Railway Cycling Adventure

A two-day trip for active travelers – the route follows the marked cycling path No.166 (~60 km) through the Gulbene and Alūksne regions. Combining cycling with the only regularly operating narrow-gauge train in the Baltics – the Bānītis, travelers will discover the charm of manors, the beauty of Alūksne Lake, and local culinary delights.

Day 1 – Gulbene → Stāmeriena → Alūksne (~45 km)

Arrival in Gulbene with your bike and/or car. The journey begins with a bike ride along the marked route No.166 to Stāmeriena (~20 km), where a tour of the manor and lunch with local product tasting awaits. In the afternoon – cycling continues to Alūksne (~25 km), enjoying scenic landscapes and stops at nature trails. In the evening – visit Alūksne Castle and the manor park. On Castle Island and Tempļakalns Park, enjoy dinner and overnight stay at a 3* hotel in Alūksne.

Day 2 – Alūksne → Gulbene by Bānītis (15 km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Explore Castle Island and Tempļakalns Park. Visit Alūksne Bānītis station with an interactive exhibition. Ride the Bānītis back to Gulbene, transporting bicycles on the train. Lunch in Gulbene with a tasting of local flavors. Finally – an option for a short cycling loop on nearby trails or departure home by car.