grangarda
TARMAC
350
km
8000
+m+
99%
paved
2-4
days
ROUTE
Paved loop with a considerable elevation gain that goes by scenic roads, epic climbs and iconic mountain passes. Mostly stays on secondary, low-traffic roads in a rural landscape passing by small towns and villages. Easy logistics with plenty of lodging options, camping areas, coffee stops and resupply opportunities. It only requires minimal planning in stages and resupply.
BIKE and GEAR
Road or touring bikes with low gearing and comfortable tire width. Night lights, complete tool kit, waterproof clothes, GPS device, minimum 1.5 litres water capacity. Bikepacking bags wisely packed for a multi-day ride, keeping it as light as possible to face the long and steep climbs. Learn more.
Peschiera
35km
300m+
2hrs
Lonato
20km
250m+
1hr
VALTENESI:
Hills, vineyards, olive groves, charming villages, castles.
Saló
25km
450m+
1hr
SAN MICHELE
Low mountains, small villages.
Gargnano
50km
1200m+
3hrs
TIGNALE and TREMOSINE
Alpine area, cliffs, charming stone villages.
La FORRA
Scenic road in a deep ravine between waterfalls.
Riva
15km
1000m+
2hrs
TENNO and TOBLINO
Alpine area, pictoresque lakes.
Sarche
70km
2300m+
5hrs
Mt BONDONE
Alpine area, climbs and passes.
Loppio
75km
2300m+
5hrs
Mt ALTISSIMO and Mt BALDO
Alpine area, climbs and passes.
Torri
25km
200m+
1hrs
Lake-side road, charming villages by the lake.