EuroVelo 7 - Brixen to Toblach 72 km

Today is a bit cloudy and that's to be expected in the mountains after so many previous beautiful sunny days. Perhaps I can compensate for the lack of sunshine this morning with a good coffee and some tasty breakfast, so I decided to leave the camping and search for it in Brixen while also having a look around the old town center.

It takes a 3 km ride from Camping Lowenhof to Brixen old town center
It takes a 3 km ride from Camping Lowenhof to Brixen old town center

The White Tower
The White Tower

"Considered by many to be the symbol of Brixen, it is the bell tower of the church of San Michele. At 72 meters it is also the tallest building in the town. It was built around 1300, destroyed by fire in 1444 and rebuilt in Gothic style, taller, a few years later. Curiously, at first it was called the Black Tower."

Brixner Dom, double-spired cathedral dating from 1745 & decorated with opulent frescoes.
Brixner Dom, double-spired cathedral dating from 1745 & decorated with opulent frescoes.

Did my prayer for good weather and peace in the world
Did my prayer for good weather and peace in the world 

"Brixen: A town in northern Italy, situated at the confluence of the Eisack and Rienz rivers, with a population of nearly 23,000 and a rich history dating back to the Upper Paleolithic era, currently serving as the capital of the Eisack district community in the province of South Tyrol (BZ). 

Brixen offers easy access to the stunning South Tyrolean landscape, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With 427 km of hiking trails, you can venture from the city to the mountains, taking in breathtaking views of the Dolomites. In winter, ski down the sun-kissed slopes of the Plose, with the majestic mountains as a backdrop."

Dom square which is also well known for its Christmas markets
Dom square which is also well known for its Christmas markets 

Found some cool handmade little clocks on this stand alone display
Found some cool handmade little clocks on this stand alone display

It’s very quiet this morning
It's very quiet this morning

And eventually I found my coffee and enjoyed some delicious local pastry
And eventually I found my coffee and enjoyed some delicious local pastry

Now with my energy levels back to normal was time to head back to the camping and pack my tent. But before that let me show you a bit around the camping as I usually do.

1 day campsite/person = 25 EUR, a bit expensive I would say but nice
1 day campsite/person = 25 EUR, a bit expensive I would say but nice

Camping Lowenhof with its  modern amenities, on site restaurant and friendly staff is a good choice for any traveller transiting Brixen, plus there are also rooms available at the 4* hotel on site which means there is a choice for everyone based on their budget. Tip for cyclists: don't forget to call and make a reservation in advance as it gets crowded during peak season (aug-sep).

Clean and modern sanitary facilities
Clean and modern sanitary facilities

Not bad for a camping bathroom
Not bad for a camping bathroom

Now that breakfast is served I think it's time to leave Brixen and continue cycling uphill on EuroVelo 7 towards Bruneck. 

Have an apple traveller!
Have an apple traveller! 

Seems like mid September is when harvesting happens around here
Seems like mid September is when harvesting happens around here

My little peaceful highway
My little peaceful highway

Later the route passes by the Franzensfeste Fortress which I decided to visit
Later the route passes by the Franzensfeste Fortress which I decided to visit

Admission ticket was 9 EUR
Admission ticket was 9 EUR 

"Tucked away in the beautiful region of South Tyrol, Italy, lies the impressive Franzensfeste Fortress. This historic stronghold, built by the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the early 19th century, offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the past with its well-preserved architecture and stunning mountain views. Explore the underground tunnels, artillery rooms, and barracks, and learn about the fortress's strategic importance throughout history."

The force?
The force?

And the dark side? Just my interpretation :)
And the dark side? Just my interpretation :)

A fortress as big as 9 football fields built in only 5 years
A fortress as big as 9 football fields built in only 5 years 

The fortress tour took me more than an hour and was an interesting experience. It is quite big with many rooms to explore and some permanent bunkers exhibitions and other cultural events taking place from time to time. Was a good decision to stop, learned a lot.

This looks like a lunch break opportunity to me
This looks like a lunch break opportunity to me

Exactly the energy boost I needed
Exactly the energy boost I needed

Hitting the breaks to admire this beautiful scenery for a minute
Hitting the breaks to admire this beautiful scenery for a minute

Dedicated lane for cyclists for a stress free riding experience
Dedicated lane for cyclists for a stress free riding experience

Rienz River
Rienz River

Other fellow bike tourers
Other fellow bike tourers

Potatoes are ready to be put in the cellar for the winter
Potatoes are ready to be put in the cellar for the winter

Just transiting Bruneck, no stop cause it’s already late in the afternoon and I want to advance a bit more today
Just transiting Bruneck, no stop cause it's already late in the afternoon and I want to advance a bit more today

There is always a light at the end of the tunnel
There is always a light at the end of the tunnel

Nice picnic area I found here
Nice picnic area I found here

Valdaora di Sotto
Valdaora di Sotto

Took the scenic route
Took the scenic route 

Unfortunately the road was closed due to recent floods, so I had to go back
Unfortunately the road was closed due to recent floods, so I had to go back

Arrived at Camping Olympia near Toblach a bit late, around 8 PM but just in time to set up my tent and have a good worm shower afterwards. I called in advance to make a reservation to avoid any unpleasant surprises as I explained in a previous post. 

My neighbourhood this evening
My neighbourhood this evening

After 76 km of cycling having a good pizza and a cold beer feels like Heaven
After 76 km of cycling having a good pizza and a cold beer feels like Heaven

Day 5 map part 1: Brixen to Bruneck 36 km (Bikemap App)
Day 5 map part 1: Brixen to Bruneck 36 km (Bikemap App) 

Day 5 map part 2: Bruneck to Toblach 36 km (Bikemap App)
Day 5 map part 2: Bruneck to Toblach 36 km (Bikemap App) 

Until next time,

©Discover EuroVelo


All photos were taken with my iPhone 11 and Sony DSC-HX60V camera.

EuroVelo, the European Cycle Route Network are registered marks of ECF asbl.

I have no affiliation with EuroVelo or other organisations mentioned here, I am just a traveller sharing his bike touring trips, views and opinions.

EuroVelo is a network of 17 long distance cycle routes connecting and uniting the whole European continent totaling over 90,000 km of cycling itineraries.


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