Via Claudia Augusta II

Augsburg/Füssen - Lake Garda (Riva)

Itinerary

Route

Tour profile / Level 2

Mostly paved cycle paths and streets with less traffic. Partly on a gravelled surfaces. Comfortable use of the Via Claudia Augusta shuttle transfer over the 2 passes. The tour is suggested for children from 12 years on. (Enthusiastic and condition is required)

Route Augsburg – Riva del Garda (11 days)

Day 1: Augsburg
Individual arrival.

Day 2: Augsburg  Landsberg, approx. 50 km
The place name Augsburg derives from the Roman name of the town "Augusta Vindelicorum", which was founded in 15 B.C. under the rule of Emperor Augustus. Augsburg’s popularity however, was established with its role as a Fugger town. Therefore, a visit of the Fuggerei, which is the world’s oldest project for social housing still in use today, is a must. Schongau features a picturesque old town and almost completely preserved town wall. The stage to Landsberg is thought to be a comfy "run in" on almost flat terrain.

Day 3: Landsberg Region Schongau, approx. 40 km 
On the horizon you can already see the Alps but you get to enjoy the beauty of the region Pfaffenwinkel first. Schongau features a picturesque old town and almost completely preserved town walls.

Day 4: Region Schongau Füssen/Schwangau, approx. 40 km 
Having left the old town of Schongau the cycling path along River Lech takes you into the Tyrol. Before heading over the border from Germany to Austria the beautiful fairy tale-like Neuschwanstein castle awaits you.

Day 5: Füssen/Schwangau Imst, approx. 40 km (without transfer approx, 70 km)
Today the tour takes us from Füssen to Reutte. From there our transfer brings you across Fern Pass in a comfortable way. From Fernstein castle you cycle past Nassereith and through the picturesque Gurgltal Valley to Imst. A "beery" adventure awaits you at the microbrewery at Starkenberg castle.

Day 6: Imst Region Reschensee & Obervinschgau, approx. 55 km  (without transfer approx, 105 km)
After a hearty breakfast you cycle from Imst to Landeck. From there we take the shuttle up to Nauders. Soon afterwards you cross the border to Italy at Reschen pass and with it the main Alpine ridge. You cycle downwards towards Malles past Reschenstausee reservoir with the sunken church tower of Altgraun, one of the most famous photo motifs of Italy. Enjoy the first evening on South Tyrolean soil and enjoy strolling through the old alleyways of the town.

Day 7: Ferienregion Reschensee & Obervinschgau Merano, approx. 65 km
From the starting point of this enjoyable ride you ride down to the smallest city of the Alps, to Glorenza. The route leads from an altitude of more than 1,000 m down to the town of Merano that is located at an altitude of 350 m. Most of the route follows the course of River Adige, you pass by the marble town of Laas, then Naturns and then past the prominent castle of Kastelbell you reach the spa town of Merano. Enjoy an evening walk through town along the "Passer" promenade surrounded by subtropical flora.

Day 8: Merano – Castelfeder Region, approx. 50 km
There is plenty to see along this route: Niederlana’s famous Schnatterpeckaltar, the largest Gothic wing altar in the Alpine area, the highest church tower of the South Tyrol in Terlan and a great number of fortresses and ruins on both valley slopes. And - after the optional visit of Bolzano - you’ll have the wonderful opportunity to refresh your legs at Lake Caldaro.

Day 9: Castelfeder Region Trento, approx. 50 km
Today you cycle along River Adige that is lined by orchards until you get to Salorno. The German-speaking part of the South Tyrol ends here. The stage finishes in the town of Trento which features an old town worth seeing with historic buildings.

Day 10: Tento Riva del Garda, approx. 50 km 
The last stage leads past Rovereto and Mori to Lake Garda. After a brief ascent up Passo S. Giovanni (150 m) you can enjoy a fantastic view while riding downhill to the lake and Riva/Torbole.

Day 11: Riva del Garda
Individual departure or extended stay.

Route Füssen – Riva del Garda (8 days)

Day 1: Füssen
Individual arrival.

Day 2: Füssen – Imst, approx. 40 km (without transfer approx, 70 km)
Today the tour takes us from Füssen to Reutte. From there our transfer brings you across Fern Pass in a comfortable way. From Fernstein castle you cycle past Nassereith and through the picturesque Gurgltal Valley to Imst. A "beery" adventure awaits you at the microbrewery at Starkenberg castle.

