Variety is key on this eight-day cycle tour through Veneto! You will not only encounter the lagoon landscape of Venice, but also the fertile fields and river landscape. You can even expect wide, white sandy beaches like in Chioggia/Sottomarina! In historic cities like Vicenza and Treviso, you mingle with the locals, and in between you have plenty of time to absorb the scenery. The wonderfully relaxed Italian way of life does the rest to ensure you enjoy cycling in Veneto.
Veneto in the north of Italy lies exactly between the Dolomites and the Adriatic Sea. You can imagine how varied a cycle tour in this region is! The Adriatic, rivers such as Adige and Sile, gentle Alpine foothills: the nature in Veneto spoils you with colourful views – and you are right in the middle of it all on your bike. For eight days, dive into north-eastern Italy with Eurobike. Thanks to the well-prepared route material, start your week on the bike well prepared!
Highlights
- City favourites in Veneto: In addition to the big names such as Venice, Vicenza or Bassano del Grappa, unknown but no less charming places like Sottomarina or Rovigo also await you.
- Venice - La Serenissima: With the 24-hour ticket (included), all public transport is available to explore the lagoon city. Don’t miss St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace or the Grand Canal!
- Grappa: You can look forward to a Grappa tasting twice on holiday. Once in its homeland, Bassano del Grappa, and once not far from St. Mark’s Square in Venice. Salute!
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrrival in Mestre
- Day 2: From Mestre to Chioggia (35km by bike)
- Day 3: From Chioggia to Abano Terme (55km by bike)
- Day 4: From Abano Terme to Vicenza (35km by bike)
- Day 5: From Vicenza to Bassano del Grappa (40km by bike)
- Day 6: From Bassano del Grappa to Treviso (55km by bike)
- Day 7: From Treviso to Mestre (45km by bike)
- Day 8: Departure or Extension
All distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way you may find temporary deviations/detours caused by roadwork. In this case, please follow the directions posted on site.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrrival in Mestre
Today, you will have the opportunity to visit the lagoon city of Venice, which is located only 20 minutes from your hotel and can easily be reached by public transportation.
Highlights:The day starts with a tour information meeting and bike fitting. Then you will cycle on the bike path over the Liberty Bridge to Venice. You will take the ferry to Lido and continue your bike journey via Pellestrina, with a marvelous view over the sea, to Chioggia, a quiet little town, reminiscent of the Venetian maritime supremacy which invites you to stay and enjoy yourself in one of its typical fish restaurants.
Day 3: From Chioggia to Abano Terme | 55 km
Highlights: Before you start the stage, you should take some more time to enjoy the flair of the Venetian lagoon. The main route today is the antique river course of Bacchiglione, once used by cargo ships, the so-called "burci". When you arrive in Abano Terme, the beautiful thermal water pools await you in the hotel.
Day 4: From Abano Terme to Vicenza | 35 km
Highlights: Again, the Bacchiglione is the guideline. Through fertile fields, it goes to Vicenza. The city, which the star architect of the Middle Ages, Palladio, helped to world fame. Numerous mansions and palaces based on his manuscript still characterize the cityscape today. The Teatro Olimpico and the Basilica are a must see for every visitor. Beautiful places also invite for a cappuccino break.
Day 5: From Vicenza to Bassano del Grappa | 40 km
Highlights: From Vicenza, you will ride your bike on nice roads to Marostica, famous for its castle and stone chess board in the main square. Now, you are not far from Bassano del Grappa anymore, with its covered wooden bridge and the famous brandy, grappa. In the Poli Grappa Museum a little Grappa tasting session is prepared for you.
Day 6: From Bassano del Grappa to Treviso | 55 km
Highlights: In the morning, you will cycle up some small hills after which only the climb to Asolo remains. The idyllic village of Roman origin invites you to take a first break. Then, the trail descends slightly and you will cycle into the region of the world famous Prosecco and further to Treviso with its many attractions.
Day 7: From Treviso to Mestre | 45 km
Highlights: First, the path leads along the river Sile to Casale. Now, you are already close to the starting point of your trip. Your accommodation is located on the mainland before Venice with an excellent bus connection to the lagoon city. At the end of your tour, not far from Marcus square, you can look forward to a little grappa tasting session.
Day 8: Departure or Extension
- Total Distance: 265km (164 miles)
- Daily Distance: 35-55km (21-34miles)
- Route information: You will cycle on a mostly flat route. There will be one steeper climb to Asolo. Most roads are paved; partly you will find yourself on well-prepared nature trails. The tour is not very physically demanding.
- This tour is available between March 30 and October 12
- Starts every Saturday
