Cycle Tour from Dolomites to Venice

Your journey begins on the Toblacher Feld at the highest point of the Hochpustertal valley. Here you are greeted by a breathtaking panorama. Lush green meadows and a phenomenal view of the striking Dolomite peaks make the start of the tour something very special. The small winter sports resort of Toblach also has plenty to offer in summer.

You cycle south along the former Dolomite Railway through the Höhlenstein Valley and past Lake Toblach. Again and again, you are treated to magnificent views of the Three Peaks. In Gemärk you have not only reached the pass, but also the border with Veneto. From now on, it's a brisk ride to Cortina, a Ladin municipality, Olympic town in 1956 and the setting for a James Bond film.

This cycle stage belongs to the Cadore, a valley landscape framed by the Dolomites, which belonged to the Republic of Venice in the Middle Ages and then for a long time to the Habsburg Empire. The route of the former Dolomite Railway makes cycling pleasantly easy.

In the shade of the deciduous forest avenues, you cycle through the hilly landscape of Belluno past Cesiomaggiore, picturesquely situated at the foot of the Dolomites. Here you can make a stopover and visit the Museo di Bicicletta, which documents the development of the bicycle. Continue through the fertile countryside to Feltre, a Renaissance town with a small university and typical Mediterranean houses.

Shortly after Feltre, you pass the picturesque Lago di Corlo. You can take a dip in the water, which is up to 25° C warm, before cycling out of the enchanting Alpine landscape. After a brisk descent, you reach the Brenta Valley, where the river of the same name takes you to Bassano del Grappa. The town is famous for its excellent schnapps. However, the neighboring mountain Monte Grappa gave it its name.

Backed by the breathtaking Alpine scenery, you cycle through the Po Valley. Along the way, you can admire many magnificent villas by the Italian master builder Palladio. The historic town of Asolo was the residence of the last Lusignan queen of Cyprus. Then you reach Treviso, also known as the city of water because of its countless canals. Numerous Italian fashion production sites are located here.

The sea is now not far away. You cycle along the quietly flowing River Sile to Casale, a small town with some villas worth seeing. Passing a romantic boat cemetery in an extensive nature reserve, you soon reach the lagoon of Venice and the district of Mestre, the destination of your trip. From here, you can easily and quickly reach the Venetian old town in the evening.

After breakfast, your cycle tour from the Dolomites to Venice comes to an end. You start your individual return journey home. We are also happy to extend your vacation in Venice-Mestre.