Challenging itineraries: MBT holidays in South Tyrol Idyllic trails through an unspoiled natural landscape

The Gasthof Zum Hirschen Hotel in Senale is an ideal starting point for MTB tours at all difficulty levels, including the popular Tour de Non. Must-do MTB routes include the trail from the hotel to Tret Lake and to the summit of the Gantkofel. The Rankipino route that leads to the Val di Sole Valley and the Kirchberg in the neighbouring Ultental valley are among the other popular MTB itineraries.

After a hard day out on the trails, the CERVO Restaurant and bistro at the Gasthof Zum Hirschen Hotel has just the right fix for hungry bikers. Our sumptuous South Tyrolean and Trentino platters are designed to satisfy the palate restoring your energy for the next ride. For bikers who are on the move, our rooms are available even for just one night.

MTB Tour 1: To the Novella Gorge
From the hotel to the St. Christoph chapel | San Felice | Tret | Fondo | Castelfondo | Rifugio Arnica mountain hut | hotel
Duration: 3:30 h | Distance: 24.4km | Height difference: 600 hm | Max. Height: 1.376 m

MTB Tour 2: Over the pastures on Nonsberg/Val di Non 
From the hotel to Rifugio Arnica mountian hut | Malga di Brez mountain hut | Laureiner Alm mountain hut | Hofmahd | Castrin Alm mountain hut | hotel
Duration: 4:30 h | Distance: 32.3km | Height difference: 990 hm | Max. Height: 1.883 m

Spectacular, thrilling and plenty of fun! With its rich mix of nature, culture, history and breath-taking landscapes, the Val di Non Valley is a mountain paradise waiting to be discovered. Experience this cultural and linguistic frontier bordering the regions of South Tyrol and Trentino on a mountain bike. Cycle through the valley orchards and vineyards up to the stunning panoramas from the summits. The single trails, technical sections and significant elevation gain all help to ensure that the Tour de Non remains an exciting and worthwhile challenge for MTB enthusiasts in search of a unique cycling holiday. To find out more about the 4-stage Tour de Non, visit this link: www.tourdenon.it

Info: 
Duration: 4 days in total (1 stage per day) | Length: 154 km | Elevation gain: 6,000 m | Max. altitude: 2,113 m (Monte Roen)

Mirko is our in-house outdoor activity expert – whether it’s summer hiking and biking or sledding and hiking on skins in winter. As a qualified mountain bike guide and a keen hiking enthusiast, Mirko has a wealth of advice to offer for MTB Tours at all difficulty levels, and would be more than happy to help you plan your E-Bike trip.

Other Zum-Hirschen MTB services include:

• Bike-garage 
• Salewa-brand trekking backpacks
• Home-made picnic baskets and snacks for bikers
• Wide selection of maps and gpx tours
• Organized MTB Tours with our guide Mirko
•  n-house MTB shuttle
• Laundry service and drying facility