Vienna to Trieste: Imperial City to the Adriatic Sea

The cycle tour from Vienna to Trieste connects 5 cities that are closely linked by their great common history. As former parts of the Habsburg monarchy, Vienna, Graz, Maribor, Ljubljana and Trieste share a rich cultural heritage that comes to life on this route. Discover the imperial splendor of Vienna and the varied landscapes of Austria.

Experience green, unspoiled Slovenia, which acts as a bridge between Central Europe and the Mediterranean. Breathe in the Mediterranean air and enjoy the Mediterranean flair in Italy's coastal city of Trieste, once the most important port of the Habsburg monarchy. You will not only get to know the history, but also the shared culture and way of life up close on the bike. Every landscape, every region and every city is part of this lifestyle and contributes to a harmonious overall picture of the rich shared past, which can be felt with every pedal stroke.

The route is hilly and includes some challenging climbs. Half of the tour is covered on bike paths that are separated from road traffic. Otherwise, the bike path runs on country roads, secondary roads or forest roads. Increased traffic is to be expected in towns and cities.