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Maglio Valley and Tesoro Mountain Loop
A gravel cycling route starting from Altofonte
Explore the scenic Maglio Valley and climb up to Monte Tesoro
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This gravel route takes you through the beautiful Maglio Valley and up to the summit of Monte Tesoro. Along the way, you'll encounter highlights such as Piano Maglio, Cozzo Sella, Cozzo Quadarone, and Cozzo di Castro. The route covers a distance of 45 km with an ascent of 1319 meters. It offers a moderate difficulty level and an epicness rating of 4.
gravel
45 km
1319 m
Tough
Route profile
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Start: Altofonte Village centerAltofonte: Exploring Altofonte by bike: Challenging climbs and scenic countryside routes
Altofonte is a town situated in Sicily, Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, Altofonte offers a mix of challenging climbs and scenic countryside routes. The roads in the area are mostly paved, providing good cycling conditions. One of the famous cycling spots near Altofonte is the climb to the Bosco della Giumenta, which offers beautiful views of the surrounding nature reserve. Another popular route for cyclists is the loop around Lake Piana di Palermo. Overall, Altofonte is a suitable locality for road cyclists and nature enthusiasts, with its combination of challenging climbs and peaceful countryside.1 km
1 km
Piano MaglioHamletPiano Maglio is a small village known for its picturesque charm.
4 km
4 km
Cozzo Sella599 mPeakCozzo Sella is a scenic overlook that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
23 km
23 km
Monte Tesoro269 mPeakAt an altitude of 23 meters, Monte Tesoro provides magnificent views of the Sicilian landscape.
32 km
32 km
Cozzo Quadarone626 mPeakCozzo Quadarone is a challenging climb that rewards cyclists with stunning views at the top.
43 km
43 km
Cozzo di Castro553 mPeakCozzo di Castro, at an elevation of 43 meters, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
45 km
45 km
Finish: Altofonte Village centerAltofonte: Exploring Altofonte by bike: Challenging climbs and scenic countryside routes
Cycling routes from Altofonte:
Maglio Valley and Tesoro Mountain Loop Albanesi and Pietralunga Endurance Ride Gela Corleone Circuit Exploring Monte Jato and Montelepre Mezzagno to Belmonte Mezzagno Loop Altofonte - Cozzo Paparina Loop Altofonte - Belmonte Mezzagno Loop Altofonte - Marineo Loop Altofonte - Bolognetta Loop Altofonte - Cozzo Scarpa Loop Cycling through Sicilian Mountains and Villages
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