The region

The Vinschgau: MTB terrain between the Ortler and the National Park.

Anyone who has cycled in the Vinschgau will understand why some people come back every year.

What makes the Vinschgau special

A valley between
Meran and Reschen,
sun, rock, trails.

The valley between Meran and Reschenpass is one of the driest Alpine valleys: little rainfall, plenty of sunshine, a long season.

In the background, the Ortler (3,905 m), South Tyrol’s highest mountain. Surrounding it, the Nationalpark Stilfserjoch. Right in the middle, Prad, the ideal starting point for everything in the PradBike programme.

MTB-Fahrer im Vinschgau mit Blick auf Prad und die Alpen
Three special features

Why cycle here,
and not elsewhere.

01

Dry conditions & a long season

Grippy trails from April to October. One of the driest Alpine valleys. Rarely muddy, almost always rideable.

3,000 m

Vertical drops like nowhere else

Descents of up to 3,000 metres on a single trail. The National Park and the High Alps make it possible.

S1–S4

Trails for everyone

The full spectrum, from flowing forest tracks to technical S4 sections. No restrictions on target groups.

Trail zones in detail

Four areas,
four distinct characters.

Mountainbiker auf technischem Singletrail über dem Vinschgauer Talkessel, schneebedeckte Alpen im Hintergrund Zone 01

Vinschgau & Sonnenberg

Sunny, dry and incredibly varied: trails of all difficulty levels, from flowing to technical. A dense network, short distances and ideal conditions for long days on the bike make the region the perfect base almost all year round.
Drei Biker auf alpinem Hochplateau im Engadin, Val Müstair Zone 02

Engadin & Val Müstair

Legendary Schmugglertrails trails wind through vast landscapes around the Swiss National Park and the Val Müstair Biosphere Reserve. Long descents of varying difficulty combine nature, Romansh culture and a special, unspoilt atmosphere.
Biker auf hochalpinem Trail vor vergletscherten Gipfeln, Nationalpark Stilfserjoch Zone 03

Nationalpark Stilfserjoch & Summit World

High-alpine summit tours with spectacular views and descents of up to 3,000 metres. Challenging trails and secluded landscapes create intense cycling experiences for experienced riders seeking alpine challenges.
Biker auf historischem Steinpfad in Alta Rezia und Livigno Zone 04

Alta Rezia & Livigno

High alpine valleys, historic military trails and silent reminders of times gone by characterise the region. Ancient paths lead through vast landscapes to lakes with extraordinary colours, such as Lago di Cancano – unspoilt, steeped in history and impressively tranquil.
Practical information

What you should know
before you come.

01 — Season

1 April – 31 October

Every month has its charm, with ideal conditions almost all year round. April and October are quieter and particularly relaxing for cycling.

02 — Getting here

Train or car

Vinschgau Railway (Meran–Mals) or Reschen road (B180). Car parks in the sports zone.

03 — Altitude

900 m to 3,000+ m

Prad at 900 m, tours up to 3,000+ m. Make sure you have sun protection, cold-weather gear and plenty of food.

04 — Bike hire

Not available here

We do not rent out bikes ourselves. Recommendations for local rental shops available on request.

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Curious about the trails?
Take a look at the programme.

You now know the trail zones. You’ll find the specific tours in the weekly programme.

To the weekly programme All 48 tours