The best MTB trails around Spresiano

The Castle of Collalto is an ancient medieval manor founded in the 12th century by the noble family of the Counts of Collalto. Strategically positioned on a hill overlooking the Piave plain, the castle soon became the hub of a vast and powerful feud. Over the centuries, the structure transformed from a military fortress into a splendid noble residence, enriched with works of art including frescoes by Pordenone. Unfortunately, its crucial position on the front line during World War I led to its almost total destruction under bombardment. Today, of the glorious original complex, the evocative ruins remain, dominated by the imposing 12th-century master tower, the defensive walls, and the nearby church of San Giorgio, which bear witness to the millennial charm of one of the most important historical sites in the Marca Trevigiana.

Porta San Tommaso is the most imposing of Treviso's gates.

The Ciclovia "La Tradotta" is a fascinating 18-kilometer cycle and pedestrian path that connects Montebelluna to Nervesa della Battaglia, at the foot of Montello. This flat route follows the path of a historic military railway used during the Great War to supply the Piave front. Today, the trail, immersed in greenery and almost entirely unpaved, is an ideal destination for families and gravel or trekking bike enthusiasts. Along the way, you can breathe in history thanks to old railway houses, railway relics, and underpasses decorated with period murals. Well-equipped with water fountains, the route ends near Nervesa della Battaglia, where you can explore the evocative remains of the Abbey of Sant'Eustachio or the Military Shrine, crowning the excursion with a regenerating stop at the typical agriturismos of the area.

The Ciclovia "La Tradotta" is a fascinating cycle and pedestrian path of about 18 kilometers that connects Montebelluna to Nervesa della Battaglia, at the foot of Montello. This flat route runs along the trackbed of a historic military railway used during the Great War to supply the Piave front. Today, the path, immersed in greenery and almost entirely unpaved, is an ideal destination for families and fans of gravel or trekking bikes. Along the way, you can breathe in history thanks to old railway houses, railway memorabilia, and underpasses decorated with period murals. Well-equipped with water fountains, the route ends near Nervesa della Battaglia, where you can explore the evocative remains of the Abbey of Sant'Eustachio or the Military Shrine, crowning the excursion with a regenerating stop at the typical farmhouses of the area.

Built in 1518 under the direction of the podestà Paolo Nani, Porta San Tommaso is the most imposing of Treviso's three 16th-century gates. Probably designed by Fra’ Giovanni Giocondo, it is distinguished by its lavish Istrian stone facade, conceived more as a Renaissance triumphal arch than a simple military structure. The external facade is richly decorated with trophies, coats of arms, and the monumental Lion of Saint Mark, a symbol of Venetian rule. A curious detail concerns the statue placed on top: it depicts Saint Paul, a tribute to the podestà Nani (Paolo), although the gate takes its name from the nearby church dedicated to Saint Thomas Becket. Inside, the structure preserves the large arches that once housed the guardrooms and drawbridge mechanisms, still representing today the main access point for those coming from the north.

The "La Tradotta" cycle path is a suggestive 20-kilometer cycle and pedestrian route that follows the track of the old Montebelluna-Susegana military railway. The name derives from the trains that, during the Great War, transported troops and supplies towards the Piave front. The route, predominantly flat and immersed in greenery, connects Montebelluna to Nervesa della Battaglia, running along the slopes of Montello. Along the way, you will encounter the remains of old signal boxes and stations, as well as historical monuments and educational panels that recount the events of 1917-18. It is an ideal itinerary for families and history enthusiasts, offering a direct link between modern slow mobility and the memory of the Treviso territory.

Very well maintained, no potholes. The only negative note is the many stops when crossing roads

Historically suggestive. A bit boring and dusty.