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Bolzano Bike Experience
Südtirols Süden
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Bolzano BozenPhoto: IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Tobias Kaser, Südtirols Süden
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Must-sees include Sigmundskron/Firmiano Castle with the Messner Mountain Museum, the wine village of St. Magdalena, and Bolzano’s historic center. For a break, try one of the few cafés at Walther Square.
Südtirols Süden
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Wearing a helmet, using a roadworthy bike, and staying alert in traffic are important. Check weather and road conditions beforehand.Roadbook
From Walther Square, via Verdi Square and the Eisack/Isarco bike path to Kampill/Campiglio Bridge, continue to Kardaun/Cardano and back via Bolzano-Gries. Pass through Rentsch/Rencio and St. Magdalena to the Jenesien/San Genesio cable car, then to Grieser Square and along the Etsch/Adige bike path to Vilpian/Vilpiano. From there, return to Bolzano/Bozen, via country paths to Sigmundskron/Firmiano Castle and back to Waltherplatz.
Bus station
Bus station Bolzano
Bozen Bahnhof
Viewpoint Nachtigallensteig
S. Maddalena hill
Etsch
Oswaldpromenade
S. Maddalena hill
Monument to Peter Mayr
Limekiln in Andriano
Walther von der Vogelweide's statue
The tree of life: Between magic and a source of healing
Opuntia: Where on earth are the leaves?
Ivy and its fruits: greetings from the tropics
The robin, an early bird with protection against the cold
Cypresses shape the landscape’s character
Growth under pressure
“Wild men” from fiery times
Public transport
Auer is connected to Bolzano/Bozen by train, bus, and the Adige cycle path. Trains run frequently, and the cycle path is well-maintained.
Directions
Piazza Walther/Waltherplatz in Bolzano/Bozen is easily accessible by train, car, or by bicycle via the Etsch/Adige cycle path.Parking
Several parking garages are near Waltherplatz, such as Waltherplatz Parking and Bolzano/Bozen Center Parking. Checking fees and availability in advance is recommended.
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Equipment
A reliable bike, weather-appropriate clothing, and a small repair kit are recommended. A backpack with water, snacks, and a map is useful.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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