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Sanctuary of Oropa

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Sanctuary of Oropa

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  • Location: Biella, Piedmont, Italy

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    April 5, 2026

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    The Santuario di Oropa is one of the most important Marian places of worship in Piedmont, Italy, located at about 1,159 m above sea level on the mountainside of the Valle d’Oropa, just above Biella. It is famous for its religious history, imposing architecture, and the surrounding natural landscape.
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    November 7, 2022

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    The sanctuary of Oropa is a Marian sanctuary dedicated to the Black Madonna located a dozen kilometers north of the city of Biella, in the hamlet of Oropa, at approximately …
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    According to tradition, not confirmed by historical evidence, the sanctuary of Oropa was founded by Saint Eusebius bishop of Vercelli in the 4th century
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    Andrate to Oropa via the Tracciolino Trail

    49.9km

    04:09

    1,370m

    1,360m

    This difficult 31.0-mile mountain biking trail from Andrate to Oropa offers panoramic views and historic tunnels.

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    This difficult 18.6-mile mountain bike loop around the Sanctuary of Oropa features 2648 feet of climbing and panoramic views.

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    Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 1,110 m

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    Location: Biella, Piedmont, Italy

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