In addition to hiking, cycling tours are also one of our favorite activities on vacation. So why not go on a cycling trip? But which of the many routes is the right one? A leisurely pace or ambitious altitude meters? Normal bike or e‑bike? A circular, long-distance or rally tour? We have summarized the most exciting options and their advantages and provide suitable tours to go with them. So there are no more doubts about your next adventure on two wheels!
1. e‑bike tours:
The demand for e‑bikes continues unabated — and for good reasons: On the one hand, electric bikes make it easier for beginner cyclists to get started and allow them to cover longer distances and altitudes without reaching their limits. On the other hand, e‑bikes also support advanced riders by providing the necessary energy reserve when things get more critical on sporty routes.
A special destination for e‑bike enthusiasts is the KAT Bike Trail in Austria. Here, mountain bikers can enjoy the impressive natural beauty of the Kitzbühel Alps even on the steeper sections—by relying on the e‑bike’s assistance. The multi-day route from Feuer und Eis Touristik’s “KAT Bike E‑NJOY” portfolio is especially suited for e‑mountain bikers with some basic technical riding skills and cyclists in good physical condition. Over five days, the route winds along picturesque trails between Mariastein and Fieberbrunn, offering prime views as it covers 160 kilometers and climbs over 3,700 meters through the Tyrolean mountains. The first three stages are mostly on gravel, forest, and paved roads; on the last two stages, single trails are available as an alternative, depending on your preference.
Tip: Be sure to plan a swim stop at the romantic Pillersee lake before heading to Fieberbrunn.
Click here for the tour: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/kat-bike-enjoy
Click here for the half-board option: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/kat-bike-enjoy-hp
2. bike tours on the water
Rivers are ideal companions for relaxed cycle tours and quickly provide much longed-for cooling, especially in summer. They also offer constantly changing, picturesque views of nature as well as great opportunities for short breaks. In addition to the calming and relaxing effect of water, rivers were and are important trade routes and have shaped cities and regions significantly. Numerous historical sites, impressive bridges, old mills and castles are waiting to be discovered on cycle tours along rivers.
If you want to be enchanted by the varied river landscapes, we recommend the “Isar Cycle Path: Classic” route. An ice-cold, turquoise wild river, the Isar starts at Scharnitz in the Bavarian Alps and then flows via Mittenwald to the cosmopolitan city of Munich and into the Danube. There are numerous sights and bathing lakes along the way — and the nearest beer garden is usually not far away either… In seven days, you cover around 270 kilometers on our cycle tour until you reach your destination. Perfect for cyclists who want to experience both culture and nature, or for anyone who doesn’t want to miss out on a cycling vacation in particularly hot summer months.
Click here for the tour: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/isar-radweg-klassik-tour
3. tourist bike tours
For those who also want to experience culture on an active vacation, touring bike tours are the right choice. Here, sightseeing is done for the development of the mind and spirit, while the body is also steeled. Perfect multitasking!
If you’re looking for the complete package—a Mediterranean climate, traditional villages, and picturesque landscapes—you’ll find it with Feuer und Eis Touristik’s “South Tyrol—Just Because” cycling tour. Known for its excellent regional delicacies and rich history, South Tyrol also boasts a well-developed network of bike paths. This eight-day loop tour covers 300 easy kilometers through particularly beautiful and varied landscapes—from the eastern Puster Valley and the Dolomites to the provincial capital of Bolzano and on to the legendary Lake Kaltern, the spa town of Merano, and the Vinschgau Valley. The Jaufen Pass is easily crossed by shuttle; from there, the route continues to Sterzing and back to the episcopal city of Brixen.
Tip: This tour can also be cycled by e‑bike for even more enjoyment.
Click here for the tour: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/suedtirol-einfach-so
4. star and round tours
If you like flexibility and variety, you will be a fan of star bike tours and circular bike tours. Both variants have the advantage that the starting point and destination are identical, which makes arrival and departure easier. The star-shaped variant in particular allows for maximum individuality, as a single accommodation serves as a base camp and the destinations for each trip can be chosen flexibly.
If you’re looking for a beautiful loop tour, we highly recommend the “Allgäu Cycling Loop: Classic” from Feuer und Eis Touristik. The Allgäu Cycling Loop is a 476-kilometer long-distance bike trail designed to let you enjoy cycling through the region while discovering its stories, notable figures, and diverse landscapes. Largely on paved roads, the route passes through six counties in Bavaria, as well as neighboring Baden-Württemberg and Tyrol. A true experience for anyone who enjoys discovering something new in familiar travel destinations. Two main routes—the Iller and Allgäu Bike Paths—ensure maximum flexibility on this route, offering a total of nine possible variations. This way, every cyclist can find the route that’s right for them. In addition, more than 50 train stations along the route ensure maximum flexibility, and a comprehensive network of e‑bike rental and charging stations rounds out the offering.
Note: This “Feuer und Eis” package can also be booked with a dog.
Click here for the tour: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/radrunde-allgaeu-klassik-tour
For anyone looking for a beautiful star bike tour, we recommend the “Dolomites Valley Cycle Route Star Tour”. Striking mountain backdrops such as the Three Peaks and the beautiful Dobbiaco Lake can be admired on this route, which runs along easy valley cycle paths at the foot of the Dolomites without having to climb many meters in altitude. The best thing is that a hotel in Alta Pusteria becomes the daily starting point, and every day a different route awaits to the most beautiful places in the region, for example to Sesto, Gies or along the former Dolomite railroad line to Cortina d’Ampezzo. Another leads along the Drau cycle path, a real classic, from Dobbiaco to Lienz in East Tyrol. The program leaves plenty of room for individual design and guarantees a good time for everyone, whether ambitious or pleasure-oriented.
More about the tour: https://www.feuer-eis-touristik.de/sternfahrt-talradwege-dolomiten
