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Monte Brione Trail-Tour

Riva del Garda

Category

Difficulty

Intermediate

Duration

0:50

Duration in hours

Distance

6.2

Distance in km

Status

open

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From any point of Alto Garda you can see the hill of Monte Brione in the centre of the valley. It makes for a lovely walk, but here we tell you how to visit on two wheels!

Segnaletica: 770. Monte Brione Trail - Tour

The route develops largely among olive groves, reaching one of the best historical points of interest in Alto Garda.

The proposed descent to the village of Sant’Alessandro itself, in its first stretch, is rather technical with steps, and some loose, fairly sized rocks. In all - the descent is approximately 300 metres, and we would advise those who aren’t confident with technical descents to ‘walk the bike’ down or simply return via the way of arrival.

If you do choose to tackle the descent, remember that this route is also frequented by many hikers, therefore please moderate your speed and give them priority.

Ascent of Monte Brione

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Tommaso Prugnola), Garda Trentino

Porto San Nicolò

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Watchsome), Garda Trentino

Forte Garda

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Tommaso Prugnola), Garda Trentino

Interior of Forte Garda

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Watchsome), Garda Trentino

Interior of Forte Garda

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Watchsome), Garda Trentino

View from Monte Brione (Doss Casina and Monte Altissimo)

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Vuilleumier) , North Lake Garda Trentino

A section of the trail in direction Sant'Alessandro

Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Marco Giacomello), North Lake Garda Trentino

Garda Trentino

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details

Scenic
Round trip
Flora

Route info

Intermediate

Route number

770

Distance

6,2 km

Duration

50 min

Altitude difference (+)

240 m

Altitude difference (-)

240 m

Physical effort

Scenary

Highest point

307 m

Lowest point

66 m

Suggestions

Monte Brione was considered a strategic point for the control of the Austro-Hungarian border, and climbing up, it is easy to understand the reason. Forte Garda, built between 1904 and 1907, has been restored in 2017 and has been open to the public since then.

Safety guidelines

ITRS - International Trail Rating System

The ITRS is an objective way to assess trails and routes from a biker’s perspective, evaluating four aspects:

Technical Difficulty: riding skill level needed
Endurance: combined effect of length, uphill and downhill
Wilderness: amount of planning required based on mobile phone reception, rescue options, water supply and wildlife
Exposure: consequences of a fall

Discover more about the ITRS system and check the classification of this tour in the photo gallery.

Safety Tips

Always wear your helmet.
Plan your ride.
You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
Let your speed be determined by your experience.
Ride slowly on crowded trails, overtake with politeness and respect.
Cycle only on authorized and open trails.
Avoid muddy trails in order not to damage them further.
Respect public and private property.
Always be self-sufficient.
Do not cycle solo in remote areas.

This information is subject to inevitable variations, so none of these indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason, we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, it is advisable to check environment and weather conditions before setting out.

Punto di partenza

Porto San Nicolò

Directions

The starting point of the tour is near to Porto San Nicolò, in Riva del Garda. First cross Viale Rovereto onto Via Brione, and after a few dozen metres turn right onto Via Monte Brione. From here you can begin to follow the track, and route signs for 770 that guide you up hill. The constant gradient of almost 10% leads to a quick altitude gain, and the view of Riva del Garda becomes more wonderful with every hairpin. After about 2.5 km, on your right, you’ll reach a dirt road, partially closed by a barrier. Here continue straight.

Pushing your bike you can reach the fort and admire the view over northern Lake Garda, This is a natural reserve, so you have to go back on your steps to the barrier to continue the tour.

Anyone wishing to avoid the technical descent can decide to keep left here, and return back to the starting point via the same route of arrival. However, for the technical descent, turn right, and after about 700m - on your left, you’ll see the entrance to the path. Reaching a cement road - follow it downhill until the village of Sant'Alessandro. Here, go straight to arrive at the stop sign on Via Sant’Alessandro. Cross the road and continue straight onto a gravel road. Continuing in this direction, first on the cycle path, then on a secondary road between the hotels, you’ll once again arrive at Porto San Nicolò, the route starting point.

public transportation

The main towns in Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Nago – are connected by several urban and intercity bus lines which will take you to the starting point of tours or in the immediate surroundings.

You can also get to Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda by the public ferry service.

Up-to-date information on timetables and routes.

How to get there

Find out how to reach Garda Trentino.

Where to park

Free parking near the former hospital (Via Rosmini).

Paid parking: Terme Romane (Viale Roma), Vecchia stazione (Largo Medaglie d’Oro), Ex-agraria (Via Lutti).

Riding your bike requires specific clothing and equipment, even for relatively short and easy trips. It is always better to be prepared… e.g. for bad weather or a sudden drop in your energy levels. The unexpected things are part of the fun!

Remember to thoroughly evaluate the type of route you plan on doing, the locations you intend to cross and the current season. Has it been raining? Attention: The paths may be slippery and require more caution.

What do I need to bring on my bike tour?

An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route)
Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars)
Waterproof / Windproof jacket
A spare top / spare socks (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold).
Suncream
Sunglasses
Bike gloves/mitts
Map or GPS device
Bike lights: best placed on your helmet or handlebars. (It is always best to be prepared)
Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns
First aid kit
Emergency whistle

It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.

Emergency telephone number 112.

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