Inn Cycle Path: St Moritz to Innsbruck

An artist, inspired by impressionism, would require weeks to capture the beauty of this tour. The sensory overload of magnificent panoramas in the charming Engadin villages like Zernez, Susch, and Lavin, the vast valleys of Upper Engadin, and the lush forests of the Swiss National Park would be overwhelming. Then, in a sudden shift, you find yourself in Tyrol—a place where conviviality reigns supreme. And your journey culminates in Innsbruck, a city that combines culture with its Olympic legacy, transforming the artist into a connoisseur.

Switzerland and Austria make for an exceptional partnership when it comes to panoramic cycling holidays. The bike route from St. Moritz to Innsbruck is a study in diversity, yet each day's stage seamlessly flows into the next. Over eight days, your path leads you from the sophisticated St. Moritz through the enchanting Engadine region to Innsbruck, renowned for its iconic Golden Roof.

Throughout the journey, you'll be treated to a delightful mix of mountain vistas, the serene beauty of the Swiss National Park's forests, and a rich cultural tapestry. And let's not forget the culinary delights! Engadine and Tyrol offer a mouthwatering array of choices, from the famous Engadine nut cake to Bündnerfleisch and Tiroler Gröstl, ensuring that your taste buds embark on their own delightful journey.

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Details about the cycling tour between St Moritz and Innsbruck

In St. Moritz, you'll discover exclusive boutiques and restaurants that promise a luxurious experience. As you follow the Inn River, you'll be treated to magnificent views and unspoiled natural beauty. Inhale the crisp mountain air of the Engadine before arriving in the charming old town of Innsbruck.

The panoramas you'll encounter along the Inn River during this eight-day cycling holiday between St. Moritz and Innsbruck are nothing short of breathtaking. From time to time, take a moment to pause and absorb the beauty around you, creating lasting memories to cherish. The cycle tour, which commences along the picturesque lake, is particularly idyllic, leading you to the source of the Inn River itself.

The highlights of the Inn Cycle Path cycling holiday at a glance

• Picturesque Engadine: The Engadine villages such as Zernez, Susch or Lavin seem to have sprung from an old homeland novel, as do the deep green forests and high valleys. Glamorous St. Moritz shines in its splendour

• Hospitable Tyrol: On the fifth day of your cycling holiday, you cross the border between Switzerland and Austria and immediately feel the Tyrolean hospitality

• Cycle paths along the source of the Inn: The river rises at the Maloja Pass in the Engadine and flows into the city of Passau. You don't go that far with the river, but you cycle along it a bit to Innsbruck

Things worth knowing about the bike tour from St. Moritz to Innsbruck

At the start of the tour, elegant flair and a tour of the surrounding lakes of St. Moritz await you. Day after day you cycle a little further towards the Tyrolean capital Innsbruck. The day stages are between 35 and 65 kilometres long and are mostly on beautiful cycling paths. Only two to three intermediate climbs are easily mastered with a little fitness.

This tour has been graded as Medium. Find out more about our cycling holiday difficulty levels.

Read a detailed day-by-day tour report of the St. Moritz to Innsbruck cycle tour on our Active on Holiday blog.

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