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Monte Velo - Passo Santa Barbara - Monte Bondone

Valle dei Laghi, Dro & Drena, Val di Gresta, Arco, Riva del Garda

Category
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
7:00
Duration in hours
Distance
102.7
Distance in km
Status
open
Suggested period
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Almost 3000 metres of steep gradient for one of the toughest routes we offer for road bikes. Three climbs, each one harder than the one before, complete an extremely popular loop, a particular favourite with climbers.

This itinerary proposes a variant of the classic Mount Velo loop, upping both its distance and its difficulty. After climbing to the Santa Barbara Pass, we descend towards Ronzo-Chienis, but instantly make our way back up again through another pass, nestled in the vegetable gardens of the Val di Gresta. At the Bordala Pass, a long downhill section begins, leading to the foot of Mount Bondone, the mountain overlooking Trento. Another ascent leads to the Viote basin of Mount Bondone, at an altitude of 1570 metres. We return to the Garda area through the Cavedine Valley.

A very taxing route designed for those who like a challenge. Three climbs for true grimpeurs, rewarded by three very pleasant downhill stretches. Those who might want to spare themselves the last uphill section can return through the Lagarina Valley but should follow the specific itinerary provided for this route.

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details
  • Scenic
  • Insider tip
  • Summit route
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Flora
Route info
Difficult
Route number
Distance
102,7 km
Duration
7 h 00 min
Altitude difference (+)
2.726 m
Altitude difference (-)
2.738 m
Technical skills
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1.566 m
Lowest point
69 m
Suggestions

All the climbs of the day are very hard, but there are also lots of bends: make the most of them to catch your breath between one steep slope and another!

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