On World Bicycle Day, 3 June, Bressanone in South Tyrol celebrates cycling culture with 550 km of routes along Alpine trails and through local flavours.
Bressanone is a symbol of South Tyrolean cycling culture
In South Tyrol, the bicycle is not simply a means of transport. It is a common language, a form of everyday freedom and an authentic way of experiencing the region. Here, two wheels accompany residents and travellers along routes that wind through vineyards, historic villages and alpine landscapes, transforming every journey into a slow and immersive experience. Against this backdrop the town of Bressanone stands as one of the strongest symbols of South Tyrolean cycling culture. With its elegant medieval centre, arcades and intimate squares it is famous not only for the quality of the routes that surround it, but because cycling here comes naturally: public transport readily accommodates bikes, and many accommodation providers are equipped for those travelling on two wheels, offering secure storage, repair shops and dedicated services.
Scenic routes and trails for all levels
South Tyrol boasts around 550 kilometres of cycle paths connecting valleys and villages via scenic routes often carved out of disused railway lines, alongside rivers, through apple orchards and vineyards, with routes suitable for families and those seeking slow tourism, featuring stops, tastings and panoramic views. And for mountain bike enthusiasts the Plose offers more dynamic and spectacular scenery, while the Brixen Bikepark offers trails for every level, from smooth, accessible routes to technical descents for the most experienced riders.
ph credits: Brixen Tourismus - Hannes Engl The Südtirol Bike Festival:17 to 20 September
Bressanone will also be the centre of one of the most anticipated events of 2026: from 17 to 20 September, it will host the first edition of the Südtirol Bike Festival, an experience designed to bring together sport, culture, gastronomy and social gatherings. The Festival was conceived and planned to promote an open and accessible approach to cycling, without barriers of age or gender. From urban e-bike tours to high-altitude excursions to mountain huts and alpine pastures, every route invites you to slow down and observe the landscape with fresh eyes. And September, with the golden light enveloping the vineyards and the crisp mountain air, is probably the ideal time to explore this exciting region.
For information: www.brixen.org
