From castle to hermitage
04:43
58.6km
660m
Gravel riding
This exceptional route passes through some of the most evocative places of the so-called "Flower Coast" of Lake Maggiore.
Leave the car in Angera and immediately head south entering the splendid Bruschera Oasis, which offers a panoramic view of the lake and the imposing fortress of Angera.
It crosses the hinterland through vineyards and hills, passing by the Pipe Museum of Brebbia and the Cardana hill. Then proceed towards the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso, the most famous sacred building on Lake Maggiore perched on the cliff in Leggiuno.
The return takes place entirely on the coast, through parks, marinas and villages until reaching Ispra and the Gulf of Quassa. After the ritual photo at Sasso Cavallazzo, a very famous erratic boulder, proceed to Ranco and Angera to conclude the Tour through the streets of the historic centre.
Last updated: July 1, 2026
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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 28.8 km for 129 m
After 30.4 km for 185 m
After 44.1 km for 187 m
After 48.4 km for 629 m
Waypoints
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2.81 km
Oasi della Bruschera
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30.4 km
Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
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Alberto found shelter in a small cave on that stretch of the coast.
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32.0 km
View of Lake Maggiore from Santa Caterina del Sasso
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34.6 km
Arolo Beach
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39.4 km
Nautica Lavazza
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46.3 km
Pinet Harbor Furnace in Ispra
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54.1 km
Ranco Lakeside
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58.6 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
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5.38 km
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29.6 km
18.4 km
4.72 km
3.52 km
1.30 km
1.10 km
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Elevation
Highest point (290 m)
Lowest point (190 m)
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November 28, 2023
This exceptional route passes through some of the most evocative places of the so-called "Flower Coast" of Lake Maggiore.
Leave the car in Angera and immediately head south entering the splendid Bruschera Oasis, which offers a panoramic view of the lake and the imposing fortress of Angera.
It crosses
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