Transalp Roadbook 1: The Albrecht Route for Garmisch - Grosio - Gavia - Gardasee

One of the most popular routes across the Alps is Andreas Albrecht's tour from the Bavarian Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lake Garda. Thousands of Transalp cyclists have now followed his route suggestions. The Albrecht routes offer everything the heart of a true mountain biker could desire: magnificent mountain passes, lonely high valleys, dreamlike single trails, and rustic huts. The mountain bike adventurer must endure as few hike-a-bike sections as possible. For good reason, the Albrecht route has long been a classic. It is also available as an eBook, for example, in the iBookstore from Apple and in the Kindle Shop at Amazon.

Regarding the 2013 reissue: The Albrecht route has become a perennial favorite in the Transalp scene. Nevertheless, it can still be improved. On the one hand, new paths are being built. On the other hand, the author has specifically sought to eliminate road passes in favor of gravel roads or, even better, trails. The results also stem from the research for version v2 of the Albrecht route, which is documented on the Internet. There is also information about this in this book. However, changes to the classic route have been made only very cautiously. These are summarized and documented in this new edition.

The original tour report from the ride in 2004 remains the basis for this book. This has historical reasons. It reflects the spirit of the Albrecht route as it is. With references to the 6-day variant and to version v2.

The Albrecht route is a classic for a good reason. Thousands of Transalp cyclists have already followed his route suggestions. The routes offer everything a true mountain biker could desire: magnificent mountain passes, lonely high valleys, dreamlike single trails, and rustic huts. The mountain bike adventurer must endure as few hike-a-bike sections as possible.

The 2013 reissue of the Albrecht route sees it solidifying its status as a perennial favorite in the Transalp scene. Improvements have been made, such as the incorporation of new paths and the elimination of road passes in favor of gravel roads or trails. These changes are the result of research for version v2 of the route, which is documented online and in the book. However, the classic route has been altered only cautiously, with the original 2004 tour report remaining the foundation, preserving the spirit of the Albrecht route.

The book also includes information on a 6-day variant and version v2 of the route. Overall, the Albrecht route has become a beloved classic for good reason, offering mountain bikers an exceptional Transalp experience.

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