Gravel bike holidays in Europe
Gravel, mountains, freedom - experience the pure essence of gravel biking in Austria, Italy, Slovenia and Germany! Whether flowing gravel tracks, lonely mountain passes or picturesque lake routes - you'll find your perfect bike adventure here. Discover spectacular gravel regions, epic tours and bike-friendly accommodation that shares your passion. Saddle up and immerse yourself in the ultimate mix of nature, action and enjoyment!
Where should your gravel adventure take you?
From the endless gravel roads of the Alps to hidden mountain lakes and vibrant cities - discover the most beautiful gravel spots and find your next dream route!
Austria
Austria captivates visitors with its extraordinary variety of landscapes and routes. Gravel cyclists can look forward to scenic gravel tracks through alpine mountain ranges, rolling hills, sweeping valleys and idyllic lakeside and natural areas. This combination of outdoor experiences, diversity and breathtaking panoramas makes Austria an attractive gravel cycling destination.
Carinthia
Gravel biking in Austria's southernmost and sunniest province! On a gravel bike holiday in Carinthia, you'll ride between mountains & lakes.
- Mountains, lakes & river tour: 2-day gravel tour through the NOCKBIKE Area
- Lake Millstättersee & the natural wonder of Lake Egelsee
- Gravelbike & Lost Places Wörthersee T8 / Faaker See Hinterland
Lower Austria
Gravel biking in Lower Austria: explore varied gravel paths through vineyards, river valleys and the foothills of the Alps!
- Hill mania in the land of 1,000 hills
- Hundertwasser tour through the upper Kamptal
- Gravel&Culinary delights with the Wirtshauskultur hosts
SalzburgerLand
With two new gravel bike tours through the whole of SalzburgerLand. Wide tyres, wider perspectives is the motto!
- The soft and the hard: multi-day tours through SalzburgerLand
- Gravelling in Austria's largest bike region
- Gravel Austria Route
Tyrol
Discover tranquil valleys and rugged peaks on a gravel bike holiday in Tyrol. Here you gravel between contrasts!
- Brixental Valley cycle path: 21 km through the idyllic valley
- Gravel.Tirol: Austria's largest gravel region
- Gravelling in the AT-IT-CH border triangle
Vorarlberg
Experience alpine trails, idyllic valleys & boundless gravel paths between Lake Constance and the Arlberg while gravel biking in Vorarlberg.
- Into the wold - off to the iconic gravel bike & enjoyment festival
- Lake Constance gravel tour - lake panorama and gentle climbs
- Bregenzerwald trails - flowing gravel paths
Italy
Italy boasts alpine mountain landscapes, Mediterranean coastal regions and historic cultural landscapes, as well as some of Europe’s most renowned gravel biking areas. Every region has its own distinctive features, offering a fresh perspective on the country.
Emilia Romagna
A gravel bike trip to the sea: those who explore Emilia Romagna on a gravel bike embark on a Mediterranean journey of pleasure.
- From the sea to the hinterland by gravel bike
- Historic gravel routes past castles and rivers steeped in history
- Gravelling between art, culture & culinary delights
Marche
Medieval towns, rolling hills, steep cliffs: Le Marche is Italy's most beautiful gravel playground.
- Discover the Strada Bianche of the Marche
- Gravel biking between coastal roads & hinterland
- Gravel bike tours around Monte Conero
South Tyrol
From alpine trails to Mediterranean gravel paths - South Tyrol combines the best of both worlds and offers perfect conditions for gravel bikers!
- Dolomites gravel - spectacular tours
- Vinschgau gravel paths - flowing routes
- South Tyrolean passes & mountain pastures
Tuscany
Tuscany is a gravel hotspot full of enjoyment, history, UNESCO panoramas and varied trails.
- Strade Bianche & iconic Eroica routes with Chianti, Crete Senesi & Val d'Orcia
- Tuscany Trail: the biggest bikepacking event in Europe
- Gravel, culture & culinary delights - UNESCO cities & wine tastings included
Trentino
Explore Trentino on a gravel bike: gravel trails in unique natural surroundings between the Dolomites, Lake Garda & Alpine passes.
