Sud Tyrol Roll
A dream come true: Alpine cycling without climbs
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A unique combination: cycle from Tyrolean farm villages to old Roman cities on bike paths meandering among the southern Alps – the hills are optional! Both leisure cyclists and those who love mountain climbs will enjoy this culturally and scenically diverse tour that glides (mostly downhill) through apple orchards, affording stunning views of the Dolomites to the east and the Alps to the west. The first days will be spent in an area that belongs to Italy but is predominantly characterized by a strong Tirolian culture where German is the official language. Capture the best of the lush Alto Adige and Trentino regions: fill each day with magnificent scenery, natural parks, delicious mountain cuisine, and fascinating encounters with locals and with Ötzi, the 5300-year-old iceman. For a change of pace, enjoy a day of hiking through lush mountain meadows. The tour ends near Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, an area famous for its mild climate and multi-sport activities.
Tour Essence
- Stunning alpine cycling in the Venosta Valley and hiking on the Renon Plateau
- Discover the local cuisine, crisp local beer and wine
- Explore Bolzano and Trento and taste some of the best gelato in Italy
- Overnights in elegant mountain lodges and historic hotels
- Pedal along the quiet and scenic “Ciclopista del Sole” bike path
- Discover the northern part of Lake Garda, with its bustling cycling & surfing atmosphere
- Mountain Walk on the Renon Plateau
- Enjoy a traditional beer garden lunch
- Winery visit with tasting and lunch
- Visit a castle and 2 museums
What to Expect
Terrain
Mostly flat with some hillsStart Location
Rablà / RablandEnd Location
Riva del GardaMileage
Average Daily: 28 / 33 miles Total: 140 / 166 milesElevation
Average Daily: 918 / 1,500 ft Total: 4,592 / 7,540 ft
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Cycling clinics
- Guided walking tours of Bolzano and Trento with local guides
- 1 wine tasting
- 1 beer tasting
- 1 cooking class
- Visit of the Firmian Castle, the Messner mountain museum
- Visit of the Archaeological Museum where Otzi, the 5300-year-old mummy, is housed
- Shuttle at the beginning and at the end of the tour
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Explore GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 5 dinners
Capture the best of the lush Trentino Alto Adige and Trentino regions: fill each day with magnificent scenery, visits to ancient castles, delicious mountain cuisine, and fascinating encounters with locals and with Ötzi, the ice man of 5,300 years ago. Pedal along the famous “Strada del Vino” (literally, wine road) and enjoy countless stops in small villages, wine tasting, and visits to the artistically rich towns of Bolzano and Trento. For a change of pace, hike for the day through lush mountain meadows filled with wildflowers and framed by snowcapped peaks. The tour ends in the northernmost part of Lake Garda, famous for its mild climate for cyclists and windsurfers.
2024
Start Location
Rablà / RablandFly Into
Milan, Verona, Venice (or Bolzano Airport via Munich or Rome)End Location
Riva del GardaFly Out Of
Milan, Verona, Venice (or Bolzano Airport via Munich or Rome)Ventosa Valley Warm-up Ride
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
8 / 13 milesElevation Gain
200 ftRiding Terrain
Mostly flatMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Vitalpina Hotel Waldhof
Vitalpina Hotel Waldhof has an unsophisticated and casual atmosphere. The beautiful Tyrolean mountains surround it; the view of the mountains from the garden is spectacular. Enjoy the large Wellness & SPA area, a whirlpool and sauna, an indoor and outdoor Vista Pool for adults only, and top views of the apple orchards and mountains of the Val Venosta Valley.
Rablà to Bolzano
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
29 / 32 milesElevation Gain
898 / 1,647 ftRiding Terrain
Generally flat, on bike paths and small roads through apple orchards, climbs on longer routeMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Greif
Dating from the 17th century, Hotel Greif is an elegant, artsy hotel conveniently located in the center of Bolzano. Individually designed by artists, the chic rooms feature all the comforts. A pool at the nearby twinned Hotel Laurin is available for our guests.
Hike on the Renon Plateau
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
5 milesElevation Gain
940 ftMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Hotel Greif
Dating from the 17th century, Hotel Greif is an elegant, artsy hotel conveniently located in the center of Bolzano. Individually designed by artists, the chic rooms feature all the comforts. A pool at the nearby twinned Hotel Laurin is available for our guests.
Bolzano to Trento
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
42 / 46 milesElevation Gain
1,414 / 1,706 ftRiding Terrain
FlatMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hi Hotel Trento
Built on a rocky outcrop overlooking the city, Hi Hotels is a new corner of paradise a few steps from the Buonconsiglio Castle. A fantastic view, its wellness center, and the cozy rooms are tonight’s highlights of our home.
Trento to Riva Del Garda
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
30 / 44 milesElevation Gain
1,030 / 1,768 ftRiding Terrain
Mostly flat with a few climbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Du Lac et Du Parc
Du Lac et du Parc is a unique 4-star superior holiday resort in the heart of the Italian Lake District. Enjoy the best of Italian hospitality in an enchanting park on Lake Garda’s shores.
Sarca Valley Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
28 / 35 milesElevation Gain
1,250 / 2,221 ftRiding Terrain
Flat and rollingMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Du Lac et Du Parc
Du Lac et du Parc is a unique 4-star superior holiday resort in the heart of the Italian Lake District. Enjoy the best of Italian hospitality in an enchanting park on Lake Garda’s shores.
