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Wine Route

The descent from the Trauttmansdorff Throne Chair to Merano is a winding, serpentine route, especially popular with sporty cyclists. It leads through a picturesque landscape with views of the Merano region. The route offers varied switchbacks, ideal for a sporty yet scenic ride to Merano.

The Empress Maria Theresa Cycle Path follows the Adige River from Merano to Bolzano and is part of the well-known Adige Cycle Route. The route is largely flat and runs on well-maintained paths, making it ideal for leisurely cyclists. Along the way, you'll enjoy magnificent views of orchards, vineyards, and the surrounding mountains, while historic towns and small sights add variety. The cycle path is named after Maria Theresa of Austria, whose reforms in the 18th century left their mark on South Tyrol. Numerous refreshment stops and rest areas right by the river offer a relaxing break along the route. The path thus combines nature, cultural history, and cycling pleasure in a particularly pleasant way.

Nice tour and lots to see

Always straight ahead along the Adige with plenty of wind

A delight! You have to experience it.

The steps in the Adige River near Algund are an artificially constructed riverbed ramp used for hydraulic engineering and flood protection. The stepped structure slows the water's velocity, protecting the riverbed from erosion. At the same time, the steps help better control runoff during floods. Such structures not only contribute to technical safety but can also be designed with ecological benefits in mind – for example, as a fish-passable hiking aid. The Adige steps blend harmoniously into the landscape and offer an attractive view for cyclists on the Adige Valley Cycle Path. They are particularly visible from the path along the Via Claudia Augusta and represent a vivid example of modern river design in harmony with nature and technology.

Fast descent towards Merano