Martesana Canal – Canonica d'Adda Bridge loop from Trecella

Martesana Canal – Canonica d'Adda Bridge loop from Trecella

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Martesana Canal – Canonica d'Adda Bridge loop from Trecella

02:46

46.1km

140m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.65 km

Ghiringhella

Lake

5.85 km

Martesana Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

«[...] A canal was built from the castle of Trezzo to the city, and it was called della Martesana, the county that passes through. [...]» The Naviglio della Martesana, also …

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23.7 km

Groppello Waterwheel on the Martesana Canal

Highlight • Monument

a must see if you are biking on the Martesana; you arrive in Cassano D'Adda and it is impossible not to see this huge wooden wheel with the ancient wash houses on the base.
In perfect working order.

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25.2 km

Adda Morta - riserva naturale

Nature Reserve

29.5 km

Mill on the Martesana

Highlight • Monument

on the towpath along the Adda we often meet mills, then continuing towards the Lecco area, the Da Vinci locks are interesting

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31.3 km

Martesana Canal

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The Naviglio Martesana, also known as the Naviglio Piccolo, reaches as far as Milan and originates right here. It is an artificial canal built for commercial purposes in 1457, and …

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35.2 km

Canonica d'Adda Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Suggestive and picturesque arched bridge over the Adda River

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39.6 km

The Rudun Water Wheel, Groppello d'Adda

Highlight • Monument

Famous water wheel of Groppello d'Adda built around 1600 and probably designed by Leonardo da Vinci. The locals affectionately call it 'el rudun', that is, the big wheel.

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39.7 km

Groppello Water Wheel on the Martesana Canal

Highlight • Monument

Once you arrive in Cassano d'Adda, you can't help but admire the "rudon," a perfectly preserved and fully functional wooden wheel.
The ancient washhouse nearby is also beautiful.

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40.0 km