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Two cyclists on cycle paths between vineyards on Lake Kaltern

South Tyrol for families

From Merano to Lake Garda

7 Days / 6 Nights
Easy
Two cyclists on cycle paths between vineyards on Lake Kaltern

An active holiday with the whole family, where nature meets beautiful towns and, above all, the needs of children are never neglected - that means relaxation for young and old. The cycling tour from Merano to Lake Garda offers Italian "dolcé vita", action, adventure and excellent cuisine, from antipasti to cool gelato.

The tour starts in delightful Merano, which has gone down in history as a health resort and favourite destination of Empress Sissi. And today, the town still attracts visitors with its numerous sights. The botanical garden or the thermal baths are certainly worth a visit. At the stage destination of Bolzano, you should not miss the "Ötzi" museum with the children, there you can examine the "Man from the Ice".

After the South Tyrolean wine village of Ora, the route continues to Trento, where the old town virtually invites you to eat ice cream. On the way, the Castelfeder recreation area beckons, where, in addition to unique flora and fauna, ruins and climbing opportunities await the kids. The leisurely stage on day 5 holds another attraction - the "Cammino dei Dinosauri" (Dinosaur Trail) lets you walk in the footsteps of prehistoric reptiles.

  • Leisurely cycle paths mostly along the Adige: Cycling along the second longest Italian river is an adventure in itself. You will experience a lot as a family while cycling on well-maintained cycle paths that follow the course of the river for long stretches. A special bonus is that from Merano onwards it is almost exclusively gently downhill.
  • Dreamlike landscapes with wonderfully fragrant orchards and vineyards: Castles, palaces and ruins make the ride to the stage destination of Bolzano a highlight for the kids, while the parents might enjoy tasting a South Tyrolean wine. A "win-win situation"!
  • South Tyrolean cuisine with hearty specialities: Regional specialities that resemble the hearty Tyrolean cuisine further north and seem more Mediterranean with every kilometre cycled south. Whether bacon, dumplings or heavenly pastries - the right wine to accompany them can be world-class in South Tyrol. Taste it for yourself!
  • The deep blue Lake Garda: Throw everyday life overboard at Lake Garda and enjoy the lightness of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Stroll along the lakeshore, find a nice bathing spot and enjoy the famous "Dolce far niente" - the sweet idleness!

This tour caters to the needs of young and old without compromising on either side. A relaxing active trip for the parents and an adventure holiday for the children - this does not have to be mutually exclusive! The tours are between 25 and 45 km long and easy to manage due to the flat routing.

* In the itinerary, you are sometimes on first name terms and sometimes formally addressed.

Itinerary at a glance

The ideal balance between action and relaxation - castles and palaces meet blossoming orchards, water sports on Lake Garda meet leisurely bike paths. Whether dumplings, pasta or gelato, the many delicacies provide energy!

Arrive in Merano and move into your accommodation. The travel documents and rental bikes (if booked) will already be in your hotel.

Hotel example: Hotel Flora

 

You will set off on your cycle tour today from the lovely spa town, Merano. You will cycle past orchards and vineyards and you will be able to sense the Mediterranean flair. The great palaces and castles are silent guards along your way. Take a short detour to the mystical labyrinth garden in Tschrems or cool down in the Nalser swimming pool. Once you have arrived in Bolzano, you can pay a visit to the Ötzi museum or you can simply enjoy the “Dolce Vita” in the historical old town.

Hotel example: Mondschein

 

Today you leave South Tyrol’s capital. Cycle along the river Adige and continue on your way. You can then smell the wonderful smell of the orchards again. Here is where the Adige valley opens up to its widest point and you can really marvel at the Mediterranean nature. You will spend the night in Auer, which is a typical village in South Tyrol, which still maintains its character and its genuine, south Tyrolean hospitality.

Hotel example: Biohotel Kaufmann

 

Today you leave South Tyrol’s capital. Cycle along the river Adige and continue on your way. You can then smell the wonderful smell of the orchards again. Here is where the Adige valley opens up to its widest point and you can really marvel at the Mediterranean nature. You will spend the night in Auer, which is a typical village in South Tyrol, which still maintains its character and its genuine, south Tyrolean hospitality.

Hotel example: Biohotel Kaufmann

 

Trento with all of its museums, its heritage and its old town are all waiting for you on this discovery tour. Stroll leisurely through the little streets before you then continue on by bike. Cycle past the powerful Beseno Castel, which sits enthroned above the Adige valley. Your cycle path will then take you through vineyards to Rovereto. In Rovereto, dinosaur fans can follow the traces of the dinosaurs on 5 small trails.

Hotel example: Hotel Leon D’Oro

 

Today your bike route leaves the Adige valley because lake Garda is now waiting for you. In Mori, you can try the all-round famous pistachio ice cream in the gelateria Bologna. After the only noticeable hill on this tour, you speedily cycle downhill past the blue lakes to Torbole. You will spend your last night in Torbole or Riva, two well-known holiday destinations, which are well-known for their innumerable possibilities for different sports. A wonderful end to your magnificent cycle tour in Italy.

