Munich to Venice by Bike

Demanding. Stages from 50 to 65km (+ 3 stages of 80, 90 and 96km). No technical difficulty but it is preferable to have cycled for several consecutive days already, you need to be in good physical condition. There are good climbs and descents. The most difficult part (Brenner Pass) is done by train or bus. The 2 last stages go downhill all the way to the sea. Possibility to rent an e-bike to simplify this trip, in that case the trip becomes level 2 to 3. . This trip is available for children from 16 years old. The route profile is detailed on page 12.

Luggage transport is included. You only carry your day’s belongings, in a small bag or saddlebag, with the picnic and snacks. You will find your luggage at the hotel in the evening.

Booking possible from 2 people.

9 days / 8 nights / 7 days of cycling.

We also have a 12 days version of this trip. See our trip DEULV0005.

Independent tour, without guide. We provide you by email before departure the list of booked accommodations for you and all information to access and download the navigation app on smartphone in English.
We recommend downloading the app and specific route before your departure, by connecting to a Wi-Fi network. You can then contact us if you have difficulties.
A paper file (available in Italian, English or German) per room will be given to you at the first accommodation, including: the guide with maps, accommodation list and labels for your luggage transport.

Video briefing
A video briefing is planned at the start of your trip; you will find a QR code in the documents to view. During the video briefing, a member of the local team will explain your route and will be available for information or advice. Available in Italian, English or German.

Hotels mainly 3* and 4*. On the Italian section, between Longarone and Treviso, the hotel offer is more limited and the hotels we offer are simpler in comfort, equivalent to 2* to 3*. In a double room with private bathroom. Possibility to book a single room (with supplement).

More and more hotels refuse any classification, even establishments that were still classified a year or two ago. These establishments do not lose quality, far from it. If we indicate, for example, a comfort level “3* or equivalent”: this means that the establishment is not necessarily classified, but has comfort corresponding to that of a 3* hotel.

Our German and Austrian neighbors generally don’t know about “double beds” (a single large mattress) and rarely rooms with 2 twin beds. Generally, there is one bed base and two 90cm mattresses; each has their own individual duvet. Rooms for 3: this is usually an added bed; however, the rooms are generally large.

Hotel in Jenbach (non-contractual photo, subject to accommodation availability)

Hotel in Mühlbach (non-contractual photo, subject to availability)

Breakfasts included. For lunch: you can order your picnic from some accommodations or eat along the way in a traditional inn or restaurant. Please let us know at registration any food allergies or special diet; we will do our best to adapt your meals.

Day 1, in the afternoon at your Munich hotel.

In Venice / Mestre / Jesolo after breakfast.

Bike rental

Here are the bikes we offer for rental:

VTC TOP
Allows smoother and more efficient use with high-end components. Aluminum frame, Shimano Deore XT 10×3 gearbox. Weight 14kg (lighter than standard VTCs). Available in size S, M for unisex model and in size S, M, L and XL for male model.

E-bike (or equivalent)
Mid-frame, Bosch Performance Line motor, 8 speeds, maximum distance: approx. 100km (at average / constant speed). Possible sizes 43/46/51/56.

E-bike Unisex

Bike rental includes the following accessories:

• A saddle bag (1 per person) – except for MTBs
• A handlebar bag (1 per room)
• A rear bag (1 per bike)
• A repair kit (1 per room) with: pump, inner tube (28 '')
• A lock ( 1 per room)

Bike accessories

Wearing a bike helmet is not mandatory but strongly recommended for your safety.
If you don’t have one you can buy one on site (limited availability, must be ordered in advance, supplement € 25).
The helmet is mandatory in Austria and Italy for children up to 12 years old.

You are responsible for damage and theft when you rent a bike. You can add to your booking liability insurance for the rented bike. In this case, the organizer assumes full responsibility in case of theft or damage to the rented bike, provided that it is used in accordance with safety rules and in an appropriate manner, thus relieving the customer of any financial responsibility.
In case of theft, the customer must file a complaint with the competent authorities. Insurance coverage excludes loss of keys, batteries and chargers for e-bikes, as well as damage resulting from intentional acts or gross negligence.

Airplane

Flights are not included in the trip price but we can offer them to you on a scheduled airline, contact us. There are many low-cost or scheduled flights from/to Paris and regional cities.
Outbound: Munich airport.
Munich airport website: https://www.munich-airport.com/
Return: Venice Marco Polo or Treviso airport.
On request, we can arrange a transfer from the airport to the trip start point.
Venice airport website: http://www.veniceairport.it/
Treviso airport website: https://www.trevisoairport.it/

Train

There are trains Paris Gare de l’Est – Munich (1 change). The journey lasts between 05h40 and 08h00 depending on the train.
German railways website: https://www.bahn.de/buchung/start?intern=1#?BP=true
Austrian railways website: www.oebb.at
Italian railways website: http://www.trenitalia.com/tcom-fr

For the return from Venice to Munich by train with your own bikes: note, not all trains accept bike transport, this information must be verified on the website: https://int.bahn.de/en/faq/pk/service/travel-needs/travel-with-bicycle.

Car

From the north via motorway A9, from the south via Brenner motorway A22, towards Austria via E45 and in Germany via A8 towards Munich.
From Paris: approximately 8h30 drive
From Lyon: approximately 7h drive

You can leave your car in the hotel parking in Munich for the duration of the stay. Please let us know at registration if you want a parking space, payment is made directly on site. Car keys should be given to the hotel.

