The Ciclovia Alpe Adria Radweg is the most popular and evocative route in Europe. Morevore it has also won the 'Oscar of Cycloturism'. It is extended for 400 Km from Salzburg (Austria) to Grado (Italy). The route Alpe Adria crosses Austria, ending on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. There are, conventionally, 8 different stops. Find them out!
Mozartplatz is the perfect starting point for the Ciclovia Alpe Adria Radweg. Nearby the square flows, indeed, the river Salzach. Along the river, there is a cycle path linked directly to the cities of Hallein, Golling and Pfarwerffen. The route will lead you to Bischofshofen.
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This route has steep climbs in the middle of lawns and farms. Once in Bockstein, you'll need to take a train (OBB) that in 10 minutes will lead you to Mallnitz.
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This 3rd stop begins at Mallinitz's station. Here there's a way down the hill, along which you'll admire the alpine sourroundings.
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The trail continues along the railway and the motorway. Once you arrive in the surroundings of Villach, you will ride in a thick wood.
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At this point in the Ciclovia Alpe Adria, you will reach the last Austrian city (Thorl Marglern). Then you'll arrive to the Italian border.
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This trail was originally an old railway, then it was converted into a cycle path. Along the way, you can admire panoramic views of Val di Saisera. In the end, you will arrive to Venzone, passing old tunnels, historical villages, and abbeys.
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From Venzone you then reach Udine. You can choose between two different ways: one crossing Gemona, the other one, instead, continues on the right bank of river Tagliamento.
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The last route of Ciclovia Alpe Adria Radweg starts from Piazza Libertà in Udine. This path crosses different villages and cities, such as Aquileia. During the final tour of the route, you must swim in the Adriatic Sea to regenerate yourself at the end of this spectacular experience.
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For Cycletourism and Green-tourism lovers, Alpe Adria Radwg is unmissable. During this experience, you will collect lots of memories, share them with us!
Author: Francesca Palmitessa