Salzburg-Triest Alpe-Adria Cycle Path 2027 - To the sea on two wheels in Spring
The Alpe-Adria Cycle Path connects Salzburg with Grado on the Italian Adriatic coast, passing through breathtaking Alpine landscapes, idyllic valleys and historic towns. The route runs mainly along well-maintained cycle paths and quiet side roads, offering an unforgettable cycling experience from the Alps to the sea. Highlights include the Salzach Valley, Bad Gastein, the Hohe Tauern mountains, the sunny Drau Valley and the wild and romantic Canal Valley. In Italy, the route continues via Palmanova and Aquileia to the lagoon of Grado. More challenging sections can be shortened by train if needed..
Please note: The Tauernschleuse will be closed until July 2027.
This tour from Salzburg to Triest is available to book until 10 July 2027.
Would you like to travel in summer or autumn? Our second ‘Salzburg–Triest’ tour is available to book from 14 July 2027.
After your inquiry you will immediately receive an e-mail message. If not, we kindly ask you to call us (0043 (0)732 / 72 77 - 227).
- 8 nights in 4- and 3-star hotels for your cycling holiday in Austria and Italy
- daily rich breakfast
- video briefing
- luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 piece of luggage per person, max. 20 kg)
- bus transfer Schwarzach-Spittal an der Drau incl. bike
- digital information material, navigation-app and GPS data
- service hotline also at the weekend
Additional costs:
All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1,00 to 3,00 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.
Day 1 - Individual arrival in Salzburg
Individual arrival in Salzburg – the perfect start to your cycling trip. A bike holiday could hardly begin more impressively than in the Mozart city of Salzburg: baroque highlights follow one another, and the charming old town invites you to explore. Treat yourself to a few authentic Mozartkugeln at the start – a sweet snack that will accompany you in style on your journey all the way to the sea.
Example of hotel: Hotel Plaza inn Salzburg Messe in SalzburgDay 2 - From Salzburg to St. Bischofshofen/St. Johann, approx. 60 km
Start your cycling tour along the Salzach with views of Hohensalzburg Fortress. Pass by Hellbrunn Palace with its famous water features, then continue along the Tauern Cycle Path toward Hallein, renowned for its “white gold” – salt. Another highlight is the impressive Golling Waterfall, perfect for a short stop along the route.
Example of hotel: Hotel Stöcklwirt in St. JohannDay 3 - From Bischofshofen/St. Johann to Villach, approx. 40 km + transfer
Today's stage initially takes you towards Schwarzach. From there, a shuttle bus will take you to Spittal an der Drau. You will then continue your cycling tour, enjoying a scenic ride along the idyllic Drau Cycle Path to Villach.
Example of hotel: Hotel Goldenes Lamm in VillachDay 4 - From Villach to Tarvisio/Camporosso, approx. 40 km
From Villach, you cycle through the idyllic landscapes of Carinthia towards the Italian border. In Tarvisio, a lively border town at the meeting point of Austria, Italy and Slovenia, different cultures and linguistic traditions come together. You then continue through the impressive mountain scenery of the Friulian Alps, passing extensive forests and unspoilt natural landscapes. If you wish to shorten the route, individual sections can easily be covered by train (train tickets are not included in the price).
Example of hotel: Hotel Haberl in TarvisioDay 5 - From Tarvisio/Camporosso to Venzone/surroundings, approx. 55km
Surrounded by the green valleys and dense forests of the Friulian Alps, today's stage takes you from Tarvisio through the scenic Canal Valley. This traditional holiday resort, located near the borders of Austria and Slovenia, is known for its alpine atmosphere and wide range of leisure activities. Following well-maintained paths, you cycle through breathtaking mountain scenery, passing pristine forests and idyllic natural landscapes.
Example of hotel: Hotel Alma Living in VenzoneDay 6 - From Venzone/surroundings to Udine, approx. 55 km
From Gemona del Friuli to Udine – a journey of culture and wine. Historic Gemona del Friuli impresses with its majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Along the route, vineyards line the way and invite you to enjoy small tastings. In Udine, you are welcomed by Venetian architecture, quiet squares, and striking Gothic and Renaissance buildings.
Example of hotel: Hotel San Giorgio in UdineDay 7 - From Udine to Grado, approx. 60 km
With the Sirocco breeze at your back, you cycle past reed landscapes and canals on your way to Grado.The historic fishing town of Grado is one of the most popular seaside resorts on the Adriatic. Along the way, the UNESCO World Heritage town of Palmanova and the extensive archaeological site of ancient Aquileia invite you to stop and explore.
