South Tyrol just so

South Tyrol just so

From/to Brixen

Across the Pleasure of South Tyrol

South Tyrol would like to tempt you on a two wheel trip! Whilst travelling along the well-built cycle paths, you will get to know all about this little country, its flair and specialities. The unspoilt nature with its roaring rivers, the mountains and lakes with their legends, customs, and a culture of a country influenced by history, and the South Tyrolean hospitality with its specialities and excellent wines. This bike tour takes you along the cycle paths from eastern Pustertal and the Dolomites to the capital town of Bolzano; to lake Kalterer See, the spa town of Merano and into the Vinschgau Valley. A transfer takes you over the Jaufen Pass and from there you cycle to the town of Vipiteno where you get back and cycle to the Bishop’s town of Bressanone, official seat of the Bishop and provincial Diocese of the Catholic Church.

Dates 2024:

Arrival: Wed + Sat, add. Sun in S3
Duration: 8 days
Dates 2023:
Season 1: April 27. + Sept 15.
Season 2: April 28. – May 24.
Season 3: May 25.-Aug 09.+Aug 08. – Sept 14.


Two different hotel categories to choose!

1st Day: Brixen/Bressanone

Individual arrival at the hotel in Bressanone.

2nd Day: Brixen/Bressanone – Hochpustertal – Brixen/Bressanone, approx. 65 km

In the morning transfer from Bressanone to Dobbiaco. Bike delivery in Dobbiaco. Today’s tour takes you along the cycle path past the well-known valley Pragsertal, which stretches to the south. Following the river Rienz, the bike path goes past the Olang dam and onto the Michael Pacher town of Brunico. Continue on through the Pustertal Valley, pass the Mühlbacher Klause ruins and enter into the Eisacktal Valley. Shortly before Bressanone, you can visit the Neustift Abbey, and the historical centre in Bressanone is well worth a visit too.

3rd Day: Brixen/Bressanone – Bozen/Bolzano, approx. 40 km

Starting in Bressanone, you follow the Eisacktal Valley bike path alongside the river Eisack and cycle through the many vineyards which mainly produce white wine, past the picturesque town of Chiusa which is worth stopping to look at, and onto the capital town of Bolzano. Bolzano itself has much to offer, the arcades, the lawns by the river, a visit to the Ice Man in the Archaeological Museum or sitting and drinking a coffee in one of the many cafes in the town.

4th Day: Bozen/Bolzano – Eppan/Appiano – Lake Kalterer See – Bozen/Bolzano, approx. 45 km

Tour in the famous wine growing areas around lake Kalterer See. Passing by Castle Sigmundskron, you first cycle to Appiano, the largest wine growing area in South Tyrol. Appiano has a superb compilation of innumerable castles, manor houses, churches and farms. After Appiano you carry on towards Caldaro. Those who want can take a detour at San Michele to the idyllic Montiggler lakes and have a swim. The village of Caldaro is worth visiting, as well as the Wine Growing Museum. Just past Caldaro you arrive at the lake before turning into the Etsch cycle path back to Bolzano.

5th Day: Bozen/Bolzano – Meran/Merano, approx. 35 – 40 km

You leave Bolzano via Sigmundskron Castle and then follow the Wine Road through the orchards. The famous South Tyrolean apples come from this area. The oldest winery in South Tyrol which is situated in Andriano lies on the way. From here you carry on to Terlano, Nalles and then to Lana, which is worth visiting, before arriving in the spa town of Merano. While in Merano, don’t forget to visit the Botanical Gardens at Schloss Trauttmansdorff.

6th Day: Meran/Merano – Mals/Malles – Meran/Merano, approx. 60 km

The train takes you from Merano to Malles in the Vinschgau Valley. From here you can cycle through the whole valley towards Merano. The first stop is in Glorenza, the smallest town in South Tyrol, and you carry on through the orchards to Prato allo Stelvio, Lasa, Silandro, Naturno and then back to Merano.

7th Day: Meran/Merano – Jaufenpass – Sterzing – Brixen, approx. 35 – 50 km

Transfer from Merano to the Jaufenpass (2,092 m) and then on to Vipiteno. You may cycle also downhill from the top of the Jaufenpass through the countryside and enjoy the wonderful scenery! From Vipiteno you cycle southwards along the cycle path through the Eisacktal Valley to the former customs checkpoint at Fortezza and then heading back to the bishop town Bressanone.

8th Day: Brixen

Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.

YOUR ACCOMMODATION:

On this tour you can choose between two diffent hotel categories:

Category Charme: Chosen hotels of the higher 4* category
Category Standard: Hotels 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

  • Parking facilities at Brixen/Bressanone at the hotel of your arrival; Reservation not possible; to be paid directly at the hotel.

Train Station

  • Station: Brixen

Airport

  • Next Airport: Innsbruck (INN) or Verona (VRN)
  • 7 nights in chosen category
  • breakfast buffet or full breakfast
  • Videobriefing
  • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
  • Transfers according to the programme: Bressanone – Alta Pusteria, Merano – Malles, Merano – Jaufenpass – Vipiteno
  • Well planned routes
  • Detailed documents (maps, route description, places to visit, important telephone numbers)
  • Telephone service hotline for the entire tour
  • Navigation app
Category Charme (4*hotels)Season 1Season 2Season 3
Double room1.379,-1.469,-
Single room 1.673,-1.763,-
Category Standard (3-4*hotels)Season 1Season 2Season 3
Double room749,-785,-885,-
Single room 973,-1.009,-1.109,-
prices in EUR/person

Tourist tax – if requested – has to be paid on the spot.

Discount children/additional bed – upon request

Additional bookable

Rental bikes
21-speed touring bike99,-
E-Bike249,-
Additional nights
incl. breakfast
Double roomSingle room
Brixen (Cat.Charme)139,-188,-
Brixen (Cat.Standard)89,-108,-
prices in EUR/person

Operator: Fun Active Tours

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