof or Parkhotel Laurin
Merano: Hotel Bavaria

Bike handover
On the first cycling day, after the transfer to Alta Pusteria possibly booked rental bikes will be handed out.

Extra costs that are not included in the tour price
Any tourist tax and charging fees for bicycle batteries are not included in the tour price and must therefore be paid at the hotel.

7 days hotline service
If the bicycle chain is broken, floods make it impossible to continue your journey or other nasty surprises are waiting for you: We are available for you 7 days a week and organize help as quickly as possible.

Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements and no health formalities to be considered for this trip.

Travel insurance
The tour price already includes the statutory insolvency insurance. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance upon receipt of your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of travel cancellation, interruption of travel, illness or accident.

Your travel expert for this tour

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Nicole Janke

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