Days 1-2 Welcome to Tyrolia, home to a captivating mix of Italian, Austrian and Ladin cultures Ready to dive into the spectacular Dolomites World Heritage site? Embark on a pleasant riverside ride past orchards, vineyards and castles Piste ciclabili in Italy, Radweg in Austria – whatever you’d like to call it, this bike path is idyllic! Descend through the Venosta Valley, flanked by the jagged peaks of the Ortles and Ötztal mountains.

Day 3 Delectable mountain cuisine – polenta, funghi, local cheese, canederli and apple strudel Meadows, woodland and quiet hamlets set the stage for today’s ride along the Rienza River Sprechen Sie Deutsch? In the medieval town of Brunico, most residents speak German A haven of tranquility, the Aurina Valley greets you with a few short hills and delights with majestic vistas of the snow-covered peaks of the Zillertal range Soak up the scene of fairy-tale forests, barns and locals hand-cutting their lawns with traditional wooden scythes.

Day 4 Hidden valleys and storybook villages framed by magnificent limestone peaks Following peaceful cycling routes, make your way through the countryside to Lienz, Austria, a charming cobbled town ringed by jagged spires.

Days 5-6 Wonderful regional wines, including vernatsch, lagrein and gewürztraminer Spin along a picture-perfect route through a forested valley nestled among the Alps Savor the bounty of an alpine picnic in cozy Matrei Back in Lienz, celebrate an unforgettable week of biking over a festive farewell dinner Pedal into the Drava River valley before saying auf wiedersehen to Tyrolia.

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