South Tyrol: Brixen - Meran with charm

Bressanone (Brixen), is quickly reached! Look forward to a worth seeing old town with leafy alleys and impressive cathedral.

In the morning, a transfer will take you to Toblach in Alta Pusteria (Pustertal Valley). If you have booked rental bikes, you will receive them there. Your first stage takes you along the excellently developed Pusteria Cycle Path along the Rienz River. The starting point is in the heart of the Dolomites, and soon you will pass the Pragser Valley, which branches off to the south. You will continue cycling leisurely past the Olang reservoir, always accompanied by the course of the Rienz river, until you reach the lively town of Bruneck, which is closely associated with the artist Michael Pacher. Your journey continues at a leisurely pace through the lower Puster Valley. Through the impressive walls of the Mühlbach Gorge, you will finally reach the Eisack Valley. Shortly before Brixen, it is worth stopping at the historic Neustift Monastery - a cultural highlight on your route. Finally, you return to Brixen, where you can explore the charming historic center with its characteristic arcades and impressive cathedral square. You will spend the evening back in beautiful Brixen.

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, your bike tour takes you along the Passeier Valley Cycle Path to one of the most beautiful valleys in South Tyrol. As you leisurely follow the clear course of the Passer River, you will enjoy one last view of the impressive panorama of striking peaks, green slopes, orchards, and small, picturesque villages. Time and again, viewpoints invite you to pause and soak up the special atmosphere of this alpine landscape. After these enjoyable kilometers, you finally roll back to Merano.

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

The return transfer to Brixen is included. If you book additional nights in Merano, you will need to arrange your own return transfer or you can book one on request for an additional charge.