Tour tips for cycling enthusiasts

This tour circles the city of Bruneck, starting near the tennis hall. This loop provides an impressive overview of the city's location and also of the mountains of the Dolomites and Zillertal Alps. At 26 km, this is not a very long ride, but it requires a certain level of fitness to tackle the 725 metres of elevation gain.

Starting from Bruneck (tennis hall), the tour leads towards Olang and then ascends onto the ridge overlooking the city. You will be rewarded with a dreamlike view of the city, Kronplatz and the most famous mountains of the Dolomites.

Starting from the valley station of the gondola in Reischach, this tour leads over the wooded north slope to the Herzlalm, where you can stop for food and a drink. With a route length of just under 20 km and relatively few metres of elevation gain, this ride is also recommended for less experienced cyclists.

However, if you'd like an even more leisurely ride, we recommend the cycling paths from Bruneck to Sand in Taufers (15 km) and from Reischach through the Riedwald to Niederolang (8 km).

First, the route goes to Bruneck and then continues south, heading for the municipalities of St. Lorenzen, Kiens, and Vintl. After about 20 km, turn right into the forest.
The main attraction is not far now – the impressive, almost 50 m high waterfall sprays its droplets onto your face. Afterwards, a technically challenging climb to Terenten (1,250 m) awaits along forest paths.
Once there, numerous trails lead back to the starting point in Bruneck.

• Length: 55 km

• Duration: 4 hours

• Elevation gain: 1,000 m

• Terrain: 80 % forest path/trail, 20 % asphalt

Beautiful panoramic ride with trails to the valley floor.
Difficulty: medium-difficult

This ride leads to the 2,275 m-high number one skiing mountain – the Kronplatz. To truly make the most of the kilometres and the mountain panorama, it is best to first take a leisurely ride to the neighbouring village of Stefansdorf. A mountain road, which after a few bends turns into a beautiful forest track, brings you close to 2,000 m above sea level, to what is known as "Moosener Kaser." After a short break, continue cross-country for several kilometres and over root-covered trails below the Kronplatz summit. Now, only the final ascent to the high plateau remains, offering spectacular views over the Dolomites and the Puster Valley. The way back is easy to find, as each of the various trails or even the Herrensteig Downhill track flows back down into the valley.

• Length: 35 km

• Duration: 4 hours

• Elevation gain: 1,400 m

• Terrain: 90 % forest path/trail, 10 % asphalt

The Herrnsteig freeride trail, which is very close to our hotel, offers pure riding fun and is the heart of Kronplatz. Approximately 8 km long with an altitude difference of 1,300 metres, it challenges riders with jumps, berms and sections featuring a range of obstacles. Both experienced bikers and beginners will find it rewarding. You can reach the Kronplatz summit at 2,275 m either by bike (see previous tour description) or with the Kronplatz cable car in Reischach. The trails start directly at the mountain summit.

Examples of trails:

• Herrnsteig: 1,300 m descent, approx. 8 km, Kronplatz 2000 cable car, descent to Reischach

• Furcia: 500 m descent, approx. 3.5 km, Ruis cable car, descent to Furkel Pass

• Piz de Plaies: 350 m descent, approx. 2 km, Piz de Plaies cable car, descent to St. Vigil in Enneberg

• Olang 2: 201 m descent, approx. 1.6 km, Olang 1+2 cable car

• You can find all current trails at Kronplatz by clicking this link.

Don't have the right bike? No problem! Kronplatz Outdoor Center offers state-of-the-art and excellently maintained bikes. Appropriate protective gear is, of course, also included. The trained staff will provide you with all important information and tips about the bikes and trails.

Tour to Oberwielenbach: First, head downhill towards Bruneck and then continue along the cycle path into the Upper Puster Valley. Leave the path in Percha and cycle uphill via forest and mountain roads to Wielenberg and Platten (1,547 m). A delightful view over the Puster Valley and the natural spectacle of the Earth Pyramids will reward the metres climbed. The last ascent to Tesselberg, which leads through secluded forests, culminates in a magnificent single trail towards Gais. The way back to Reischach leads along the cycle path back to the hotel.

• Length: 38 km

• Duration: 4 hours

• Elevation gain: 990 m

• Terrain: 80 % forest path/trail, 20 % asphalt

First, follow the cycle path towards St. Georgen, where a challenging forest road leads up to the sunny Pfalzen plateau (1,022m). From there, proceed to Terenten, then turn right and continue along a mountain road that merges into a perfectly groomed forest path. The lower Pertinger Alm (1,850 m) offers a beautiful view over the Puster Valley. The continuing forest path leads to the high alm (2,060 m). You'll be rewarded by reaching a summit cross. The return journey via trails and forest roads will bring you past several points of interest, such as the Devil's Stone. The rest of the return trip to Reischach follows the initial route.

• Length: 50 km

• Duration: 4 hours

• Elevation gain: 1,300 m

• Terrain: 85 % forest path/trail, 15 % asphalt

Difficulty: easy, medium

First, head downhill towards Bruneck, then continue along the cycle path towards St. Georgen, where a challenging forest road leads up to the sunny Pfalzen plateau (1,022 m). From there, a quiet mountain road leads to the Berggasthof Kofler on the Kofl (1,487 m), located above Pfalzen. The 16 km covered and 650 m of elevation gain are rewarded with beautiful single trails back to Pfalzen or directly to St. Georgen. The return trip to Reischach follows the initial route back to Reischach.

• Length: 35 km

• Duration: 3 hours

• Elevation gain: 700 m

• Terrain: 75 % forest path/trail, 25 % asphalt

Difficulty: easy-medium

First, head downhill towards Bruneck, then continue via the cycling network towards the Tauferer Ahrntal, passing St. Georgen, Gais, and Uttenheim. You will then reach Sand in Taufers, about 20 km away. From there, the cycle path or the lightly trafficked road continues further into the upper Ahrntal. You will pass the two ski resorts of Speikboden and Klausberg, reaching Prettau, Kasern, and finally Heilig Geist at 1,620 m. The mountain range surrounding the small village is impressive. The 50 km and 750 m of elevation gain covered must now be cycled back to Bruneck and Reischach.

• Length: 100 km

• Duration: 5–6 hours

• Elevation gain: 1,000 m

• Terrain: 50 % forest path/trail, 50 % asphalt

Difficulty: medium

First, head to Bruneck and then continue towards St. Georgen. From there, a challenging forest path leads up to Pfalzen (1,022 m), which then continues over dirt roads and meadows to Hofern (1,120 m). Turn left directly into the forest there, where a technically safe red/white marked forest path leads over diverse terrain to St. Sigmund (786 m). Then take the cycle path to Ehrenburg and subsequently follow the well maintained forest path to St. Lorenzen. Once in St. Lorenzen, the ascent to Stephansdorf (957 m) begins, from where you can comfortably cycle back to Reischach.

• Length: 40 km

• Duration: 4 hours

• Elevation gain: 800 m

• Terrain: 80 % forest path/trail, 20 % asphalt

Difficulty: medium

Head downhill to nearby Bruneck. Along dirt roads and through cornfields, you will reach Luns, where the ascent to Amaten (1,003 m) and Tesselberg (1,485 m) begins. After approximately 15 km and 650 metres of elevation gain, the effort is well worthwhile due to the magnificent view into the Bruneck valley basin. From there, a beautiful 6.5 km trail leads through the forest to Gais (841 m).
The return journey to Bruneck is via the cycle path, which brings you back to Reischach after 15 km.

• Length: 35 km

• Duration: 3 hours

• Elevation gain: 750 m

• Terrain: 75 % forest path/trail, 25 % asphalt