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Discover the enchanting Veneto region on a family-friendly cycling holiday combining beautiful landscapes, gentle bike rides, thermal wellness and fascinating cultural experiences. Located in the heart of the Euganean Hills Natural Park, Galzignano Terme is an ideal base for exploring the Veneto by bike.
The extensive and continually expanding network of cycling paths around Galzignano Terme offers safe and enjoyable routes for families. Easy rides through the Euganean Hills reveal picturesque villages, historic villas, ancient abbeys and impressive castles, while the peaceful countryside provides plenty of opportunities to connect with nature.
Between cycling tours, the whole family can enjoy easy walks and carefully selected cultural visits. The thermal waters of Galzignano Terme also provide the perfect opportunity to relax after an active day outdoors.
This family cycling tour in Veneto combines everything needed for an enjoyable active holiday: cycling, nature, culture and wellness. With easy routes, fascinating sights and the thermal attractions of Galzignano Terme, it is an excellent choice for families who want to discover one of northern Italy’s most beautiful regions at a relaxed pace.
Individual arrival in Galzignano Terme, a beautiful spa town in the heart of the Euganean Hills. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening before beginning your family cycling adventure through the Veneto countryside.
Galzignano Terme is the perfect starting point for an active family holiday, combining thermal wellness, scenic landscapes and easy access to some of the region’s most fascinating historic towns and cultural attractions.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, begin your first cycling adventure through the picturesque landscapes of the Euganean Hills. The route takes you through the historic town of Monselice before continuing to Arquà Petrarca, one of the most charming medieval villages in the Veneto.
Arquà Petrarca is famous for its connection with the poet Francesco Petrarca, who spent the final years of his life here. The village, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, offers a wonderful combination of history, culture and natural beauty.
A gentle 5-kilometre walk leads to the plain of Mottolone, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Euganean Hills. With an elevation gain and descent of approximately 200 metres, the walk offers impressive panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.
Back in the valley, enjoy a tasting of local wine and olive oil, included in the tour price. This is a great opportunity to experience some of the traditional flavours of the Veneto.
The final section of the cycling route passes through the peaceful Valli Selvatiche before reaching Villa Barbarigo at Valsanzibio. This magnificent 17th-century villa is renowned for its exceptional classical Italian garden. The entrance ticket is included.
The combination of easy cycling, a scenic walk, local food and wine, and fascinating cultural attractions makes this an ideal day for families wanting to experience the Veneto at a relaxed pace.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 25 km
Walking: 5 km
Elevation gain: +220 m / -220 m
Today’s family cycling tour takes you through the historic spa towns and waterways of the Euganean Hills. In Battaglia Terme, you can visit the Museum of River Navigation and discover the fascinating history of the local boatmen, known as the barcari, who once transported goods from the Euganean Hills to Venice.
From Battaglia Terme, follow the scenic cycle path along the Vigenzone Canal to the charming hamlet of Pontemanco, known for its historic water mills. Continue through Mezzavia to San Pelagio Castle, home to an impressive Air Museum telling the story of human flight, from Leonardo da Vinci and the Montgolfier brothers to Neil Armstrong.
After cycling through Montegrotto Terme, return towards Galzignano Terme and make a stop at the magnificent Catajo Castle. Its beautifully frescoed halls and spectacular Giardino delle Delizie make this one of the highlights of the day. The entrance ticket is included.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 25 km
Elevation gain: +110 m / -110 m
Today offers maximum flexibility. Active families can enjoy a longer cycling adventure along the Euganean Hills cycle path, which runs through the entire chain of the Euganean Hills. The route passes through peaceful woods, historic abbeys and picturesque towns including Este and Bastia.
With approximately 65 kilometres of cycling, this is the longest stage of the tour and is best suited to families who enjoy a full day on the bike.
Alternatively, take a well-deserved break at your spa resort and enjoy the thermal waters and wellness treatments of Galzignano Terme. The area is renowned for its thermal springs and is an excellent place to relax after several active days.