Day 3: Imst Burgusio/Malles/St. Valentin, approx. 55 km (without transfer approx, 105 km)
After a hearty breakfast you cycle from Imst to Landeck. From there we take the shuttle up to Nauders. Soon afterwards you cross the border to Italy at Reschen pass and with it the main Alpine ridge. You cycle downwards towards Malles past Reschenstausee reservoir with the sunken church tower of Altgraun, one of the most famous photo motifs of Italy. Enjoy the first evening on South Tyrolean soil and enjoy strolling through the old alleyways of the town.

Day 4: Burgusio/Malles/St. Valentin Merano, approx. 65 km 
From the starting point of this enjoyable ride you ride down to the smallest city of the Alps, to Glorenza. The route leads from an altitude of more than 1,000 m down to the town of Merano that is located at an altitude of 350 m. Most of the route follows the course of River Adige, you pass by the marble town of Laas, then Naturns and then past the prominent castle of Kastelbell you reach the spa town of Merano. Enjoy an evening walk through town along the "Passer" promenade surrounded by subtropical flora.

Day 5: Merano  Castelfeder Region, approx. 50 km
There is plenty to see along this route: Niederlana’s famous Schnatterpeckaltar, the largest Gothic wing altar in the Alpine area, the highest church tower of the South Tyrol in Terlan and a great number of fortresses and ruins on both valley slopes. And - after the optional visit of Bolzano - you’ll have the wonderful opportunity to refresh your legs at Lake Caldaro.

Day 6: Castelfeder Region Trento, approx. 50 km
Today you cycle along River Adige that is lined by orchards until you get to Salorno. The German-speaking part of the South Tyrol ends here. The stage finishes in the town of Trento which features an old town worth seeing with historic buildings.

Day 7: Tento Riva del Garda, approx. 50 km 
The last stage leads past Rovereto and Mori to Lake Garda. After a brief ascent up Passo S. Giovanni (150 m) you can enjoy a fantastic view while riding downhill to the lake and Riva/Torbole.

Day 8: Riva del Garda
Individual departure or extended stay.

Services

  • 7/10 nights incl. shower/toilet

  • Daily breakfast

  • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel

  • Transfer across Fernpass

  • Transfer across Reschenpass

  • Tourist taxes in every destination

  • Maps and information material + cycling APP (we recommend bringing a power bank and phone holder for a smooth riding experience)

  • GPS data on request

Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Season / Period
Type
S1   01.05. - 14.05.25
Füssen - Lake Garda / 8 days
S2   15.05. - 14.06.25
Füssen - Lake Garda / 8 days
S2   15.06. - 14.07.25
Füssen - Lake Garda / 8 days
S3   15.07. - 15.08.25
Füssen - Lake Garda / 8 days
S3   16.08. - 25.09.25
Füssen - Lake Garda / 8 days
S1   01.05. - 14.05.25
Augsburg - Lake Garda / 11 days
S2   15.05. - 14.07.25
Augsburg - Lake Garda / 11 days
S3   15.07. - 25.09.25
Augsburg - Lake Garda / 11 days

Extras

Discounts 3rd bed (with 2 full payers)
Children up to 13,99 yrs -25%
This tour is recommended for children from 12 years up (cycling enthusiasm required)
   
Bikes & equipment
21-speed trekking bike 105
E-Bike 260
   
Additional nights
Augsburg (dbl/sgl) 88/125
Riva (dbl/sgl) 118/162
Füssen (dbl/sgl) 110/152
   
Transfer
To Augsburg (min. 2 people) Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday 230
To Füssen (min. 2 people) Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday 190

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
All prices per person in EUR

Accommodation

Hotel samples

You will stay in typical hotels at the 3-star-category


Augsburg: Biohotel Bayerischer Wirt
Landsberg am Lech: Hotel Endhart
Region Schongau: Hotel Rössle
Füssen: Hotel zum Hechten Schloßgasthof, Best Western Füssen
Imst: Hotel Hirschen
Region Reschensee & Obervinschgau: Hotel Stocker
Meran: Hotel Flora
Region Castelfeder: Biohotel Kaufmann Auer
Trient: Grandhotel Trento, Hotel America
Riva del Garda: Hotel San Marco, Ecotel Primavera, Hotel Campagnola


Note: Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

Bicycle

Bicycle incl. pannier

You have the possiblity to chose between the following bike types:

  • 21-speed-touringbike (men- or womenframe)
  • E-Bike

All touringbikes are equipped with a Shimo Alvia - derailleur gear, Shimano-V-brake, 28 zoll rim and a comfortable touringsaddle.


