On two wheels through the Merano region

Cycling suggestions around Merano

Merano and the surrounding South Tyrol region are a true paradise for cyclists. Sunny valleys, idyllic cycle paths along the Adige River and challenging trails in the mountains offer ideal conditions for leisure cyclists, e-bikers and mountain bikers. From the Hotel Adria in Merano, you can set off directly on your tours and discover the region on two wheels – sporty, enjoyable and always with magnificent panoramic views.

Adige Cycle Path Val Venosta
From Mals to Merano
Adige Cycle Path Val Venosta
Cycling where orchards blossom, castles tower and the river leads the way: the Adige Cycle Path from Mals to Merano is one of South Tyrol's most popular cycle routes. And for good reason – it combines exercise with enjoyment, landscape with history and, above all, pure freedom with a touch of Italian light-heartedness.
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Mals (accessible via the Vinschger Bahn railway)
Length
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approx. 56 km
Difficulty
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Slightly downhill, family-friendly
Variation
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From Mals, another cycle path (20 km, +500 metres elevation gain) leads to the Reschen Pass with a view of the famous church tower in Lake Reschen. There are also bike rental shops here.
Refreshments & photo spots
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  • Glurns: South Tyrol's smallest town with completely preserved city walls – a must for a photo stop.
  • Prad am Stilfserjoch: Stop for refreshments at a typical village bakery or café.
  • Schlanders & Latsch: Ideal for a break among apple orchards.
  • Naturns: View of Juval Castle, home of Reinhold Messner.
Good to know
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  • Bicycles can be hired and returned flexibly along the route.
  • The tour is particularly beautiful in spring when the apple trees are in bloom and in autumn during harvest time.
  • It is also ideal for families, thanks to the gentle gradient with almost no inclines.

Cycling along the Passer
Passeiertal Cycle Path
Cycling along the Passer
Starting at the Hotel Adria, this family-friendly cycle path takes you along the Passer river for around 20 kilometres into the unspoilt Passeier Valley. Mediterranean Merano, alpine landscapes and cosy places to stop for refreshments make this tour a varied experience – ideal for connoisseurs and families.
Start
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Right next to the hotel.
Destination
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St. Leonhard in Passeier
Length
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approx. 20 km
Elevation gain
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approx. 370 m
Difficulty
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Easy – family-friendly, steady climb
Refreshments & photo spots
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  • Sissi Park Merano: The perfect starting point with views of palm trees and the Passer River.
  • St. Martin: Cafés and bakeries invite you to enjoy a typical South Tyrolean Marende.
  • San Leonardo: centro storico con il Museo Andreas Hofer – dove cultura e piacere si incontrano. Poi una deliziosa birra artigianale al Brückenwirt.
Good to know
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  • Tip: If you’re feeling tired after the journey there, no need to worry about the way back – it’s an easy downhill ride all the way to Merano without any effort
  • Particularly beautiful in spring (when the apple blossom reaches the Passeier Valley) and in autumn (golden forests and clear air).

Tour to the Stone men
A real classic for mountain bikers
Tour to the Stone men
The tour to the Stoanernen Mandln is a real classic for mountain bikers around Merano – not too difficult, but full of scenic highlights. It follows a long ridge through alpine meadows and forests, past striking viewpoints, until you finally reach the mysterious cairns.
Start
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Merano 2000 mountain station
Destination
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Stone Men (approx. 2,000 metres)
Length
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Approximately 25–30 kilometres (there and back, depending on the route)
Elevation gain
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approx. 800 m
Difficulty
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moderate – short climbs, mostly on alpine paths
Refreshments & photo spots
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  • Meraner Hut: Ideal for a break with South Tyrolean specialities.
  • Spieler: One of the most beautiful vantage points with views stretching as far as the Dolomites.
  • Stoanerne Mandln: A mystical place with unique views – a photo opportunity you won't forget.
Good to know
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  • The Stoanernen Mandln are shrouded in legend: it is said that witches once held their dances here.
  • Particularly beautiful in summer and early autumn, when the view is clear and the alpine meadows are in bloom.
  • Return alternatively via Vöraner Alm and Wurzer Alm. Afterwards, continue along the provincial road back to Hotel ADRIA.

 

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