South Tyrol to Trieste
South Tyrol to Trieste
On even routes from the Dolomite Alps to the Adriatic Sea
This tour, which encompasses three countries (Italy, Austria, Slovenia), leads us from the Hochpustertal in the heart of the Dolomites to Trieste, the capital of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and once an eminent seaport of the Habsburgs. On the way we can look forward to idyllic landscapes, the magical lake of Bled and the famous wine-growing district of Collio.
Total length: approx. 312-352 bicycle kilometres
Dates
Travel beginning: on Saturdays
Duration: 8 days (7 nights)
Itinerary
picture 1: © Rainer Sturm/PIXELIO
1. Day: Hochpustertal
Individual arrival in Niederdorf/Toblach and accommodation.
2. Day: Hochpustertal - Oberdrauburg (approx. 65 km)
Since today’s route leads slightly downhill along the Drau River, we quickly cover the distance of this stage, leaving South Tyrol via the Italian-Austrian border and reaching Oberdrauburg after passing through Lienz (East Tyrol).
3. Day: Oberdrauberg - Feistritz (approx. 55 km)
After a short transfer to the Gailberg Pass, we can expect a comfortable descent to Kötschach-Mauthen. Afterwards, we follow the Gailtal Cycle Path, which leads us along the Carnic Ridge via Hermagor to Lake Presseger See. After a recreative break we reach our destination, Feistritz.
4. Day: Feistritz - Bled (approx. 65 km)
Today we sally forth to the national border of Italy (Tarvis can be visited). Soon we leave Italy again and reach Slovenia. Past the famous skiing region of Kranjska Gora the cycle path leads us to the romantic lake of Bled.
5. Day: Bled - Cividale (approx. 50 km)
After a short train ride to Most na Soci, we mount our bicycles and reach the fascinating Soca valley and the place of Kobarid, which became famous through World War I. Accommodation in the history-charged city of Cividale, which has been shaped by numerous cultures.
6. Day: Cividale - Udine - Cormons (approx. 25 - 65 km)
Today’s stage invites us to stop and taste some first-rate wines at a multiplicity of wine cellars. Afterwards we set off for Cormons with renewed vigour. To our more ambitious cyclists we recommend a longer route via Udine.
7. Day: Cormons - Trieste (approx. 52 km)
Today we reach the Adriatic coast and the enchanting Miramare castle, from where we cycle along the sea to Trieste. This motley seaport town makes up the crowning finale of our journey.
8. Day: Trieste
Individual departure or extension of trip.
