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Pedaling the Peaks: Road Bike Route to Cauria/Gfrill

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Racebiketour from Auer/Ora to Gfrill/Cauria – a scenic challenge with history, hills and breathtaking views.

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Distance 55.3 km

3:55 h

1,250 m

1,331 m

208 m

This demanding road bike tour takes you from Auer/Ora, Neumarkt/Egna or Salurn/Salorno up to the mountain hamlet of Gfrill/Cauria, perched above the Adige Valley. Covering approx. 52 km and 1,240 meters of elevation gain, the route combines steep climbs, cultural highlights and magnificent alpine views – perfect for well-trained riders seeking a true South Tyrolean challenge.

Author’s recommendation

Take time to explore Salurn/Salorno, known for its Renaissance and Baroque buildings and its historical ties to figures like Napoleon and Albrecht Dürer. In Gfrill/Cauria, enjoy the peace and incredible views – plus a traditional meal in one of the local inns, far from the tourist crowds.

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208 m

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Safety information

This is a demanding tour with steep climbs and technical sections. A helmet is a must. Be cautious in traffic, especially on narrow mountain roads. Bright clothing and a visible rear light are recommended.

Roadbook

Depending on your location, you can start in Auer/Ora, Neumarkt/Egna or Salurn/Salorno. From Auer/Ora, follow the Palainstreet onto the Adige Cycle Path heading south. From Neumarkt/Egna, take Bahnhofstraße to the same path. In Salurn/Salorno, pass through the historic centre before the climb begins. The road rises steeply toward Buchholz/Pochi (563 m) and continues through forests and farmland to Gfrill/Cauria at 1,330 m. The return follows the same route, with a detour before Salurn/Salorno toward Laag/Laghetti and back through apple orchards to the Adige path.

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Waterfall Salorno
Cascata - Wasserfall
Town Hall Salorno/Salurn
Haus Pichler (Tschurtschenthaler-Pichler inn)
Gschachnes (Braitohaus)
“Weißes Rössl” Inn
"Stielerhof"
"Alte Landstraße 13"
Abraham (present-day post office)
“zur Goldenen Krone” Inn
“Weißer Adler'' Inn
“Weißes Rössl” Inn
Abraham (present-day post office)
Villa Auerheim (Potschenhof)
Gasthof Rose

Public transport

Frequent regional trains and buses serve Auer/Ora, Neumarkt/Egna and Salurn/Salorno. Bikes are permitted with a valid bicycle ticket. With the Südtirols Süden Card, public transport is free (bike not included).

Directions

All three towns – Auer/Ora, Neumarkt/Egna and Salurn/Salorno – are accessible via the A22 motorway (exit Egna/Ora) or regional trains running between Bolzano/Bozen and Trento.

Parking

Public parking is available near the train stations and town centres. On weekends, early arrival is recommended.

Coordinates

46.347858, 11.298446

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46°20'52.3"N 11°17'54.4"E

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32T 676853 5135265

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Equipment

Recommended: a well-maintained road bike with climbing gears, helmet, repair kit, bottle, gloves, windbreaker, and optional GPS or printed map.

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Status

Open

Difficulty

difficult

Overall difficulty

difficult

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

55.3 km

Duration

3:55 h

Ascent

1,250 m

Descent

1,250 m

Highest point

1,331 m

Lowest point

208 m

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