Challenging route to discover all the beauty of the Val di Gresta and its villages.
A challenging mbt excursion that takes us on a discovery of the Gresta Valley area and its villages. The first part of the route is on a false level and downhill through the woods and nature trails, before turning into a very long climb and finally downhill.
A fairly long and difficult route due to the various changes in gradient.
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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
1. Always wear your helmet.
2. Plan your ride.
3. You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
4. Let your speed be determined by your experience.
5. Ride slowly on crowded trails, overtake with politeness and respect.
6. Cycle only on authorized and open trails.
7. Avoid muddy trails in order not to damage them further.
8. Respect public and private property.
9. Always be self-sufficient.
10. 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.
Leaving the village of Ronzo-Chienis, we continue on to Passo Santa Barbara, from where we begin to descend along the path that leads to the various villages and then ascend alongside Monte Biaena and Monte Somator until we reach Passo Bordala. Once reached, descend to the starting point.
The Valle di Gresta area can be reached from the other centres of Garda Trentino by extra-urban bus line 332 (Rovereto - Mori - Riva del Garda - Arco - Bolognano).
Once you get off at the bus stop in Mori you can catch the bus that will take you to the historic centre of Ronzo-Chienis via the extra-urban line 310 (Rovereto - Mori - S. Felice - Ronzo Chienis), alternatively we suggest you continue by bike shuttle that will take you to Ronzo
Parking Ronzo-Chienis
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?
It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.
Emergency telephone number 112.
