What do mountain bike holidays look like in the Alps?

Mountain bike holidays in the Alps and Dolomites have long been an item to tick off among the international biking community, yet the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz has somehow managed to remain one of South Tyrol’s best-kept secrets. The lucky few mountain bikers and cyclists who are privy to it have become regular guests, and regard the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz as a must for their mountain bike holidays. The Rubner’s Hotel Rudolf is the ideal starting point for countless MTB tours, not only for its excellent location but also for its comprehensive service. From the infopoint to the workshop and bike storage room, we make it our job to make cycling in the Alps even more enjoyable!

There is more than one way to enjoy a mountain bike holiday in South Tyrol, and more than one way to experience the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz. You may for example choose one of the classic forest roads that run to the summit from multiple directions, and be rewarded with a stunning view to the surrounding mountain world. If you do not feel like pedalling all the way to the plateau, you can avail yourself of the lift facilities that continue operation during the summer months and carry bikers along with their MTBs to the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz. From there you can choose from four adventurous downhill trails – recommended exclusively to experienced bikers with appropriate equipment. A real treat for freeride enthusiasts spending their mountain bike holidays at the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz!

Gear up for a one-of-a-kind mountain bike holiday. The Plan de Corones/Kronplatz awaits you with pure biking fun in a soul-stirring backdrop. The Puster Valley has earned a reputation for idyllic and richly faceted landscapes, juxtaposing green meadows and towering peaks, thick forests and picturesque villages. From the thrilling, technically demanding tracks to the family-friendly leisurely routes, a MTB tour of the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz area is bound to conquer the heart of all bike enthusiasts. Among the various options, we suggest the Puster Valley bike path that runs to the Austrian town of Lienz or, if taken westbound, to the village of Rio di Pusteria/Mühlbach. 

Our MTB service provides all the support you may need to make your mountain bike holidays a success. Two or three guided MTB tours every week will help you get acquainted with the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz holiday resort, safely relying on the experience of a local guide. We also offer a workshop corner for repairs, a cleaning area, and a bike storage area. Additional services include the cleaning service for sportswear (for a fee), the pick-up service, and personal advice from our team.

It does not take a MTB pro to enjoy a mountain bike holiday at the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz. Those who like to take their time and have their pulse race through awe rather than exertion can take advantage of our E-bike rental service (for a fee), a true bon-vivant highlight. This way, discovering the beauties of the Puster Valley becomes an effortless, yet incredibly rewarding experience. The Puster Valley bike path, for instance, is perfect for an e-bike tour … and the cycle path in Valle Aurina/Ahrntal provides a most enticing alternative.

With such a wide choice of routes and trails, it might not be so easy to pick the right tour for your mountain bike holidays at Plan de Corones/Kronplatz. This is why at the Rubner’s Hotel Rudolf we are at your disposal to help you choose your MTB tours with useful tips and pointers. Here is a foretaste of the MTB adventures that await you: a tour on the trail of the Giro D’Italia, a panoramic tour to the Giogo d’Asta/Astjoch, a MTB circular tour of the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz, the Herrensteig – South Tyrol’s first downhill trail – and much more!