The Alpe Adria cycle route links Salzburg in Austria with Grado in Italy: approximately 415 kilometres in eight stages. Crossing the main Alpine ridge involves a train journey through the Tauern tunnel to Mallnitz.
In Italy, the route from Tarvisio uses a former railway alignment through the Fella valley. It continues via Venzone and Udine; before Grado, riders can explore Palmanova and Aquileia’s Roman heritage. This creates a changing rhythm, with mountain scenery giving way to stops in towns.
Choose daily stages by distance and climbing, allowing time to explore. Before departure, check current diversions, train services and bicycle carriage arrangements, and plan your return journey.