Tips for bikers in Vinschgau
The Vinschgau Valley is a paradise for bikers. Here, from spring to autumn, not only mountain bikers but also e-bikers and racing cyclists get their money's worth.
If you spend your holidays in Vinschgau and if you love cycling, you will look forward to a large selection of beautiful bike tours and professional bike schools. In addition, there are great infrastructures regarding bike transport, shuttle services and bike rentals.
Bike transport in & along Vinschgau railway line
From 25 April 2024 to 27 October 2024, there is a separate bicycle transport by truck between Meran and Mals with daily departures at 9:16, 10:16, 15:16 and 16:16. The bikes can be handed in at the railway station of Meran, bus platform Z, 30 to 5 minutes before the departure time at the latest.
The bikes can be collected at the railway stations of Naturns, Latsch, Schlanders, Spondinig or Mals. For larger groups, advance booking of the bike transport service via +39 0473 201500 (8:00-18:00) is required. During the period with separate bicycle transport, it is not allowed to take bicycles on the train at the Meran, Algund and Marling stations from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00.
The Vinschgau railway line runs daily again on the entire route between Meran and Mals, but the partial closure in the evening hours remains in place:Due to construction work, the last three trains in the direction of Mals and the last two trains in the direction of Meran are cancelled. The buses (line B250) providing the substitute service will only serve the stops indicated in the timetable and cannot transport bikes.
As well, Vinschgau offers different private bike shuttles that can travel with a minimum number of persons to selected destinations. These private shuttles also offer an individual shuttle service.
Through Vinschgau by rental bike
With the combined ticket bikemobil Card, you can rent a bike for one day at numerous rental stations by Südtirol Rad, Papin Sport and Südtirolbike in the entire holiday region of South Tyrol: This allows you to combine a bike excursion and means of public transport perfectly in the warm months of the year.
Please note that most bike rentals are closed over lunchtime and that not all have identical opening hours.
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The bike path of Vinschgau passes near the lake of San Valentino alla Muta.
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Cycle path with lake view
Internet Consulting - Patrick KammerlanderSelected accommodations in Vinschgau
Garden Park Hotel
An oasis of tranquillity, surrounded by a well-tended garden and park, with fine cuisine, an extensive wellness area & varied activities.
Mein Matillhof
Joie de vivre and pleasures, relax and regeneration! Take your time for unforgettable holidays in the middle of fruit orchards & the South Tyrolean mountains.
Familienhotel Bella Vista
The famous ski racer Gustav Thöni accompanies you on hikes and on the slopes. Inviting rooms and suites, new heated outdoor pool & panoramic sauna. Excellent cuisine and wine tastings.
Piris Jagdhof - Dolce Vita Experience
Lovingly run Sport & Spa Hotel, over 3,000 m² garden & wellness area, varied activity programme, personal hospitality and culinary highlights.