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Touring cycling around Martell - Martello, located within Italy's Stelvio National Park, offers diverse routes through a high-alpine landscape. The valley features elevations from approximately 950 meters to over 3,700 meters, encompassing verdant pastures, dense mountain forests, and glacial formations. Cyclists can explore a blend of natural beauty, including the majestic Ortles Alps and Lago di Gioveretto, alongside cultural landscapes with traditional farmhouses and strawberry plantations.
Last updated: April 26, 2026
4.5
(35)
307
riders
35.4km
03:00
1,210m
1,200m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.0
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55
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22.4km
01:53
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
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22.1km
02:36
1,190m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
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26.1km
02:20
1,000m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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This tour from Plaus to Hintermartell/Talschluss is simply sensational
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The photo shows St. Vigilius, a little further west: St. Vigilius Chapel https://www.komoot.de/highlight/4727357?ref=ahd The St. Stephen's Chapel, which gives the photo its title and is well worth seeing, is located here: St. Stephen's Chapel https://www.komoot.de/highlight/325966?ref=ahd Where this highlight was placed, there is only a street intersection.
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The small pilgrimage church of Our Lady in the Woods stands on the Schmelz, in the heart of the wooded Martell Valley, where a mine has been documented since 1448. This charming miners' chapel was founded in 1711 by the Hendl family of counts from Kastelbell, sold in the famine year of 1816, expanded with a tower in 1856, and remodeled in the neo-Gothic style in 1894. Until after the Second World War, the people of Martell marched in procession from the parish church in the village to the chapel on the Schmelz for the church consecration festival. The patron saint's day is celebrated on the first Sunday in July, the Feast of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary (July 2), with a field mass and sermon from the boulder next to the church.
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Actually a beautiful lake, but empty today
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Here the battery has given up the ghost
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Pilgrimage Church of Our Lady in the Forest in the middle of the Martelltal on the Schmelz
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Martell - Martello offers a range of touring cycling routes suitable for various skill levels. You'll find options from easy valley rides to difficult high-alpine challenges. The area features 2 easy, 6 moderate, and 3 difficult routes, ensuring there's a suitable path for every touring cyclist.
Yes, Martell - Martello offers routes suitable for families. The lower parts of the valley and themed trails like the 'Strawberry Trail' provide more leisurely rides. For a moderate option, consider the Lago di Gioveretto – Lago di Gioveretto loop from Zufritt-Stausee - Lago di Gioveretto, which leads through forests and along the artificial lake, offering a scenic experience without extreme elevation.
While touring cycling in Martell - Martello, you'll experience the diverse landscapes of the Stelvio National Park. Expect to see the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Ortles Alps, verdant pastures, and dense mountain forests. A prominent feature is the beautiful Lago di Gioveretto (Zufrittsee), an artificial lake. The valley also features glacial formations, waterfalls, and unique strawberry plantations cultivated at high altitudes.
Yes, many touring cycling routes in Martell - Martello are designed as loops, allowing you to start and end at the same point. Examples include the popular Lago di Gioveretto – Lago di Gioveretto loop from Thal and the more challenging Stallwies Mountain Inn – Café Hölderle loop from Martelltal. These circular routes offer varied terrain and stunning views.
The best time for touring cycling in Martell - Martello is generally from late spring through early autumn (May to October). During these months, the weather is more stable, and the higher alpine routes are typically free of snow. The valley's diverse flora, including alpine rhododendrons and gentians, is particularly vibrant in spring and summer.
The touring cycling routes in Martell - Martello are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.4 stars from over 3700 reviews. Cyclists frequently praise the breathtaking high-alpine scenery, the variety of routes catering to different skill levels, and the serene experience within the Stelvio National Park.
Experienced touring cyclists looking for a challenge will find several difficult routes in Martell - Martello. One such route is the Stallwies Mountain Inn – Café Hölderle loop from Thal, which features significant elevation gain through alpine terrain, leading to mountain inns and offering demanding climbs.
Along many of the touring cycling routes in Martell - Martello, especially those leading to higher altitudes, you'll find numerous refuges and mountain inns. These establishments offer opportunities for rest and often serve local South Tyrolean specialties, providing a welcome break during your ride.
Beyond the cycling routes, Martell - Martello offers several points of interest. You can explore the Lago di Covelano, or visit the Brugg Fish Pond. The region also features cultural landscapes with traditional South Tyrolean farmhouses and the historic chapel St. Maria in der Schmelz, which can be explored on guided e-bike tours.
Yes, Martell - Martello is actively promoting cycling with available e-bike tours and rentals. The sports and leisure center Trattla is a good starting point for these services. Guided e-bike tours are also offered, exploring sights like the chapel St. Maria in der Schmelz and the Grogg biathlon center, continuing along Lake Gioveretto.
There are 11 dedicated touring cycling routes available in Martell - Martello, offering a variety of experiences from easy rides to challenging alpine ascents. These routes are highly rated by the komoot community, with nearly 30,000 touring cyclists having explored the area.


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