The first stage leads from Vipiteno through the beginning of the Valle Isarco/Eisacktal, descending to Fortezza/Franzensfeste and subsequently turning left and cycling through the Val Pusteria/Pustertal until reaching Brunico/Bruneck.


Directions
Starting point of the South Tyrolan Cycling Track is the city of Vipiteno/Sterzing. The track proceeds through the marvelous town and the “Sterzinger Moos” in southern direction, along fields and woods towards the majestic fortress of Fortezza/Franzensfeste. After passing the fortress turn east on the first road and follow the signposting of the cycling track in direction of the Val Pusteria/Pustertal. The route leads along the river Rienza/Rienz in eastern direction to the city center of Brunico/Bruneck.

Valley station of the cable car Monte Cavallo at Vipiteno/Sterzing

You can reach Vipiteno/Sterzing by train or bus. From the train station you take the “Citybus Vipiteno”, which will take you to the valley station of the cable car.

On the Brennero highway until you reach the exit “Vipiteno/Sterzing”, then follow the main road in direction of the Brennero. The valley station of the cable car is located next to the main road.