Beer Brats & Cheese Tour

Introduction

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Madison - Spring Green - New Glarus

Beer Brats & Cheese Tour

This 200-mile tour is 90% paved and has about 90 miles on traffic-free rail trail, and about 100 miles on public roads.

Experience a unique cycling adventure through Wisconsin, featuring scenic rides around Madison, Spring Green, and New Glarus. Enjoy local flavors, special events, and the region’s famous beer, brats, and cheese as you explore charming towns and beautiful countryside each day.

Tour Highlights

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At a glance

Beer Brats & Cheese Tour

Map

Day 1 - Travel to Madison and Orientation

Day 1 - Travel to Madison and Orientation image

Arrive in Madison, Orientation and Reception

Travel to Madison

DestinationMadison, WI 53713

Travel to Madison for the start of the Beer, Brats & Cheese Tour.

Country Inn & Suites

Madison, WI 53713

Arrive for check-in at Country Inn & Suites. Hotel check-in is at 4 p.m.

Orientation & Guest Reception

Orientation and guest reception at 5:30 p.m. with a light dinner.

Light Dinner

Light dinner served during the orientation and guest reception.

Day 2 - Tour of the Lakes and Metro Bike Day

Day 2 - Tour of the Lakes and Metro Bike Day image

Ride in Madison, State Capitol and Lakes

Tour of the Lakes

Metro bike day in Madison with a ride around the State Capitol and two lakes, covering 35 miles.

Country Inn & Suites

Madison, WI 53713

Stay at Country Inn & Suites in Madison, WI after a day of cycling.

Day 3 - Cross Country Ride to Spring Green

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Scenic Ride to Spring Green and Wildlife

Cross country ride to Spring Green

Cross country ride to Spring Green, look for deer along the way. 45 miles.

Round Barn Lodge

E4830 US-14, Spring Green, WI 53588

Stay at Round Barn Lodge in Spring Green, WI after the cross country ride.

Round Barn Lodge

Day 4 - Spring Green Loop and Taliesen Visit

Day 4 - Spring Green Loop and Taliesen Visit image

Spring Green Loop Ride and Taliesen Visit

Spring Green loop

Spring Green loop ride with a chance to visit Taliesen. 20 to 35 miles.

Round Barn Lodge

E4830 US-14, Spring Green, WI 53588

Stay at Round Barn Lodge in Spring Green after the loop ride.

Day 5 - Overland to New Glarus

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Ride to New Glarus and Famous Beer Stop

Overland to New Glarus

Ride overland to New Glarus with a famous beer stop. 45 miles.

Chalet Landhaus

801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574

Stay at Chalet Landhaus in New Glarus after the ride.

Day 6 - New Glarus Loop Ride and Brewery Visit

Day 6 - New Glarus Loop Ride and Brewery Visit image

Loop Ride in New Glarus and Brewery Visit

New Glarus loop ride

New Glarus loop ride, 20 to 50 miles, visit New Glarus brewery, optional rides.

Chalet Landhaus

801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574

Stay at Chalet Landhaus in New Glarus after the loop ride.

Day 7 - Return to Madison and Tour End

Day 7 - Return to Madison and Tour End image

Return Ride to Madison and Tour Conclusion

Return to Madison

Return to Madison. Tour ends on arrival back at the Clarion. 30 miles. ETA of 1 p.m.

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1. Country Inn & Suites

Madison, WI 53713

2. Round Barn Lodge

E4830 US-14, Spring Green, WI 53588

3. Chalet Landhaus

801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574