On the Valtenesi and Gavardina cycle paths: ring tour from Desenzano

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On the Valtenesi and Gavardina cycle paths: ring tour from Desenzano

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On the Valtenesi and Gavardina cycle paths: ring tour from Desenzano

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65.1km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 2, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parco alto Garda bresciano

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.0 km

Valtenesi Cycle Path

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I would not recommend taking this path with a race bike. The concrete hasn't been maintained in a while, and is in very bad condition at multiple places. Lots of …

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37.4 km

Gavardina Cycle and Pedestrian Path

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The "Gavardina" cycle path is a protected path of great environmental value dedicated exclusively to gentle mobility: bikes, scooters, hoverboards, inline skates.
It runs alongside the Naviglio between meadows and …

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51.4 km

Pontenove Bridge

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Pontenove Bridge, located on the ancient Roman road that connected Brescia to Verona. The current structure dates back to the eighteenth century. Nearby is the ancient parish church and the Baptistery.

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53.8 km

Roggia Lonata Cycle Path

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The cycle/pedestrian path from Moteroseo to Bagatte is an authentic jewel for two-wheel lovers. This picturesque route winds through the lovely hills, attracting cyclists of all stripes, from sprinters on …

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65.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.5 km

21.7 km

11.9 km

1.78 km

375 m

Surfaces

42.1 km

18.2 km

4.35 km

342 m

169 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 23 October

17°C

9°C

28 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Comments

September 21, 2024,Sulle piste ciclabili Valtenesi e Gavardina: giro ad anello da Desenzano

The day did not look promising, but Lake Garda is beautiful even when it is angry. When the sun came out, then, a spectacle: the Garda hinterland is enchanting. But be careful: the paths and slow roads are not as well maintained as you would expect. Between sudden potholes and gravel you always have to be careful!

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July 15, 2024,Ciclabile della Valtenesi e Gavardina. Giro ad anello partendo da Sirmione.

Difficult but very very beautiful, on an e-bike recommended for everyone otherwise you need good training!

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September 17, 2023,Tra le colline moreniche della Valtenesi

We start from Rezzato and follow the signs for Desenzano, mostly along cycle paths or secondary roads. As soon as you pass the ancient Pontenove viaduct, on the Chiese river, you begin to glimpse the morainic hills of Valtenesi. You climb gently through the vineyards lying on wide valleys until you reach the Salò-Desenzano cycle path, a route that crosses …

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