Hotel example: Hotel Caravel

 

Today you have to say goodbye to the Italian flair. Or you can enjoy the sun for another day at one of lake Garda’s beach areas. You can also get to Gardaland (a theme park) quickly from here….

Itinerary at a glance

The ideal balance between action and relaxation - castles and palaces meet blossoming orchards, water sports on Lake Garda meet leisurely bike paths. Whether dumplings, pasta or gelato, the many delicacies provide energy!

Arrive in Merano and move into your accommodation. The travel documents and rental bikes (if booked) will already be in your hotel.

Hotel example: Hotel Flora

 

You will set off on your cycle tour today from the lovely spa town, Merano. You will cycle past orchards and vineyards and you will be able to sense the Mediterranean flair. The great palaces and castles are silent guards along your way. Take a short detour to the mystical labyrinth garden in Tschrems or cool down in the Nalser swimming pool. Once you have arrived in Bolzano, you can pay a visit to the Ötzi museum or you can simply enjoy the “Dolce Vita” in the historical old town.

Hotel example: Mondschein

 

Today you leave South Tyrol’s capital. Cycle along the river Adige and continue on your way. You can then smell the wonderful smell of the orchards again. Here is where the Adige valley opens up to its widest point and you can really marvel at the Mediterranean nature. You will spend the night in Ora, which is a typical village in South Tyrol, which still maintains its character and its genuine, south Tyrolean hospitality.

Hotel example: Biohotel Kaufmann

 

Today you leave South Tyrol’s capital. Cycle along the river Adige and continue on your way. You can then smell the wonderful smell of the orchards again. Here is where the Adige valley opens up to its widest point and you can really marvel at the Mediterranean nature. You will spend the night in Auer, which is a typical village in South Tyrol, which still maintains its character and its genuine, south Tyrolean hospitality.

Hotel example: Hotel Everest

 

Trento with all of its museums, its heritage and its old town are all waiting for you on this discovery tour. Stroll leisurely through the little streets before you then continue on by bike. Cycle past the powerful Beseno Castel, which sits enthroned above the Adige valley. Your cycle path will then take you through vineyards to Rovereto. In Rovereto, dinosaur fans can follow the traces of the dinosaurs on 5 small trails.

Hotel example: Hotel Leon D’Oro

 

Today your bike route leaves the Adige valley because Lake Garda is now waiting for you. In Mori, you can try the all-round famous pistachio ice cream in the gelateria Bologna. After the only noticeable hill on this tour, you speedily cycle downhill past the blue lakes to Torbole. You will spend your last night in Torbole or Riva, two well-known holiday destinations, which are well-known for their innumerable possibilities for different sports. A wonderful end to your magnificent cycle tour in Italy.

Hotel example: Hotel Astoria

 

Today you have to say goodbye to the Italian flair. Or you can enjoy the sun for another day at one of Lake Garda’s beach areas. You can also get to Gardaland (a theme park) quickly from here….

Route information

Easy

You cycle along the river Adige and through the Mediterranean scenery. Always on well-built cycle paths or quiet side roads. Only one short hill during the tour (about 150m ascent). The stages can be shortened by train if desired.

Prices & Dates

Category: 3***- and 4****-hotels

* Child prices valid if they are staying in same room as 2 full price adults. Charges for children under 6 (for example child bed) to be paid for at the time.

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex bike 7-speed
Hub gears with coaster brake

High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel

Body size approx. 155 cm - 190 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm
Children's bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality children's bike whose number of gears is determined by the size of the bike

Body size approx. 115 cm - 150 cm

20 inch |
24 inch |
26 inch
Follow-Me
Children's bike + Follow-Me

For children who are already able to ride the bike on their own, but would also like to be pulled along the route by their parents, we offer a Follow-Me always in combination with an Eurobike 20 inch children's bike (body size approx. 115 cm - 150 cm) and a rental bike for the parents.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • 1 Pistachio ice-cream on the way to Lake Garda
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus every Saturday, Sunday and Monday morning as well as Tuesday (occasionally) afternoon. costs EUR 75 per person, extra EUR 29 for your own bike, to be paid for in advance. reservation is necessary

Arrival/Parking/departure

  • Merano train station
  • Verona airport
  • Public car park close to the hotel costs approx. EUR 35 per week, to be paid for at the time, no reservation possible

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • 1 Pistachio ice-cream or 1 freshly squeezed fruit juice on the way to Lake Garda
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus every Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday morning. costs EUR 79 per person, extra EUR 39 for your own bike, to be paid for in advance. reservation is necessary

Arrival/Parking/departure

  • Merano train station
  • Verona airport
  • Public car park close to the hotel costs approx. EUR 50-80 per week, to be paid for at the time, no reservation possible
  • By public bus to Rovereto and on to Merano by train

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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