Bolzano
You'll actually be following a section of the famous Via Claudia Augusta, a trans-alpine path established by the Romans in 46 AD. The daily sections shouldn't take more than around 2 - 3 hours of continuous cycling at a leisurely pace so there is plenty of time to stop and explore the pretty little villages you'll pass along the way.
The going is very easy and you'll be on a beautiful alpine cycle path the whole way. As such, this is an excellent choice for people who are new to cycling holidays and/or families with young children. You’ll stay in comfortable hotels in charming alpine towns and villages along the route.
","019-124CIT","adige-river-cycling-break","A short cycling break descending the very scenic Venosta valley on an idyllic alpine cycle path beside the Adige river. Relaxed and easy leisure cycling at its best. Great scenery, pretty alpine villages and no traffic.
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If you’re looking for carefree, easy cycling on quiet cycle paths through jaw-dropping scenery then look no further – the Adige River and Lake Garda Cycling Holiday really should be on your leisure cycling short list.
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Read Marcel Theroux\'s account of this tour in the Guardian
The route starts high in the Italian Alps at the head of the Resia/Reschen Pass and follows the Adige River as it descends along the stunning Venosta Valley. You’ll be cycling on a traffic free, tarmac cycle path. The going is easy, being predominantly downhill, allowing plenty of time to drink in the panoramic alpine vistas that unfold all around.
You’ll cycle past small villages and medieval towns, some of which originate from Roman times as this is the route of the Via Claudia Augusta, a trans-alpine path first opened in 46 AD. As you descend, the fruit orchards begin to give way to vineyards and the Adige turns from a tumbling mountain stream to a fully fledged river.
Shortly after the town of Trento you face the one, short, easy climb of the route – don’t worry it’s not that long and there’s no penalty for walking or taking a breather. Your efforts are rewarded with an exhilarating descent to the stunning northern shore of Lake Garda. You will spend the last night of your tour in one of the pretty lakeside towns on the northern shore, such as Riva, Torbole or Nago or in Arco in the northern end in an attractive setting.
The vast majority of this route is on tarmac cycle paths with some very short stretches on quiet roads. The route is predominantly downhill or level making it a good choice for families and anyone with a basic level of fitness.
',"019-120CIT","adige-river-to-lake-garda-cycling-holiday","Lake Garda (north shore)","Resia Pass to Mantua - IT015",'Identical to our Adige River and Lake Garda Cycling Holiday but with the addition of one extra night at the end which allows you to continue on to the beautiful Renaissance town of Mantova. This is carefree, easy cycling at it\'s best with the added bonus of glorious ever-changing scenery as you gently descend from the majestic Dolomites to Lake Garda and the plains of Lombardy.
The route starts high in the Alps close to the Austrian border in the small town of Resia. From here, a glorious cycle path follows the young Adige river as it burbles its way along the scenic Venosta Valley past fruit orchards and tiny alpine villages.
Mantova
The cycle path tracks the route of the Via Claudia Augusta, a trans-alpine Roman road first opened in 46 AD. As you descend out of the mountains, the fruit orchards begin to give way to vineyards and the Adige turns from a tumbling mountain stream to a fully fledged river.
Along the route you will visit Bolzano and Trento, two historic alpine towns both with delightful medieval centres that are perfect for an evening stroll. An exhilarating descent delivers you to the stunning northern shore of Lake Garda where you board a ferry for a scenic ride down to the lake’s southern shore.
Your final ride day in the saddle leads you from Lake Garda, along the banks of the serene Mincio River to the beautiful old Renaissance town of Mantova. The ancient flag-stoned streets of Mantova provide a fitting finale to such a scenic cycle ride
The route is predominantly downhill or level making it a good choice for families and anyone with a basic level of fitness. It’s possible to shorten each ride with train rides except on day 7.
',"019-128CIT","adige-river-to-mantova-garda-cycling-holiday","Mantova","https://dhge35oo01ejn.cloudfront.net/images/2020/3/7/Torbole_III_-_Lake_Garda_-_Italy.jpg","Torbole","Torbole - Lake Garda - Italy.jpg","Resia Pass to Verona - IT015","Another variation of our popular Adige River and Lake Garda Cycling Holiday. This option allows you to cycle from high in the Dolomites, along an idyllic cycle path, past quaint mountain villages and historic towns to stunning Lake Garda and finally the bustling city of Verona.
The small village of Resia at the head of the Resia pass, just 3 kms from the Austrian border is the starting point for this easy, scenic cycling holiday. The picturesque lake adjacent to the village is not a lake at all but a reservoir and the rather incongruous sight of a church bell tower protruding from the water marks the location of one of several villages submerged following the construction of the nearby dam in 1950.
Verona
From Resia a pleasant cycle path leads you gently downhill, along the valley floor, past pretty villages and stunning alpine scenery. Throughout the route you'll never be too far from the Adige river and you'll witness it grow from a tumbling mountain stream to a deep wide river. You'll overnight in small alpine villages as well as enchanting medieval towns and cities, such as Bolzano and Trento, along the way .