Another option is to spend the day exploring Padua or Venice and discover some of the cultural highlights of Veneto without taking your bike along.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 65 km
Elevation gain: +350 m / -350 m
Today’s easy cycling itinerary combines historic architecture, vineyards, olive groves and peaceful natural landscapes. Cycle to the magnificent Villa dei Vescovi, a 16th-century Renaissance villa famous for its beautifully preserved frescoes and elegant gardens. The entrance ticket is included.
From the villa, continue on foot along the Terre Bianche (White Lands) trail towards Mount Pirio. This easy 5-kilometre trek winds through vineyards and olive groves before reaching a small church dedicated to the Alpine army forces. The route offers beautiful views across the surrounding countryside.
Back on your bike, continue towards the Benedictine Abbey of Praglia, an important centre for the restoration and preservation of historic books and manuscripts. Before reaching the abbey, pass through the San Daniele Biotope, where you can take a relaxing walk around the small lakes and observe the turtle colonies that inhabit the area.
This combination of cycling, walking, culture and nature provides a particularly varied day for families exploring the Euganean Hills.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Cycling: 35 km
Walking: 5 km
Elevation gain: +235 m / -235 m
After breakfast, your family cycling holiday in Veneto comes to an end. Individual departure from Galzignano Terme.
Depending on your travel plans, you may wish to extend your stay and enjoy more of the thermal facilities, explore the Euganean Hills or visit nearby Padua or Venice before continuing your journey.
Meals: Breakfast
During your family cycling holiday in Veneto, you will stay in one of three comfortable 4-star hotels in the thermal resort of Galzignano Terme:
All three hotels offer an excellent combination of comfort, thermal wellness and active recreation. Each property features an on-site restaurant, thermal pools, a SPA and wellness centre, providing the perfect setting to relax after a day of cycling through the Euganean Hills.
Guests can also enjoy access to a golf course and tennis club, making the resort an ideal choice for an active family holiday in Veneto. The combination of cycling, thermal waters, wellness, golf and tennis makes Galzignano Terme an especially versatile destination for an active and relaxing stay.
Before departure, you will receive all the information you need for your cycling holiday by email, including:
The App can also be used offline, making it easy to follow the routes even without a mobile data connection.
Upon arrival at the first hotel, you will receive the vouchers for the wine and olive oil tasting and the included entrance tickets.
The Final Tour Details provide contact telephone numbers for assistance during the tour in case of an emergency.
The following experiences and entrance fees are included in the tour price:
Travel to and from the starting and finishing points of the cycling tour is not included in the tour price. Guests are responsible for arranging and paying for their own journey to Galzignano Terme and their return trip.
The following costs are not included and must be paid directly on site:
Tourist taxes must be paid directly at the hotel, either at check-in or check-out. The exact amount may vary depending on the hotel’s category, the season and the number of nights stayed.
Choose the bike that best suits your cycling style and enjoy a comfortable and carefree ride through the Euganean Hills and Veneto countryside.
The rental of bikes includes insurance against theft and irreparable damage. Each bike is selected to match the route and rider, offering a reliable, comfortable and smooth-riding experience.
Girolibero’s professional mechanics carefully assemble and inspect every bike at the company’s headquarters or at the nearest operational base before it is delivered for your tour.
The 27-gear Shimano Deore touring bike is available with both unisex and men’s frames. Its wide range of gears makes it suitable for the varied terrain of the Euganean Hills, including gentle climbs and descents.
For an easier and more relaxed cycling experience, choose the 9-gear Shimano e-bike. The electric assistance is particularly useful on the gentle climbs of the Euganean Hills and allows families and riders with different fitness levels to enjoy the routes together.
All rented adult bikes come fully equipped with the essential accessories you need for a comfortable and enjoyable cycling holiday in Veneto.
Each adult bike includes:
Helmets can be rented when booking. They are suitable for head circumferences of 58–61 cm and are certified according to the DIN EN 1078 (CE) European safety standard.
For a smooth and comfortable cycling experience, we recommend bringing a few personal items:
Reusable water bottle
Please bring your own reusable water bottle. It is the most sustainable choice and helps reduce unnecessary plastic waste during your cycling holiday.
Smartphone holder and power bank
The tour can be followed conveniently using the Girolibero App. We recommend bringing a smartphone holder for your handlebars and a power bank to keep your phone charged throughout the day. The App can also be used offline.
