Road bike holidays in Italy
Road cycling in Italy is pure dolce vita! Embark on an impressive hero's journey in the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites and inhale the sea air and joie de vivre on flat coastal roads. Italy is simply always worth a road bike tour! Here pasta & pizza meet Mediterranean atmosphere. Discover classics and the best-kept secrets on a road bike holiday in Italy.
Italy
From Alpine to Mediterranean, from the Alps to the Adriatic: road cycling in Italy appeals to all the senses. The bike-crazy country tastes like handmade pasta á la mama: al dente, flavourful, sun-ripened and full of amore! The laid-back lifestyle is infectious, the Mediterranean climate perfect, the hosts passionate, the cycling regions varied - from the rugged cliffs of northern Lake Garda to the flat coasts of Sardinia, from the gentle Alpine pastures of South Tyrol to the dramatic passes of the Dolomites. Tutto è possibile - everything is possible.
Emilia Romagna
Between the Adriatic coast and the Apennines: Emilia Romagna combines Italian road cycling pleasure with culture, cuisine and beaches.
- Il Cippo - on the trail of the pirate
- Longiano - Montiano Tour
- Sogliano Tour
Liguria
In Liguria, your road bike holiday will be a pleasure: coastal tours, alpine challenges and Mediterranean cuisine offer variety.
- Sea meets mountains
- Cycling all year round
- On the trail of Sanremo
Marche
Discover a real road bike insider tip in the Marche region - with little traffic, varied scenery & 100% longing for Italy.
- On the trail of the Giro d'Italia
- Culinary specialities
- Perfect climatic conditions
South Tyrol
Between Dolomite peaks & apple orchards: Your road bike holiday in South Tyrol combines mountain pass roads, enjoyment and a Mediterranean lifestyle.
- Stelvio Pass - legendary Alpine pass
- Sunny cycle paths through apple orchards
- Pass tour in the Dolomites
Tuscany
Tuscany is an iconic place of longing, a centre of pleasure and a dream destination for racing bikes.
- Characteristic landscape & fantastic routes
- Strade Bianche & Tuscan classics
- Culture, cuisine & historic towns
Trentino
Between the Alps and Lake Garda, Trentino is a paradise for racing cyclists: panoramic routes, mountain passes and Mediterranean lightness.
- Ascent to Monte Bondone
- Cycle tours along Lake Garda
- Experience stages of the Giro d'Italia live
Veneto
2 in 1 road bike holiday - in Veneto in northern Italy you combine alpine passes and the coast of the Italian Adriatic in one day.
- Sellaronda Bike Day
- Valparola Tour
- Marmolada Tour
Road cycling in Italy
Discover the most beautiful regions for road cycling in Italy! From spectacular climbs in the Dolomites to unforgettable panoramic routes by the sea. Find your favourite stretch of land in the Belpaese - for an enjoyable road bike holiday in Italy full of passion and variety.
Tramin combines a Mediterranean climate with road cycling tours to the Mendel Pass, through vineyards and along scenic South Tyrolean mountain roads.
Nauders – Lake Reschen is the starting point for legendary Alpine passes and challenging road cycling tours across three countries.
The Ligurian Riviera offers road cycling tours along the Mediterranean coast, on coastal roads and in the mountains, with a mild climate almost all year round.
Road cycling in Cortina combines legendary Dolomite passes, Giro history and dramatic high-mountain scenery.
South Tyrol’s South combines a Mediterranean climate with rides over the Mendel Pass, along the Wine Route and through the Adige Valley.
The Kronplatz Dolomites region links the Furkel Pass with legendary Dolomite passes and varied road cycling tours in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tuscany offers road cycling routes through rolling countryside, wine-growing regions and winding back roads, all in a mild climate.
The Three Peaks Dolomites offer road cycling routes to famous passes such as Monte Croce and Passo Cimabanche, set against an Alpine backdrop.
Alta Badia is situated in the Dolomites and offers road cycling routes over famous passes such as Gardena, Campolongo and Valparola.
Road cycling at Northern Lake Garda combines iconic Alpine climbs, Mediterranean lake views and Italian lifestyle.
Sterzing offers Alpine road cycling routes with climbs to the Jaufen Pass, Penser Joch and Brenner Pass in South Tyrol.
Road cycling holidays in Marche combine quiet hill roads, Adriatic views and demanding climbs in the Apennines.
The Adriatic coast offers road cycling routes between the sea and the hills, with a mild climate and a wide range of touring options.
Hotels for your road bike holiday in Italy
At our road bike hotels in Italy, you will feel the passion for road biking from the very first moment. Your hosts are enthusiastic road cyclists themselves and will impress you with extras that will make your road cycling holiday perfect - from secure bike storage to selected road bike offers.
Follow the Traminerhof road bike motto: Good Life. Cool Ride.
Your active retreat on Lake Levico - for racing bike and wellness holidays
Exclusive racing bike base in the first hills of Imperia.
High-performance hotel for racing cyclists: test, train, regenerate.
Start your road bike holiday with the experts in the sunny south of South…
Your home base for your road bike holiday in the Dolomites
Welcome to the base camp for road bike & triathlon expertise on Lake Garda
Cycling holiday with a sea view in Marco Pantani's homeland
Expertise, culinary delights & Dolomite passes - your bike base camp in…
Road bike hotel with history & top location: Your starting point directly…
Wellness, bike hire & tour variety: the base camp for road bikers
Elegance meets passion - road bike holidays in the Dolomites
Family cycling holiday between the sea and the Ligurian hinterland
Your road bike hotel right by the sea - with beach feeling & mountain…
Road bike base in Tuscany: bike service, enjoyment & Tuscan hills.
Road cycling holidays in Italy – from Alpine passes to la dolce vita
Italy is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for a road cycling holiday. From the legendary Dolomites to the rolling hills of Tuscany and the coastal roads of Liguria and the Adriatic, you can look forward to varied landscapes, breathtaking views and the true ‘dolce vita’. Whether it’s challenging Alpine passes, scenic circular routes or leisurely Mediterranean rides – every region captivates with its very own character.
Italy’s diversity makes every road cycling holiday unique. Discover regions with famous Giro d’Italia climbs, quiet back roads, a Mediterranean climate and a long tradition of cycling. Find the destination that suits your riding style, fitness level and personal holiday preferences – from an Alpine adventure to a relaxed coastal tour.
Which road cycling destination in Italy is right for you?
Every road cycling destination in Italy offers a different riding experience. South Tyrol and the Dolomites are renowned for their legendary mountain passes and spectacular elevation gains, whilst Trentino combines alpine challenges with a Mediterranean flair. Tuscany captivates with its rolling hills and iconic roads; Veneto with varied routes between the Dolomites and the Adriatic; Liguria with coastal panoramas; and the Marche or Emilia-Romagna with quiet roads between the sea and the Apennines.
On the individual regional pages, you’ll discover the unique features of each destination – from scenic highlights and typical route profiles to the ideal conditions for your road cycling holiday. From there, you can also find suitable road cycling hotels and selected tour suggestions for your chosen region.
