South Tyrol, with its many valleys and mountain passes, is the perfect setting for a great motorcycling adventure. With Riva di Tures as your starting point, a diverse area opens up, stretching from the Zillertal Alps deep into the Dolomites. Scenic mountain passes, full of bends and hairpin bends, wind their way through alpine landscapes – and Mediterranean destinations such as Lake Garda are just a day’s drive away.
This moderate day trip (approx. 200 km) takes you through the four Ladin valleys and over six legendary mountain passes around the Sella massif. A particular highlight is the unique Ladin culture along the route, as well as the panoramic views of Passo Sella and the Marmolada Glacier.
Tour description:
Valle Aurina – Brunico – Valdaora – Passo Furcia – Val Badia – San Vigilio – Longega – La Villa – Corvara – Passo di Campolongo – Arabba – Passo Pordoi – Passo Sella – Passo Gardena – Corvara – Passo di Campolongo – Arabba – Passo Falzarego – Passo di Valparola – Val Badia-La Villa – Longega – Val Pusteria – San Lorenzo – Brunico – Valle Aurina
A simple, leisurely tour (approx. 220 km) linking Val Pusteria, Val Badia, Val Gardena and Valle Isarco. The route is characterised by dense forests, wide meadows and gentle mountain passes such as the Passo delle Erbe at the foot of Monte Putia – ideal for relaxing and taking in the views.
Tour description:
Valle Aurina – Brunico – San Lorenzo – Val Badia – Longega – San Martin – Dolomites – Passo delle Erbe – Valle Isarco – Luson – Bressanone – Funes – Chiusa – Laion – Val Gardena – Ortisei – Selva di Val Gardena – Passo Gardena – Val Badia – La Villa – Val Pusteria – San Lorenzo – Brunico – Valle Aurina
At around 260 km, this is the longest route, which is also suitable for beginners. It leads to Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest high-altitude pasture, and to the Catinaccio massif. Highlights include the Val d’Ega gorge, Lago di Carezza and the spectacular alpenglow over the pale mountains.
Tour description:
Valle Aurina – Brunico – Valle Isarco – Bressanone – Chiusa – Bolzano – Val d'Ega – Ponte Nova – Nova Levante – Passo Costalunga – Passo Nigra – Sciliar – Tires – Fiè allo Sciliar – Siusi – Castelrotto – Passo Pinei – Val Gardena – Ortisei in Val Gardena – Selva di Val Gardena – Passo Gardena – Val Badia – Corvara – La Villa – Longega – Val Pusteria – San Lorenzo – Brunico – Valle Aurina
This moderately difficult panoramic tour (approx. 250 km) takes you straight to South Tyrol’s world-famous landmark. Alongside the emerald-green Lago di Misurina and Monte Cristallo, the (toll road) journey to the Three Peaks is the highlight of the trip, both in terms of the drive and the scenery.
Tip: Make sure you have sturdy shoes for a short walk to the viewpoint.
Tour description:
Valle Aurina – Brunico – Dobbiaco – Val di Landro – Carbonin – Misurina – Three Peaks – Misurina – Cortina – S. Vito di Cadore – Pieve di Cadore – Calalo – Santa Caterina – Passo Zovo – Parola – Passo Monte Croce – Sesto – San Candido – Dobbiaco – Brunico – Valle Aurina