Gel saddle cover
For additional comfort, especially on longer cycling days, you may wish to bring your own gel saddle cover. The standard bike saddles are approximately 17.8 cm (7 inches) wide.
With the bikes, equipment and practical accessories provided, you can concentrate on enjoying the scenery, historic villages and beautiful cycling routes of the Euganean Hills.
Cycling: 25 km | Elevation: +220 m / -220 m
Walking: 5 km | Elevation: +200 m / -200 m
Today’s route takes you through the picturesque landscapes of the Euganean Hills, with vineyards, olive groves and peaceful countryside along the way. The cycling route includes several gentle ups and downs on quiet secondary roads.
The entrance to the magnificent garden of Villa Barbarigo and a local wine and olive oil tasting in Arquà Petrarca are included.
Cycling: 25 km | Elevation: +220 m / -220 m
A predominantly flat cycling stage, making it particularly enjoyable for a relaxed family cycling day. The first section follows an unpaved path along the river bank, followed by quiet secondary roads and several sections of dedicated cycle path.
The entrance to the impressive Catajo Castle is included.
Cycling: 65 km | Elevation: +350 m / -350 m
Today’s longer ride follows the Euganean Hills cycle path, which encircles the entire chain of the Euganean Hills. The route passes through peaceful woodland, historic abbeys and charming towns such as Este.
Most of the stage is relatively flat. The main exception is a short but steep climb during the first part of the route, before reaching Bastia. The 65-kilometre distance makes this the most demanding cycling day of the tour and is best suited to families and riders comfortable with a longer day in the saddle.
Cycling: 35 km | Elevation: +235 m / -235 m
Walking: 5 km | Elevation: +190 m / -190 m
An easy cycling stage, following mainly paved cycle paths and quiet roads. For part of the route, you will ride on an unpaved road before reaching the Benedictine Abbey of Praglia.
The entrance to Villa dei Vescovi is included.
The tour is designed to be accessible to young and older riders alike. Most cycling takes place on safe cycle paths or quiet roads with little traffic. Two easy walks are also included in the itinerary.
Day 4 offers additional flexibility. Depending on your mood and energy levels, you can choose a longer cycling excursion along the Euganean Hills cycle path, enjoy a relaxing day at the thermal spa resort, or take the train to Padua or Venice for a cultural excursion.
This family cycling holiday combines easy cycling routes, scenic landscapes, historic sites and relaxing thermal experiences. The routes are predominantly flat and designed to provide an enjoyable experience without demanding cycling challenges.
For organisational reasons, weather conditions or instructions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be modified before or during the tour. Temporary route diversions, for example due to roadworks, may occur without prior notice.
If a diversion is necessary, please follow the local signs and instructions provided along the route. Any changes will be made with the safety and smooth running of the tour in mind.
| Room / Age | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Single room (SGL) | €1,220 |
| Double/Twin room (DBL/TWN) | €840 |
| Additional person in room, 14–99 years | €720 |
| Child, 3–13 years, sharing a room | €300 |
| Baby, 0–2 years | €0 |
Baby cot is available on request and is paid directly at the hotel.
Choose from a range of bikes and family-friendly cycling equipment:
| Bike / Equipment | Price |
|---|---|
| Touring bike | €90 |
| E-bike | €230 |
| Children’s bike, 20″ or 24″ wheels | €70 |
| Family tandem | €180 |
| Child trailer | €90 |
| Follow-me tandem with 20″ children’s bike | €90 |
| Child seat | €20 |
| Helmet | €15 |
Bike rental prices apply for the complete tour period. The available children’s bikes and family equipment make the tour suitable for families with children of different ages and cycling abilities.
Ready to explore the Euganean Hills by bike? Enjoy scenic cycling routes, charming historic towns, thermal relaxation and unforgettable family moments in the heart of Veneto.
Book your family cycling holiday in Veneto today and experience Italy at your own pace. info@vacationize.com
We warmly welcome cycling enthusiasts from Norway, the Netherlands, USA, Poland, Italy, Greece and across Europe and the world. Whether you are travelling as a couple, with friends or as a group, discover northern Italy on a cycling holiday combining Alpine scenery, Italian culture and the freedom of travelling at your own pace.
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