Cycling along Italy’s Brenta river is a relaxing journey accompanied by the sound of gushing water. Rising from the Caldonazzo and Levico lakes, the river flows for 175 kilometres (108 mi), before reaching the Adriatic Sea. This adventure traces its course through the Italian provinces of Trentino, Veneto, Trento, Vicenza, Padua and Venice.

Each of the three stages is 50 to 60 kilometres (31 to 37 mi) long, which allows enough time to admire beautiful places on the way. You’ll find the full Tour in the Collection to help you replan the route according to your preferences.

This adventure is almost entirely flat, so it’s ideal for those who are new to cycling. You can ride it year-round; just bear in mind that summer temperatures can be scorching, especially on the shadeless Venetian plain. If you travel in the hottest months, you’ll want to ride early in the morning.

Each stage offers accommodation and refreshment options. Train stations are situated close to the route so you can easily hop on a regional train with your bike.

The highlights are: Lake Caldonazzo, the Valsugana cycle path, the Venetian villas, the city of Bassano del Grappa, the Brenta river park and the city of Venice. The route alternates between spectacular nature spots and cultural sites.

You can ride any type of bicycle. The second stage has some dirt road sections, but they’re not very bumpy and are easy to bypass if needed.

In Venice, the end point, bikes are banned even if you dismount and push. To visit the city, your best option is to leave your bike at the Bici Park Venezia. You’ll find more information here: avm.avmspa.it/en/content/bicipark-venezia.

The route starts from the Calceranica al Lago railway station, which is connected to Trento and Venice. To return, you can catch a train with your bicycle from Venezia Mestre station.