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Alps Adriatic/Salzburg – Grado
Alps Adriatic Cycle Path
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With the E-Bike through the Alps
In May 2019, the programme „With the e-bike through the Alps“ was broadcast in the series „Wunderschön“ on WDR. Marco Schreyl as the presenter cycled with our e-bike from Salzburg to Grado. We were allowed to organise the programme and conceptualise it with the WDR team.Now you can travel in the footsteps of Marco Schreyl, the tour corresponds exactly to the original on TV: one week, 420 kilometres, three countries. On the road there is a lot to discover: steep mountains, the wild and romantic Gastein Valley with thundering waterfalls, crystal-clear Carinthian lakes, the italian dolce vita and at the end, of course, the sea. Since 2012, this cross-border cycle has become more and more of a classic.
Dates 2024:
Arrival: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Duration: 8 days
Dates :
Season 1: April 27.-Jun 14.+Sept 09.-22.
Season 2: Jun 15. – Sept 08.
1st Day: Salzburg
Individual arrival at the starting hotel in Salzburg. A bicycle trip could not start more impressively than in Salzburg, the city of Mozart, a beautiful old town where are surrounded by many Baroque monuments. Take some delicious Mozartkugeln (typical Austrian confectionary) with you on your journey to the sea.
2nd Day: Salzburg – Werfenweng, approx. 50 km
With a view of the fortress Hohensalzburg you leave the city. In the distance the mountains are already visible. The first section takes you along the Salzach. On the way you will pass the former summer residence of the Salzburger Bishops, Hellbrunn palace. For more than 400 years, the extraordinary water games have been a delight for young and old. On the Tauern cycle path, the journey continues in the direction of Hallein, known for its crooked townhouses and above all for the white gold – salt. Passing below the Tennengebirge mountains, you will cycle towards your destination Werfenweng, but first you will have to overcome a few metres in altitude. High above you will see the impressive 11th century castle of Hohenwerfen.
3rd Day: Werfenweng – Bad Gastein, approx. 60 km
The journey continues through the tranquil Gastein valley, only accessible along mountain paths and narrow roads until the 20th century. Framed by the peaks of the Hohe Tauern, you cycle along the Gasteiner Ache (river). Passing Dorfgastein and Bad Hofgastein you reach the famous health resort Bad Gastein. The „Montecarlo of the Alps“, as the place is often called, is known for its many splendid hotels from the „Belle Époque“. The main attraction here is the Gastein waterfall, which has been the focal point of many artists and poets. If you are there early enough, you can still take the cable car to the summit and enjoy the alpine panorama.
4th Day: Bad Gastein – Millstätter See, approx. 70 km + train
In Böckstein you have to board the train, which takes you in about 11 minutes comfortably under the spectacular peaks of the Hohe Tauern into the Mölltal valley. Instead of following the original Alpe Adria cycle path, we suggest an alternative through the tranquil Dösental. On the old railway track, an 8 km long descent, leads down to the Glocknerradweg and along the Möll river. The varied landscape will not let you get bored. Today‘s destination is Millstatt, situated on the lake of the same name. At around 141 m the Millstätter See is the deepest lake in Carinthia.
5th Day: Millstätter See – Tarvis, approx. 78 km
On today´s stage you cycle around the lake with its crystal-clear water for a while and then overcome a small ridge which brings you into the Drau Valley. After this detour, the Alpe-Adria route leads along the leisurely flowing Drava, where some surprises await you. Soon the direction of travel changes and you head south. First along the Gail river, which is ideal for cooling off on hot summer days, and then across the border to the „Bella Italia“. In the border triangle Austria-Slovenia-Italy lies the small town of Tarvis.
6th Day: Tarvis – Udine, approx. 80 km + train, ticket not included
Although the fifth stage is one of the longest of this journey, there are very few ascents to overcome. Strengthened by cappuccino and brioche, you start the stage through the Kanal Valley, framed by the majestic peaks of the Julian Alps. On the disused railway line you cycle through a total of 22 tunnels. Don‘t miss the culinary delights along the way. Shortly before reaching Venzone, you cross the Tagliamento, one of the last natural rivers in Europe, before reaching the Friulian plain. Not only the vegetation changes, but also the temperatures continue to rise. Enjoy the evening at the „Piazza della Libertà“ in Udine, with its typical Italian atmosphere.
7th Day: Udine – Grado, approx. 55 km
You will continue your journey cycling through the vineyards. The first highlight of today‘s stage is Palmanova with its star-shaped fortress from the 16th century. Across the hexagonal main square, the route leads out of the Unesco World Heritage Site towards Aquileia. The town, built in 180 BC, was one of the most important economic centres of the Roman Empire. Numerous excavation sites and a huge floor mosaic in the Byzantine Basilica are vivid witnesses of this time. A 5 km long straight line leads through the lagoon to Grado, the destination of your journey. After a total of 420 km you have reached the Italian Riviera.
8th Day: Grado
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION:
On this tou will be accommodated in carefully selected inns and hotels of 3* and 4*-category.
Please note, that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection is based on availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.
You will receive the accommodation we have actually booked with the hotellist and the travel documents (after the booking confirmation at the earliest).
YOUR BICYCLES:
21-speed ladies or gents
7-speed E-Bikes
- aluminum frame
- freewheel
- Shimano Deore circuit
- E-bikes unisex with 500 watt battery
- Royal Saddle
- repair kit
- air pump
- reserve tube
- lock
- saddlebag
ARRIVAL INFORMATION:
Parking
- Chargeable parking place either directly at the hotel or at public garage – depending on availability, reservation not possible.
Train Station
- Station: Salzburg
Airport
- Next Airport: Salzburg (SZG)
- 7 nights incl. breakfast buffet or full breakfast
- Videobriefing
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
- Well planned routes
- Detailed documents (maps, route description, places to visit, important telephone numbers)
- Navigation App
- Telephone service hotline for the entire tour
Season 1 | Season 2 | |
Double room | 1.196,- | 1.299,- |
Double for single use | 1.435,- | 1.538,- |
Tourist tax – if requested – has to be paid on the spot..
Discount children/additional bed – upon request
Additional bookable
Rental bikes | |
21-speed touring bike | upon request |
E-Bike | 249,- |
Transfer | |
Grado – Salzburg every Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | 175,- |
own bike on transfer | 39,- |
Additional nights incl. breakfast | Double room | Single room | |
Salzburg | 109,- | 178,- | |
Grado | 95,- | 134,- |
Operator: Fun Active Tours
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