Munich public transport website: https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/en/
Venice public transport website: https://www.atvo.it/

Note: the access information above is provided for information purposes, subject to change (to be verified before your departure).

Parking your car

Hotel parking in Munich: paid parking available (to be paid directly to the hotel).

Or at the nearby Park&Ride parking subject to availability.

Return from Venice to Munich

By train: good connections from Venice/Mestre to Munich. Consult https://int.bahn.de/fr, www.oebb.at or www.trenitalia.com.

Or by private transfer on request: from 4 people, 350 € per person, plus 45 € per personal bike

A number of our trips lend themselves to swimming, during a stage or at the end of the day. It would be a shame not to take advantage of it. However, we emphasize that you are the sole judges of the appropriateness of a swim; these swims are therefore at your own risk and at your own risk and peril.

Member of Agir pour un Tourisme Responsable (ATR)

Since 2012, Grand Angle is a member of ATR, the reference association for more responsible tourism. We design our trips – on foot, by bike, in the snow – to invite everyone to discover the world differently: with curiosity, respect and kindness.

Present on the board since 2018, we actively contribute to evolving industry practices towards more meaning. Specifically, we ensure:

• Transparency in our practices and rates
• Respect for our partners and local populations
• Protection of the environment on each of our trips

We also share the values of the traveler’s ethical charter, which encourages everyone to adopt simple actions to protect the places visited and encourage beautiful encounters.

Travelife Partner

Since 2025, Grand Angle is recognized Travelife Partner, an international label that certifies our responsible practices in terms of environment, ethics and sustainable management, both within our company and with our partners and in the organization of our trips.

This label, second level of a demanding international certification, attests to our concrete actions in favor of responsible tourism. We actively continue our progress towards the higher level, Travelife Certified, in accordance with our sustainable development policy

In this section you will find links to products from our partner Alltricks, a French e-commerce site specializing in bike equipment.
For the bike

• A short or long cycling short depending on the season
• Cycling gloves
• A helmet
• Sunglasses (for sun, wind, insects)
• A windbreaker
• T-shirts or cycling jerseys
• A map holder on the handlebars
• A water bottle holder and water bottle
• Rear bags to carry your daily items and a lock; or a backpack with a small handlebar bag

Note: synthetic technical clothing is very effective. New merino wool clothing has also appeared; they are very effective and pleasant to wear, and have the advantage of not developing sweat odors. In general, avoid cotton, which becomes cold when wet.
Clothing

• A sweater or fleece
• Comfortable pants for walking
• Shorts
• A tracksuit or change of clothes
• A light cotton long-sleeved shirt
• A pair of sneakers for the evening
• Change of clothes and personal items
• Toiletry bag
• A swimming suit
• A mini first-aid kit: personal medications, Elastoplast, biogaze or “2nd skin”, gauze, disinfectant, arnica granules and aspirin in case of minor injuries…

For the midday picnic

• Your “kitchen” kit: bowl, box or plastic plate, cutlery (spoon, fork, knife).

Against sun and rain

• Sunscreen, hat, cap or sun hat (helmet)
• A rain cape or “Gore-Tex”

• If you don’t have bags on your bike, take a small comfortable backpack of 40 L with hip belt to carry your personal items and picnic during the day. If you have a rear rack, you can attach your bag to it with bungee cords. Rental bikes come with a bag where you can put your belongings. Still equip yourself with a small backpack; it allows you to easily carry your belongings when you go sightseeing along the way.
• A follower bag: a backpack, suitcase or travel bag in good condition.

Find advice in our article What to put in your bike bags for your cycling trip?

Countries: Germany, Austria, Italy
Capitals: Berlin, Vienna, Rome

Travellers, including minors, must have a national identity card or a passport (EU citizens).

Obtain the European Health Insurance Card, to be requested from your health insurance fund at least 15 days before departure. Health conditions are similar to those in France.

German National Tourism Office
Visit www.germany.travel/fr

Austrian National Tourism Office
Tel: 0800941921.
Visit www.austria.info/fr

Italian National Tourism Office
Phone number: 0142660366.
Visit www.italia.it/fr

Italy: 0039

Germany: 0049

Austria: 0043

To call France from abroad: 0033

German in Germany and Austria.
In the Dolomites: the region is often bilingual German-Italian.
In Venice, Italian and Venetian are spoken.

Euro

No time difference. GMT +1.

Bavaria (Germany)

• “The Great Guide to Germany”, Bibliothèque du Voyageur, Gallimard Editions.
• “Germany”, Living in the World collection, Sun Editions.
• “Blue Guide”, Austria and Germany, Hachette Editions.
• “Baroque Art”, by Yves Bottineau, Citadelles Editions (expensive).
• “Louis II of Bavaria”, by Jacques Bainville, Complexes Editions.
• “Louis II of Bavaria”, by Jean des Cars, Perrin Academic Library.
• “Bavaria”, by Hans F. Nôhbauer, Ziehen Verlag Editions.

Austria

• • “The Great Guide to Austria”, Bibliothèque du Voyageur, Gallimard Editions.
• • “Blue Guide”, Austria, Hachette Editions.
• • “Impression of Austria”, Pingin Edition.
• • “Austria”, Minerva Guide.

Italy

• “Blue Guide”, Italy, Hachette Editions.
• “My Dolomites”, Rheinold Messner.