Your trip
Wow. On the bike across the Alps. From the Allgäu to Merano.
The special thing about this tour, believe me, will be: you can do it! Yes, it will even give you great pleasure and a little pride during the day-long descent from the Reschen Pass along the Adige to Merano.
The tour takes you from the Bavarian capital through the Allgäu, the Wetterstein into the Inn Valley and over the Reschen Pass onto the main Alpine ridge through the lovely valleys of South Tyrol to the sun-drenched spa town on the Adige River below Tyrol Castle. A little trick will help you up the main Alpine ridge:
On day 6, a bus will take you from Landeck up the steep ascent to Nauders. You then cycle the last 100 meters up to Lake Reschen under your own steam. From here you can “let it roll” for 5 days. Only on the last day is there a small steep climb to master. A rapid descent then takes you directly to your destination.
The courses of the Inn and Adige rivers lead across Lake Reschen to Merano. Impressive mountain ranges form an imposing panorama. And from Reschen to the sea, orchards and vineyards characterize the route: from blossom to harvest, it’s always cycling season on the southern slopes of the Alps.
Are you in the mood for a little more?
We also offer the crossing of the Alps as an extended variant to Lake Garda or as a sporty variant in 8 days .
Experience the mountains and lakes of the high mountains, the sun of South Tyrol and the vastness of the valleys by bike: the hospitality will inspire you, the magnificent nature will enchant you!
Accommodation
You will stay in family and family-friendly 3*** hotels, inns and guesthouses
Catering
every day a rich breakfast is included
Route and requirements
The title of the tour already gives it away… With this wonderful tour to the spa town of Merano and on to Lake Garda, even less experienced cyclists will have fun crossing the Alps.
Starting at Munich Central Station, you cycle through the lush meadows along the Bavarian lakes through the Allgäu foothills of the Alps towards the mountains: Glorious sunshine and a light foehn wind are not guaranteed – but not unlikely. A first climb takes you over the northern ridge past the Karwendel and Wetterstein into the Inn Valley. Follow the well-developed bike path from the Inn Valley through Tyrol and South Tyrol to Lake Garda. Discover unique natural and cultural highlights along the way. On this tour, you will cover a total of around 470 kilometers with your Bicycle back.
You cycle on wonderful cycle paths and small side roads, main roads only on short sections. Small climbs have to be cycled almost every day. The Reschen Pass is challenging, with a gradient of around 1,200 meters to Merano. The route is mainly asphalted, some longer sections are also on well passable natural roads.
Numerous farm roads allow you to cycle largely car-free between the orchards and vineyards in peace and enjoyment. If you like, we will bring you by transfer from the Inn Valley to the Reschen Pass. You will then ride rapidly downhill for 1,200 meters in altitude. In between, there are smaller climbs every now and then.
The trip is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility. Please contact us for detailed information if needed.
Rental bicycles
Sturdy unisex touring bikes, 7 speeds with hub gears and coaster brake or 21 speeds with derailleur and freewheel (please choose when booking), comfort saddle, 28 inch with different frame heights. On request also 21-speed men’s bike possible.
Rental bike PLUS: the sportier option! High-quality equipment, for example, with 27-speed Shimano Deore XT gears, hydraulic Magura brakes HS 11 and Suntour suspension fork.
Electric bikes: unisex bikes with electric pedal assist up to 25 km/h; 8-speed gears with freewheel; range approx. 120 – 180 km (depending on riding style), 550 Wh battery detachable with mobile charger, hydraulic brakes.
Own bikes
It is possible to bring your own bikes, but at your own risk. For possible damages etc. on the own bike during the whole bike trip as well as during transport trips can not be liable.
For your own safety, we recommend that you always wear a bicycle helmet on all bicycle tours.
Arrival by train
Travel relaxed by train.
Munich is easily accessible by train. Alternatively, you can also use www.flixbus.de. Bicycle transport is possible to a limited extent, return journey on your own.
We therefore recommend that you start your vacation at home. Relax during the train ride against the magnificent backdrop of the lake and mountains. Rent the bikes and ride the train without stress. Info at www.bahn.de.
If you rent the bikes with us, you will also not have any stress with the bike transport. Just get on the train with you, on vacation, ready, go! Information and timetables can be found at Deutsche Bahn(www.bahn.de) or Österreichische Bundesbahn, www.oebb.at.
Return transfer
For the return journey from Merano to Munich, we recommend booking our transfer. We offer you a shared transfer with a central pick-up and drop-off point in Merano and a transfer to Munich. Please book “Transfer” at the same time. You can transport your bikes at your own risk. The bus runs daily.
Car/Parking
Unguarded parking spaces are available in Munich near the hotel from approx. 20,- / day. Please pay directly on site. Unfortunately, a reservation is not possible. Alternatively, there are inexpensive Park & Ride parking spaces. Information can be found at www.parkundride.de/langzeitparken.html. or at this link.
Note
Our tipif you want to torture yourself a little: We also offer this tour in an extended 11-day version to Lake Garda or as a sporty 8-day version .
Country information
Please note our information on entering Austria and Italy under our country information. Please also see our notes on package tours.
Unforgettable
- The life experience by bike across the Alps
- The fruit paradise of South Tyrol along the Adige river
- The magnificent panorama of the Ortles
- The Reschen Pass and its lake