- Gravel biking in the panorama of the Dolomites and the Lagorai mountains
- Mediterranean flair on Lake Garda
- Enjoyable tours through the vineyards & apple orchards of Trentino
Veneto
From the Dolomites to the Adriatic Sea - gravel biking in Veneto lets you discover a variety of gravel paths over mountain passes, hills and vineyards!
- Spectacular panoramas on the Dolomites cycle path
- Gravel fun between vineyards & hilly landscapes
- Unique lagoon & coastal routes between the Po Delta & Adriatic Sea
Slovenia
From the mountains to the sea, through dense forests and past karstic peaks: Slovenia offers a varied collection for your gravel bike holiday.
- Gravel biking between the Alpine foothills and Mediterranean vineyards
- Routes through disused tunnels & railway tunnels
- River gravel and along the hop fields in the Savinja Valley
Germany
Germany's diverse character is revealed amidst alpine mountain ranges, dense forests and vast low-mountain landscapes. Each region has its own unique features and provides opportunities to experience nature away from busy roads.
Baden-Württemberg
Between the Black Forest, Swabian Alb and Lake Constance, a true gravel bike Eldorado of forest paths, dirt roads and trails awaits in Baden-Württemberg.
- Experience pure nature from the saddle in the 7 nature parks
- Nature park gravel crossing - from Mannheim to Basel
- Top events such as the Black Forest Gravel Ultra
Bavaria
Discover gravel in Bavaria - unpaved paths, varied nature and genuine Bavarian adventures off the beaten track.
- Bavarian forest and gravel paths
- Lakes, castles & historic places
- Diverse landscapes
Saxony
Saxony offers gravel bikers endless possibilities from spring to autumn: from Saxon Switzerland to the Zittau Mountains!
- RockHead - Germany's new top gravel route
- Mild temperatures from spring to autumn
- Varied landscape
Gravelbike Holidays
The best regions for gravel cyclists can be found in Austria, Italy, Germany and Slovenia. Depending on your destination, you can look forward to alpine gravel passes, Mediterranean coastal routes, secluded forest trails or varied bikepacking routes. The ideal time to visit is usually between May and October. Choose your region and immerse yourself in the gravel cycling regions – off-road adventures are guaranteed here.
With two new gravel bike tours through the whole of SalzburgerLand. Wide tyres, wider perspectives is the motto!
- The soft and the hard: multi-day tours through SalzburgerLand
- Gravelling in Austria's largest bike region
- Gravel Austria Route
Gravel biking in Austria's southernmost and sunniest province! On a gravel bike holiday in Carinthia, you'll ride between mountains & lakes.
- Mountains, lakes & river tour: 2-day gravel tour through the NOCKBIKE Area
- Lake Millstättersee & the natural wonder of Lake Egelsee
- Gravelbike & Lost Places Wörthersee T8 / Faaker See Hinterland
Gravel biking in Lower Austria: explore varied gravel paths through vineyards, river valleys and the foothills of the Alps!
- Hill mania in the land of 1,000 hills
- Hundertwasser tour through the upper Kamptal
- Gravel&Culinary delights with the Wirtshauskultur hosts
Discover tranquil valleys and rugged peaks on a gravel bike holiday in Tyrol. Here you gravel between contrasts!
- Brixental Valley cycle path: 21 km through the idyllic valley
- Gravel.Tirol: Austria's largest gravel region
- Gravelling in the AT-IT-CH border triangle
Experience alpine trails, idyllic valleys & boundless gravel paths between Lake Constance and the Arlberg while gravel biking in Vorarlberg.
- Into the wold - off to the iconic gravel bike & enjoyment festival
- Lake Constance gravel tour - lake panorama and gentle climbs
- Bregenzerwald trails - flowing gravel paths
Saxony offers gravel bikers endless possibilities from spring to autumn: from Saxon Switzerland to the Zittau Mountains!
