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St. Moritz to
Innsbruck
by Bike
7 Days from
Switzerland
to
Austria
Self-guided Cycling
Holiday
Explore this impressive and enchanting countryside, along breathtaking bike paths. These paths reveal the rugged charm of the region, and show evidence of an often-hard existence, dependent on the whims of Mother Nature. The bike trail follows the River Inn, beneath snow-covered alpine summits, to the Austrian border.
The Inn Bike Trail starts in
St. Moritz
, on to Scuol, then to
Innsbruck
. It meanders through breathtaking countryside, as the wide, high,
Engadine
Valley
changes into the large, forested terrain of the
Swiss
National Park
. The route then passes through the magnificent Engadine Villages, such as Zernez, Susch, Lavin, Guarda, Ftan and Scuol. These are situated between 1250 and 2800 m. above sea level. The area is known only to a few as an ideal place for summer holidays. It is also one of the centers of the Romansh language, culture and tradition.
Cycle on to the Finstermünz Gorge, where both the country and the scenery changes. The
Austrian
Province
of
Tyrol
welcomes cyclists with its warm hospitality. The tour ends in
Innsbruck
.
There is, quite simply, no place in the world that compares with
Innsbruck
. It is the only major city in the European Alps.
Innsbruck
offers a combination of culture, history and nature, unequalled anywhere else, an ideal place to end your ride!
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Easy to Moderate
FITNESS: Fairly easy tour for those already cycling as part of there fitness routine. There are some rolling hills on the bicycle route. This particular tour starts at a higher altitude and slowly meanders its way down. The average mileage per day is about 30-40 miles, with clients usually cycling about 3-4 hours a day.
Accommodation is on a Bed & Breakfast basis in hotels of 3-star standard. All rooms have en suite facilities. Lunches and dinners are not included in the tour cost.
However, picnic materials can be readily bought on weekdays in each of the towns and villages we stay at; packed lunches can also be provided by the hotels if requested the evening before. In addition, there are numerous inns and cafes along the way which serve lunches. In towns, there will be many choices for dinner.
If you have a breakdown which you are unable to repair yourself, you can call our emergency service for advice, and if need be, a replacement bike. You can contact our emergency mobile telephone any time.
Included in the tour cost, is a CYCLECRAFT 24-speed hybrid bicycle, with upright handlebars. These are fast and light bicycles with an aluminum frame. The Shimano Deore LX 24-gear system is extremely reliable, with the gearshift located directly on the handlebars. We provide you with an emergency repair kit, which includes a spare tube, a pump, a repair kit, as well as a water bottle with holder, a map holder, and a luggage rack with bungee cords. Helmets and saddlebags are not provided, but highly recommended.
ABOUT INDEPENDENT HOLIDAYS:
On an independent holiday you can explore
Switzerland
&
Austria
at liberty, cycling along quiet roads through changing scenery. These holidays offer all the pleasures of bicycling point to point, arriving at a new destination each day, without the hassle of carrying any luggage. Distances each day are moderate, allowing you to bike at your own pace and enjoy the countryside. Our detailed route notes, up-to-date maps and our own sketch maps, together with the official marker posts, will ensure that you can enjoy your cycle without worrying about finding the routes.
Day 1: Arrive
Zurich
Arrive on your own to our “Welcome Desk” in
Zurich
Airport
. Pick up final information packet along with hotel vouchers and train tickets for
St. Moritz
. Overnight
Day 2: St. Moritz–Zernez, 35 km.
Meeting point in St.Moritz at the train station, 11.00 a.m. Here your representative will greet you, hand out your bikes, and take care of your luggage. St. Moritz–La Punt–Zuoz– Zernez. Highlights: The valley of the upper Engadin and Zernez, the door to the
Swiss
National park
.
Day 3: Zernez–Scuol, 33 km.
Zernez–Lavin–Guarda–Ftan– Scuol. Highlights: Typical local villages; Scuol with the Spa bath «Bogn Engiadina».
Day 4: Scuol–Ried, 52 km.
Scuol–Martina–border crossing– Pfunds–Tösens–Ried. Highlights: The routing follows the
Inn
; Finstermünzer Gorge; town centers of Stuben and Pfunds/Tirol.
Day 5: Ried–Imst, 41 km.
Ried–Prutz–Landeck–Zams–Imst. Highlights: The Inn valley of the
Tirol
and Imst with the Imster Gorge.
Day 6: Imst–Innsbruck, 65 km.
Imst–Stams–Telfs–Inzing–Innsbruck. Highlights:
Karrer
Heights
; Convent in Stams.
Day 7:
Innsbruck
and travel home.
Highlight: The Olympic city
Innsbruck
with the «Goldenen Dacherl» and many other sights.
ACCESS:
Nearest Airport:
Zurich
First hotel:
St. Moritz
END OF TOUR:
Innsbruck
with train travel back to
Zurich
if required
ZURICH
TRANSFERS: There is a train station right in the airport. Trains for downtown
Zurich
depart approximately every ten minutes and the ride takes eleven minutes.
TRIP DETAILS
DATES: Saturdays from June to September
Please contact us for prices - we will be happy to provide you with this information.
BIKE RENTAL: Approx. CA$90
GRADE: Moderate
LENGTH: 7 days
INCLUDES: Accommodation, breakfast, luggage transfers, route notes
STARTS/ENDS:
St. Moritz
–
Innsbruck
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