Example of hotel: Hotel Diana in GradoDay 8 - From Grado to Triest, approx. 70 km or 40 km + train ride (ticket not included)
Experience the rugged Karst on your cycling tour toward the Adriatic Sea. Follow the stunning coastline and visit the magnificent Miramare Castle before arriving in the historic port city of Trieste. From Monfalcone, the stage can be shortened by train (ticket not included).
Example of hotel: NH Hotel Triest in TriestDay 9 - Individual departure or extra nights
Hotel note: We make every effort to book the hotels mentioned by name. However, if one is not available, we will switch to an equivalent company.
Parking facilities
We recommend the public parking lot at the Messezentrum (convention centre) or at the train station in Salzburg.
Note for people with limited mobility
The cycle tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. However, in specific cases it is possible to accommodate individual customer requests (e.g. barrier-free room).
Passport and visa requirements
To check in to your hotel you will need a valid passport or ID card.
For citizens of countries outside the Schengen area other regulations may apply. You are responsible for obtaining any visa you may require in good time.
Terms and Conditions of Payment:
The deposit of 10% of the tour price is due at the latest 14 days after receipt of the booking confirmation. The balance must be paid 14 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
According to our General Terms and Conditions, the customer may withdraw from the contract at any time in writing. In the event of cancellation or non-commencement of travel, the following cancellation fees will become payable:
20% of the tour price up to 28 days before arrival date
30% of the tour price from 27th to 14th day before arrival date
50% of the tour price from 13th to 8th day before arrival date
70% of the tour price from 7th to 4th day before arrival date
95% of the tour price from the 3rd day until the 1st day before the start of the tour
100% of the tour price for no-show (day of arrival) and cancellation of the already started trip
If the customer makes changes of the date of travel up to 28 days before departure, we will charge a processing fee of € 75,00 per booking. After this date, the cancellation policy will apply. Such changes to a booking may only be made in individual cases and if possible; the customer has no right to any changes.
Our detailed Terms and Conditions of Business can be viewed on our website at https://www.radurlaub.com/en/home.html; upon request, will also send them to you by e-mail.
In case of a booking your announced data will be only used from OÖ Touristik GmbH for the process of bookings and related transactions and will be passed on only in the context of the contractual relationship to third parties. (for example, tourist service providers, sights, passenger transport, processors). The detailled Privacy Notice you will find on www.radurlaub.com/en/privacynotice.html
Standard information
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
This ensures that you will benefit from all EU rights applicable to packages. Company OÖ Touristik GmbH will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, the company OÖ Touristik GmbH has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302 https://www.radurlaub.com/en/reisebedingungen.html.
Financial cover for customers
The tour operator OÖ Touristik GmbH, Freistädter Str. 119, 4041 Linz has completed a bankruptcy insurance with Raiffeisen Landesbank Oberösterreich AG, Europaplatz 1a, 4020 Linz. The liquidator is the Europäische Reiseversicherung AG, Kratochwjlestraße 4, 1220 Wien, Email: info@europaeische.at, 24-hour emergency number: +43 1 3172500.
Travelers have to contact the liquidator within 8 weeks if they are denied claims due to the insolvency of OÖ Touristik GmbH. Details on the business license of OÖ Touristik GmbH can be found on the website https://www.gisa.gv.at/abfrage under the GISA number 14930096.
Parking facilities
We recommend the public parking lot at the Messezentrum (convention centre) or at the train station in Salzburg.
Arrival: 05.05.2027 - 10.07.2027
every Wednesday to Saturday
special dates possible on request for more than 6 people
Arrival: 05.05.2027 - 10.07.2027
Saving tips
valid on basic rate
Ladies trekking bike 21-speed
- model: KTM touring bike
- bicycle frame: Aluminium-frame
- gears: Shimano 21-speed-derailleur gears, free wheel
- brakes: Shimano V-Brake
- tyres: 28“
- saddle: Selle Royal Comfort
- saddle holder: 27,2 mm
€ 139,00 per person and stay
Men's trekking bike 21-speed
- model: KTM touring bike
- bicycle frame: Aluminium-frame
- gears: Shimano 21-speed-derailleur gears, free wheel
- brakes: Shimano V-Brake
- tyres: 28“
- saddle: Selle Royal Comfort
- saddle holder: 27,2 mm
€ 139,00 per person and stay
E-Bike
- KTM MACINA EIGHT US
- Rahmen: Macina Trekking Aluminiumrahmen, mit tiefem Einstieg
- Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX 25 km/h
- Batterie: Bosch PowerPack 13.4 Ah = 500Wh
- Schaltung: 8-Gang-Schaltung
- Bremsen: 2 Felgenbremsen
- Reifen: Schwalbe Energizer plus 28''
- Leistung: bis zu 150 km (bei mittlerer/konstanter Geschwindigkeit)
- Sattel: Royal Sattel
€ 299,00 per person and stay