- RockHead - Germany's new top gravel route
- Mild temperatures from spring to autumn
- Varied landscape
From alpine trails to Mediterranean gravel paths - South Tyrol combines the best of both worlds and offers perfect conditions for gravel bikers!
- Dolomites gravel - spectacular tours
- Vinschgau gravel paths - flowing routes
- South Tyrolean passes & mountain pastures
A gravel bike trip to the sea: those who explore Emilia Romagna on a gravel bike embark on a Mediterranean journey of pleasure.
- From the sea to the hinterland by gravel bike
- Historic gravel routes past castles and rivers steeped in history
- Gravelling between art, culture & culinary delights
Medieval towns, rolling hills, steep cliffs: Le Marche is Italy's most beautiful gravel playground.
- Discover the Strada Bianche of the Marche
- Gravel biking between coastal roads & hinterland
- Gravel bike tours around Monte Conero
Explore Trentino on a gravel bike: gravel trails in unique natural surroundings between the Dolomites, Lake Garda & Alpine passes.
- Gravel biking in the panorama of the Dolomites and the Lagorai mountains
- Mediterranean flair on Lake Garda
- Enjoyable tours through the vineyards & apple orchards of Trentino
From the Dolomites to the Adriatic Sea - gravel biking in Veneto lets you discover a variety of gravel paths over mountain passes, hills and vineyards!
- Spectacular panoramas on the Dolomites cycle path
- Gravel fun between vineyards & hilly landscapes
- Unique lagoon & coastal routes between the Po Delta & Adriatic Sea
From the mountains to the sea, through dense forests and past karstic peaks: Slovenia offers a varied collection for your gravel bike holiday.
- Gravel biking between the Alpine foothills and Mediterranean vineyards
- Routes through disused tunnels & railway tunnels
- River gravel and along the hop fields in the Savinja Valley
Discover gravel in Bavaria - unpaved paths, varied nature and genuine Bavarian adventures off the beaten track.
- Bavarian forest and gravel paths
- Lakes, castles & historic places
- Diverse landscapes
Between the Black Forest, Swabian Alb and Lake Constance, a true gravel bike Eldorado of forest paths, dirt roads and trails awaits in Baden-Württemberg.
- Experience pure nature from the saddle in the 7 nature parks
- Nature park gravel crossing - from Mannheim to Basel
- Top events such as the Black Forest Gravel Ultra
Tuscany is a gravel hotspot full of enjoyment, history, UNESCO panoramas and varied trails.
- Strade Bianche & iconic Eroica routes with Chianti, Crete Senesi & Val d'Orcia
- Tuscany Trail: the biggest bikepacking event in Europe
- Gravel, culture & culinary delights - UNESCO cities & wine tastings included
What makes for a good gravel bike holiday?
A successful gravel biking holiday is much more than just a collection of beautiful rides. The special appeal of gravel biking lies in getting away from busy roads, discovering new landscapes and enjoying the freedom to combine tarmac, gravel tracks and nature trails. It is precisely this versatility that makes Europe one of the most attractive destinations for gravel bikers.
The best gravel biking regions are characterised by varied routes, good infrastructure and impressive natural experiences. Whether it’s alpine gravel passes in Austria, Mediterranean coastal routes in Italy, hidden forest trails in Germany or the unspoilt natural areas of Slovenia – every destination offers its own character and unique challenges.
Choosing the right region for your driving style
Not every gravel bike holiday is the same. Whilst competitive cyclists seek out long climbs, technical sections and plenty of elevation gain, leisure cyclists often prefer relaxed rides through lake districts, wine regions or along rivers.
Those who love alpine adventures will find ideal conditions in Austria’s gravel bike regions, with spectacular mountain panoramas and numerous gravel tracks. Italy delights with its combination of the Dolomites, coastal landscapes and a Mediterranean climate. Germany scores highly with a dense network of forest tracks, low mountain ranges and varied bikepacking routes. Slovenia is still considered an insider’s tip among many gravel bikers and impresses with little traffic, unspoilt nature and an impressive variety of landscapes between the Alps and the Adriatic.