E-Bike | Electrical bikes | Pedelecs

The electro bike is equipped with a Shimano 8-speed system. You will use a 10 ampere battery for total enjoyment.

With an E-bike every bike tour is a breeze! If you had few opportunities to cycle over the last weeks or if you are not sure concerning your fitness, but also with physical disabilities, every bike ride is a treat! The shiftable, low noise electric drive of our modern electro bike relieves you of some of the work and increases the pedal force up to 3 times ... So you can now book a bike tour together with cyclists who have different fitness level. Acclivity can be handled easily.

Useful

Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airport: Munich (MUC)
MUC airport - Augsburg main station; duration approx.. 1h40; approx. € 30,- p.p.


Arrival by car

Parking: Direct parking at the hotel Bayerischer Wirt (Hotel sample), reservation required. A parking fee of € 5,- per day will be charged. If you will be booked in a different hotel we kindly ask you to contact us for a parking alternative. 

Arrival from Germany via highway A8 or via A3, A7 and B2.
Arrival from Austria via highway A1 and A8, or via A1 and A92.


Arrival by train

Train station: Augsburg
Train connections from Munich/Munich airport via: www.db.de (Federal German Railway)

Taxi from the train station to the hotel: approx. € 20,-


Transfers

From Riva del Garda to Augsburg (possible on Thuesday, Thursday  and Sunday) - See "Dates and Prices".

From Riva del Garda to Füssen (possible on Thuesday, Thursday and Sunday) - See "Dates and Prices".


Additional information

Please inform us about your mobile phone number at booking that we can contact you during the tour in case of a change in the schedule.

Videos

Travel stories

5,2 of 6 Stars | 4
Excellent trip! Balance of full long distance days with a couple of shorter days for some recovery ... J.K. 05/24
4,4 20.06.2024 | Paul S. VIA CLAUDIA AUGUSTA II

Title is good

Trip was good, more details in English is needed and maybe a personal introduction of what to expect in the trip.Also more description on wether road bikes are suitable. The courier was very good as at the second hotel he gave a lot of description of ...
  • Booking handling 6
  • Travel documents 3
  • Per-Tour information 2
  • Accomodation 6
  • Board 6
  • Luggage transport 6
  • Route description 3
  • On-site assistance 4
  • Route-character 4
  • Price-performance ratio 4
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5,8 23.05.2024 | Jim K. VIA CLAUDIA AUGUSTA II

Daughter and Father cycle the alps

Excellent trip! Balance of full long distance days with a couple of shorter days for some recovery
  • Overall satisfaction 6
  • Booking handling 6
  • Travel documents 6
  • Per-Tour information 6
  • Accomodation 6
  • Board 6
  • Luggage transport 6
  • Route description 6
  • On-site assistance 6
  • Route-character 5
  • Bicycle + equipment 5
  • Price-performance ratio 6
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5,8 19.09.2023 | Carlos A. VIA CLAUDIA AUGUSTA II

VIAGEM MARAVILHOSA

Nossa viagem foi excelente a organização da Rad & Reisen foi excelente, superou nossa expectativas, pretendemos fazer mais passeios com esta agencia.
  • Booking handling 6
  • Travel documents 6
  • Per-Tour information 6
  • Accomodation 6
  • Board 6
  • Luggage transport 6
  • Route description 6
  • On-site assistance 6
  • Route-character 6
  • Bicycle + equipment 6
  • Price-performance ratio 4
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4,8 06.10.2019 | Alan A. VIA CLAUDIA AUGUSTA II

Cycle through the alps from Bavaria to northern Italy.

The level of difficulty was easy, this ride was much easier than we expected or were advised of. We had electric bikes because we thought going through the alps would be hard, but it wasn't, managing this on non-electric bikes would not be difficult. ...
  • Overall satisfaction 5
  • Booking handling 6
  • Travel documents 3
  • Per-Tour information 5
  • Accomodation 5
  • Board 5
  • Luggage transport 6
  • Route description 5
  • On-site assistance 5
  • Route-character 5
  • Bicycle + equipment 5
  • Price-performance ratio 2
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