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Bolzano - Bozen

From Bolzano to Merano along the Adige Valley cycle path

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Italy

South Tyrol

Bolzano - Bozen

From Bolzano to Merano along the Adige Valley cycle path

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4.7

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8,508

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From Bolzano to Merano along the Adige Valley cycle path

04:00

69.0km

260m

Cycling

Cycle from Bolzano to Merano on a path known for its gentle terrain and scenic views. This 42.9-mile (69.0 km) touring bicycle route, which takes about 4 hours, features a minimal elevation gain of 844 feet (257 metres), making it an easy to moderate ride suitable for many cyclists. You will pedal through lush apple orchards and vineyards, especially vibrant during blossom or harvest season, with panoramic mountain views framing the valley. The asphalted path follows the Adige River, passing charming South Tyrolean villages like Terlano and Vilpiano, and often offering glimpses of historical castles in the distance. Your journey concludes in Merano, a town known for its Mediterranean atmosphere and elegant promenades.

This route is predominantly flat and almost entirely paved, ensuring a smooth and relaxed experience. It is considered easy, making it highly recommended for families and leisure cyclists who want to enjoy the landscape without significant physical exertion. The path is well-maintained and clearly signed, making navigation straightforward. You will find numerous rest stops, cafes, and picnic areas along the way, providing convenient places to pause and refresh.

Part of the larger Adige Cycle Route and the historic Via Claudia Augusta, this trail is celebrated for its combination of ease, beautiful scenery, and excellent infrastructure. It is almost entirely traffic-free, ensuring a peaceful ride. A notable feature is the

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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364 m

Bozen / Bolzano

Highlight • Historical Site

Bolzano is the capital of South Tyrol. Located in a valley in the center of hills full of vineyards, it clearly reflects the place of meeting and exchange between different cultures. Museums, castles, flower-filled streets and squares: everything will fascinate you about this little pearl in the Alps.

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Adige Valley Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Splendid cycle path, paved like a motorway, which connects Bolzano and Merano. The route runs along the Adige and is full of splendid views and stopping points where you can take a break.

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5.28 km

View of Castel Firmiano

Highlight • Viewpoint

View of Sigmundskron Castle.
More information: schloss-sigmundskron.com

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10.6 km

Public Water Fountain

31.0 km

Public Water Fountain

31.1 km

Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens

Highlight • Natural Monument

I'm a gardener myself and absolutely blown away by this magical garden. It's absolutely immaculately maintained and full of experiences. It's divided into several themes. The castle itself is a tourism museum. You should allow yourself plenty of time for this top attraction.

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34.8 km

Merano Theatre

Highlight • Monument

The Stadttheater Meran is an architectural jewel in the heart of the city. It is located on Theaterplatz between Freiheitsstraße and Theaterbrücke, on a convenient location.

Rich in dainty decor, ornate ceiling, beautiful stucco work and gilded ornaments, the Stadttheater offers a charming ambience for theater, cabaret, concerts, readings, presentations, film screenings and conferences.

Salmon-colored velvet covers the seating in the parquet and in the boxes. Red and golden is also the stage curtain at the end of the performance. The orchestra pit, stage, parquet, boxes and gallery - everything has a manageable dimension with a total seating of 296 seats.
For a break you meet in the elegant foyer, on warm summer evenings the terrace opens, champagne glasses sound. Ideal conditions for a successful evening!
Source: kurhaus.it/de/stadttheater-meran/32-0.html

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69.0 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

60.9 km

5.13 km

2.88 km

141 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

60.3 km

6.88 km

760 m

578 m

404 m

160 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

26°C

17°C

85 %

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Comments

June 10, 2023,🇮🇹 Meran-Bozen-Meran, 10.06.23 - 10:34

A beautiful cycle path along the Adige. There are hardly any meters in altitude to overcome on the route from Meran to Bolzano. The cycle path is very well signposted up to the beginning of Bolzano. However, until you are in the beautiful old town, you have to look for the way or simply ask 😉

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June 10, 2023,🇮🇹 Meran - Bozen

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October 24, 2024,Da Bolzano a Merano lungo la ciclabile della Val d'Adige in BROMPTON

The entire route is on a bike path. Everywhere you look there are mountains. The river is always nearby. Vineyards, castles and lots of apples.

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July 28, 2024,Zum Eis essen nach Bozen gefahren

Great ice cream parlor, Mario. Lots of delicious ice cream for little money and super friendly.

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October 8, 2022,Merano - Bolzano

Along the Adige cycle path immersed in endless apple fields with a view of the Dolomite group of the Catinaccio on the horizon.
Beautiful Merano, Bolzano high level ... that is, very beautiful and interesting

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June 1, 2024,🇮🇹Von Meran nach Terlan inkl. Ausflug nach Bozen (Meran -> Venedig Tag 1)

After parking the car in Terlan, we first took the train to Merano and then, after exploring the old town, drove back to Terlan and checked into the hotel. We then drove to Bolzano for sightseeing and dinner and back. Both Merano and the old town of Bolzano were very beautiful 🙂

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September 4, 2023,Meran ↔️Bozen Via Claudia Augusta🚴🏻‍♀️.

A very good developed route. Easy to drive. When we arrived in Bolzano at the cathedral we went for an ice cream and walked through the old town. Then back to Merano. What is a bit unpleasant is that you constantly drive along a green fence that separates the tracks from the bike path. Nevertheless, the Claudia Augusta is a …

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May 30, 2025,7. Etappe Dorf Tirol - Bozen

From Tirolo, continue along the Etschtal cycle path to Sigmundskron Castle and Bolzano's Waltherplatz. Don't forget the Ötzi Museum!

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Bozen / Bolzano

Adige Valley Cycle Path

View of Castel Firmiano

Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens

Merano Theatre

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