Over 6 days you'll descend from high alpine pastures through huge fruit orchards and vineyards to the shores of Lake Garda and finally the ancient Roman city of Verona on the plains of Lombardy. Many of the villages and towns along the way originate from Roman times as this is also the route of the Via Claudia Augusta, a trans-alpine path first opened in 46 AD.
There really is only one climb on this whole route. It's not very long or steep and your efforts are rewarded with a jaw dropping view down the length of Lake Garda. After an exhilarating descent you enjoy a ferry ride down to the southern end of the lake.
Your final ride leads you to Verona a historic city known for its Arena (Roman Colosseum) and many other ancient sights. Head to the bustling Piazza Bra, adjacent to the Arena, in the early evening for a meal and a drink to celebrate completing your journey.
This is an easy route the vast majority of which is on a gently descending well-maintained cycle path. The daily sectors are easily managed in around three hours or so of continuous cycling so there's plenty of time to stop and admire the views or to explore a town or village along the way.
","019-129CIT","adige-river-to-verona-cycling-holiday","https://dhge35oo01ejn.cloudfront.net/images/2020/3/6/Resia_Pass_-_South_Tyrol_-_Italy_-_019.jpg","Resia Passd","Resia Pass","Resia Pass - South Tyrol - Italy - 019.jpg","Bolzano-Verona-Venice IT001 self-guided or IT049 Guided",'A hugely popular cycling holiday through the alpine splendour of the South Tyrol, via gorgeous Lake Garda and enchanting Verona, to Venice – the Queen of the Adriatic. This wonderfully diverse itinerary will delight and enthral offering new and varied sights and experiences each day.
High peaks, green valleys and tumbling rivers characterise the first two days of the tour. This is followed by the grand serenity of Lake Garda with it’s pretty fishing villages and deep placid waters. Onwards then across the plain to the magical and historical city of Verona where the impressive Arena and medieval old town await.
On the Adige bike path near Salorno
Carry on eastwards through rolling hills and open countryside to the Renaissance city of Vicenza with its fabulous Piazza and Palladian Villas. From there you ride along the Bacchiglione River to Padova, home to the Giotto Chapel and the largest square in Europe before pedalling on to Venice – a fitting finale to such a great cycle tour.
This leisurely cycling holiday follows cycle paths and quiet country roads with some short sections along slightly busier roads. The route is mostly level with one hilly section just before Lake Garda and another as you approach Vicenza. Neither are too serious however and this tour is well within the reach of most cyclists.
',"019-102CIT","bolzano-to-venice-cycling-holiday","A hugely popular cycling holiday through the alpine splendour of the South Tyrol, via gorgeous Lake Garda and enchanting Verona, to Venice – the Queen of the Adriatic. This wonderfully diverse itinerary will delight and enthral offering new and varied sights and experiences each day.
","Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed","https://dhge35oo01ejn.cloudfront.net/images/2020/8/21/Riva_-_Lake_Garda_-_Italy_CROPPED.jpg","CROPPED Riva - Lake Garda - Italy.jpg","Bolzano to Verona IT018",'This superbly scenic and very easy, 4 night cycling break leads cyclists along a beautiful alpine cycle path from the South Tyrol, via Lake Garda, to the Roman city of Verona.
High peaks, green valleys and tumbling rivers characterise the first two days of this tour. This is followed by the grand serenity of Lake Garda with it\'s pretty fishing villages and deep placid waters.
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The above video depicts the sites and scenes from the section between Bolzano and Lake Garda.
From Lake Garda, the route crosses the plain to the magical and historical city of Verona. Wander the narrow winding streets of the old town and sooner or later you will arrive in Piazza Brà, the large square, lined with bustling bars and restaurants - grab a table and drink in the atmosphere. Nearby, you will find the Verona Arena, the magnificent Roman amphitheatre where spectacular operas are performed each summer.
This leisurely cycling holiday follows cycle paths and quiet country roads. It\'s all either level or slightly downhill and can be enjoyed by cyclists of all abilities.
Read Marcel Theroux\'s account of this tour in the Guardian
',"019-103CIT","bolzano-to-verona-cycling-break","This Bolzano to Verona cycling break packs a lot of scenery and experiences into such a short cycling holiday. Cycle from high in the Dolomites down to spectacular Lake Garda and then on to the historic and beautiful city of Verona.
","Sun and Wed","Innsbruck to Venice IT027",'This leisurely cycling holiday leads you on a wonderful journey through sensational, ever-changing scenery from high up on the Brenner Pass close to the Austrian border, via gorgeous Lake Garda and the elegant city of Verona to unique and captivating Venice on the Adriatic Coast.
Cycle through the Brenner Pass following the Adige river as it descends gently past vineyards, orchards and historic alpine towns. Be entranced by the beauty and charm of Lake Garda before riding on to Verona, setting for the most famous love story ever told.
Timeless Venice
From there you enjoy easy cycling through gently rolling countryside to the Renaissance town of Vicenza and then picturesque Padova. The tour’s fitting finale is unique and fascinating Venice on the shores of the Adriatic.
Most of the route is along cycle paths and quiet roads. There are a few busier sections as you enter some towns and one or two short climbs but this route really is very easy.
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