Nus Castello di Pilato
A road cycling route starting from Nus
Exploring the medieval castles of Nus and Fénis
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This route takes you through the beautiful Valle d'Aosta, showcasing some of its most stunning castles. Starting in Nus, you'll visit the Castello di Pilato and continue on to the charming town of Fénis, where you can explore the impressive Fénis Castle. With a moderate ascent and a distance of 53km, this road cycling route is suitable for intermediate cyclists. Enjoy the scenic views and medieval history along the way.
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1442 m
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Start: Nus Village centerNus: Challenging climbs and scenic routes in the Aosta Valley, Italy.
Nus is a locality in Valle d’Aosta/Vallée d’Aoste, Italy. Nus offers a mix of challenging climbs and scenic routes, making it a great destination for road and gravel cyclists. The roads are generally in good condition, though caution should be exercised on certain sections due to heavier traffic. Cyclists visiting Nus can explore nearby well-known climbs such as the Col de Joux, famous for its appearance in the Giro d'Italia. With the stunning backdrop of the Aosta Valley, Nus has plenty to offer for cycling enthusiasts.0 km
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Castello di PilatoCastleVisit the medieval Castello di Pilato, an architectural masterpiece.
10 km
10 km
RapyHamletDiscover the quaint village of Rapy, surrounded by picturesque landscapes.
18 km
18 km
Colle di San Pantaleone1650 mMountain PassClimb Colle di San Pantaleone and enjoy panoramic views of the valley.
31 km
31 km
BuissonVillagePass through Buisson, a traditional village with charming architecture.
46 km
46 km
Belvedere ChambaveViewpointTake in the breathtaking view from the Belvedere Chambave lookout.
46 km
46 km
ChambaveVillageExplore the quaint town of Chambave, known for its vineyards and traditional architecture.
51 km
51 km
Castello di FénisCastleMarvel at the impressive Castello di Fénis, one of the most important medieval castles in Italy.
53 km
53 km
Finish: Nus Village centerNus: Challenging climbs and scenic routes in the Aosta Valley, Italy.
Cycling routes from Nus:
Castello di Pilato - Castello di Quart - Roisan - Castello Passerin d'Entrèves - Prarayer Fénis - Belvedere Chambave - Castello Gamba - Castello di Pilato Medieval Castles of Fénis and Saint-Marcel Castello di Pilato - Castello Passerin d'Entrèves - Château Verdun - Grande Chenalette - Great St Bernard Pass - Moulin de Valsorey - Petite Chenalette - Saint-Rhémy - Casaforte di Rhins - Casaforte di Povil Chambave - Belvedere Chambave - Amay - Mont de Fremies - Champoluc - Colle Della Bettaforca - Gressoney-La-Trinité - Issime - Pont-Saint-Martin - Vista sul forte di Bard - Mont Tsailleun - Fénis The Gravel Adventure Nus Castello di Pilato Castello di Pilato - Pollein - Vieyes - Cogne - Castello di Jovençan - Castello di Nus Sarre Castello di Pilato Nus Gravel Adventure