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With a length of about kilometers, a positive elevation gain of 1,000 meters and an average gradient close to 11 percent, the climb from Gordona to Alpe Cermine is certainly no walk in the park. However, the effort is rewarded by countless exciting views of the entire Valchiavenna valley.

The climb begins in Era, the capital of the municipality of Samolaco, at km 5 of provincial road 2 (“Trivulzia”). It is necessary to be very careful in the first part: you must first go along via Roma and, when you arrive at the fork after the bridge, follow the signs for the church on […]

The adventure begins already on the Trivulzia Provincial Road: even the 800 meters before the junction for Valbodengo have uphill characteristics for those coming from Colico. At the crucial junction before the bridge over the Crezza stream, a left turn towards Valbodengo marks the entrance into a different world. The first stretch through Gordona still […]

At the end of the village of Campodolcino, follow the provincial road SP1 sunken into the narrow valley floor to the picturesque village of Isola, of which you follow the municipal road and then turn left in front of the historic Cardinello inn, an important stopping point on the Via Spluga. From here you follow […]

A short but intense climb, a favorite of local cyclists to warm up their legs before continuing on to the Spluga Pass. The small village in the hamlet of Fraciscio, home of saint Don Luigi Guanella, is characterized by a welcoming atmosphere and the hospitality of its inhabitants. Lying on the orographic right bank, this […]

This hamlet of Campodolcino is located on the right side of the valley in a panoramic position and is 1,565 meters above sea level on one of the minor shelves below the large rocky escarpment that truncates the Pian dei Cavalli and Piana di San Sisto to the east. Once at the top there is […]

At the top, gathered in a few houses, stands the village of Pianazzola, sun-kissed even in winter and nestled in a scenic spot. The itinerary starts from the center of Chiavenna, nine are the hairpin bends and almost 5 km lead to the village, located at 635 m above sea level, offering a unique panorama: […]

Located between the Rhaetian and Lepontine Alps, Valchiavenna forms a natural corridor linking Lake Como with Alpine crossings connecting Italy to Northern Europe. This geographical setting makes the area particularly suited to cycling, with landscapes ranging from the valley floor to the higher elevations of Madesimo and the Valle Spluga. The valley’s cycling network is […]

Located in the heart of the Skiarea Valchiavenna, Made Bike Park is a key destination for downhill and enduro mountain bike enthusiasts. Set on the alpine slopes of Valle Spluga, the park uses the ski lifts to allow riders to quickly reach higher elevations and enjoy descents through a spectacular mountain environment. The park features […]

From the Italian side, the ascent begins in Chiavenna: its length of no less than 32 kilometers and positive elevation gain of about 1,500 make it an undertaking suitable only for those with sufficient training. From the point of view of gradients, however, there are no major difficulties, except in the last section. In Villa […]

Starting from the Church of San Vittore in Mese, we enter Via Cappella Grande, skirting the important hydroelectric power plant. Keeping to the right, the road begins to climb into Via Madonna delle Grazie and continues into Via Motto. After about 250 m we turn right in the direction of Albareda. Restarting, the road continues […]

After the short detour to Lotteno, continue on and you reach the small but characteristic villages of Uschione and Nesossi. For those who wish, one can continue for a few more kilometers toward Monte Pradella in view of Val Bregaglia, or take, before Uschione, the second detour to the right, which enters the valley of […]

In recent years, Valchiavenna has increasingly invested in outdoor cycling activities, complementing its Alpine routes and mountain trails with new spaces dedicated to learning and technical skills. The pump track was created with this purpose: to provide an inclusive environment where people can safely learn to ride, improve their bike handling and develop balance and […]

The Raetica Classica links St. Moritz and the Engadin with Valchiavenna and Valtellina through a circular route that can be travelled by bicycle and integrated with buses and railway lines. The project was created to promote a cross-border area rich in landscapes, traditions and cultural heritage, offering a slow and accessible travel experience. The itinerary […]

The right opportunity to visit its surroundings with an unprecedented overview of Valchiavenna under the gaze of the southwest face of Pizzo di Prata. In addition, for those who use a full bike-that is, one that has both front and rear forks-and have downhill skills, there is also a chance to ride a technical and […]

The climb starts from the fork in the Trivulza Provincial Road (km 11.6), just before the bridge over the Crezza stream, where a right turn toward Coloredo and Menarola marks the beginning of the adventure. The initial route skirts the crystal-clear waters of the Crezza, which rushes down from the Forcola Valley, offering striking views […]

A walk through the streets of downtown Chiavenna to admire historic buildings, museums and stores is definitely a good idea before getting on the bike. Leaving the heart of the town, you begin to climb in altitude, facing a first sloping section at the height of the nucleus of Bette. It continues uphill alongside the […]

Situated at over 2,100 metres above sea level, the pass links Valle Spluga with the Canton of Graubünden, following one of the oldest Alpine crossings between the Mediterranean region and Northern Europe. Since Roman times, this route has played a key role in trade and communication across the Central Alps, maintaining its strategic and cultural […]

Running along the valley floor and following the course of the Mera River, the Valchiavenna Cycle Path offers one of the most accessible and immersive ways to explore the territory between Lake Como and Chiavenna. The route crosses a variety of natural settings, alternating river sections, green areas, small villages and alpine views for much […]