Alpe-Adria-Bicycleweg 10 days

Enjoy a relaxed bike ride through the shady meadows along the Salzach, starting in Salzburg and heading south to Hallein. Take the opportunity to pause in the medieval core of this city. Explore the narrow streets and expansive squares of this historic salt and Celtic town. Hallein will enchant you with its romantic old town, historic archways and wonderfully decorated facades of the houses. From there, accompanied by the sound of a rushing waterfall, you continue cycling to Golling, a picturesque town with a charming market square and an impressive 13th-century castle.

Overnight place: Golling

Today a bike tour awaits you on the excellently laid out Salzach cycle path, which almost always leads you directly along the bank to St. Johann. Even from afar, the double towers of the Pongau Cathedral are an unmistakable landmark. Let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere of this small, charming shopping paradise. Whether modern or traditional - a large number of inviting shops await you and invite you to stroll and discover. In addition, numerous cozy inns and inviting restaurants offer the perfect end to a wonderful day.

Overnight place: St. John

After another 7 kilometers of cycling along the Salzach you reach Schwarzach. From here the Gasteiner Ache takes you through the picturesque Gastein Valley. You cycle comfortably through the Hohen Tauern National Park, past Dorfgastein and Bad Hofgastein, to the renowned spa and winter sports resort of Bad Gastein. Marvel at the magnificent Belle Époque villas built on the steep slopes. Surrounded by peaks that exceed the three-thousander mark, Bad Gastein is reminiscent of the Monte Carlo of the Alps! Take a well-deserved break and admire the compact city center built around a waterfall. Look forward to the upcoming bike tour to the Mölltal, because an exciting descent will take you quickly.

Overnight place: Bad Gastein/Mallnitz

The picturesque Mölltal, named after the small river Möll, invites you to enjoy. The Möll has its source at the foot of the Großglockner and flows only 80 km further into the Drava. Let yourself be inspired by the bubbling wildness of the Möll and the impressive high mountain scenery. Expect the Dravatal with anticipation, because this is where the sunny south of Austria begins. Your bike rolls slightly downhill along the Drava almost by itself. Take the opportunity to visit Porcia Castle in Spittal, an outstanding example of Renaissance architecture in Austria!
 

Overnight place: Spittal ad Drava

Most of your journey takes you directly along the banks of the Drava, where you get from one sight to the next. The excavation sites of an early Christian church near Molzbichl, an archeology museum and the Dobratsch nature park near Villach await you. Stroll through the charming alleys and picturesque arcaded courtyards of Villach in the afternoon. Immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of this more than 800-year-old trading town and visit the late Gothic town parish church, which is considered one of the most beautiful hall churches in the country.

Overnight place: Villach

You can make the ascent to Tarvisio comfortable with a train journey. An excellently developed cycle path also awaits you on the Italian side. You enjoy a relaxed descent through the Kanaltal and from the saddle of your bike you have a magnificent view of the beauty of the Friulian Alpine region with its untouched nature and extensive forests. For the night choose one of the charming villages on the edge of the Julian Alps.

Overnight place: Venzone/surroundings

Much like iron was transported in the 15th century, today you follow the course of the Tagliamento until you turn off in the direction of Udine just after Gemona. But before you do that, give yourself a break in Gemona, considered one of the most beautiful historical sites in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Admire the stunning facade of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and stroll through the narrow streets of the old town. In 1976 Friuli was hit by a severe earthquake measuring 6,5 on the Richter scale, the epicenter of which was near Gemona. Gemona and the neighboring municipalities of Venzone and Osoppo were severely damaged. The right aisle and the campanile collapsed at the famous Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Today almost everything has been rebuilt as best as possible, including the campanile, although in the Duomo the columns are still slightly askew. You then cycle through fields and meadows from one village to the next and look forward to Udine, a charming city where the "dolce vita" is within reach. In Piazza della Liberta, one of the most beautiful squares in Northern Italy, marvel at the Palladio Gate and the Venetian clock tower and don't miss an espresso or cappuccino. Stroll through the historic center, admire the Duomo and the Castello that rises on the hill overlooking the city.

Overnight place: Udine

Today you cycle through extensive reed landscapes and along small water canals in the direction of the Gulf of Venice. A stop in Aquileia is a must during your trip to the Adriatic coast. This historic Roman city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. Parts of the Roman city have been uncovered, including the forum and the inner port. In Aquileia, you should also visit the 11th-century medieval basilica, known for its early Christian floor mosaics. These mosaics are among the most important in the country! Now it is only about 10 km to Grado. Look forward to one of the most sought-after bathing resorts on the Adriatic with its wide sandy beach and a historic fishing village. Spend your evening and the end of your trip in the narrow streets, in cozy restaurants and with a touch of Italian flair.

Overnight place: Bachelor's Degree

Your varied cycle tour ends after breakfast. Departure on your own.