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Morbio Inferiore - Castel San Pietro - Belmonte loop


A road cycling route starting from Castel San Pietro

A challenging road route with breathtaking views and a mix of flat sections and climbs

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This route takes you from Morbio Inferiore to Castel San Pietro and back, with stunning views of the Ticino valley. The route includes challenging ascents, particularly the Collina del Penz and Monte di Travedona. Highlights along the way include the picturesque towns of Belmonte, Cartabbia, and Besozzo. Overall, this route offers a mix of tough climbs and rewarding descents, making it ideal for experienced cyclists. The route is suitable for road bikes and has a difficulty rating of 4 out of 5. It offers an epic cycling experience with an epicness rating of 4 out of 5.

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101 km
1690 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Morbio Inferiore Village center
Castel San Pietro: Challenge yourself with the legendary climbs and awe-inspiring landscapes of Castel San Pietro.
Castel San Pietro is a locality situated in the Ticino region of Switzerland. The area offers scenic road and gravel cycling opportunities with stunning mountain vistas. Cyclists can enjoy riding through mountainous landscapes characterized by panoramic views, deep valleys, and picturesque villages. Castel San Pietro provides challenging climbs and thrilling descents, making it suitable for experienced cyclists seeking an adrenaline rush. A famous cycling spot near Castel San Pietro is the Nufenen Pass, known for its high altitude, serpentine roads, and association with some of the legendary cycling events. Cycling in Castel San Pietro guarantees breathtaking adventures and memorable experiences.
Morbio InferioreVillage
Morbio Inferiore: A charming town with beautiful architecture and historic sites.
Collina del Penz491 mPeak
Collina del Penz: A challenging climb with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Belmonte421 mPeak
Belmonte: A picturesque town with colorful houses and an impressive castle.
CartabbiaVillage
Cartabbia: A quaint village surrounded by lush green hills and vineyards.
Monte di Travedona355 mPeak
Monte di Travedona: An iconic and demanding climb that rewards cyclists with stunning views at the top.
BesozzoVillage
Besozzo: A charming town known for its historic buildings and lively local culture.
Monte Mondonico801 mPeak
Monte Mondonico: A challenging climb with panoramic views of Lake Maggiore.
GannaVillage
Ganna: A small but scenic village with a vibrant cycling community.
Cuasso al PianoVillage
Cuasso al Piano: A historic village with ancient churches and medieval architecture.
Crocetta530 mPeak
Crocetta: A popular spot for taking a break and enjoying the surrounding natural beauty.
Foto-Spot MendrisioViewpoint
Foto-Spot Mendrisio: A stunning location to capture memorable cycling pictures.
LovercianoHamlet
Loverciano: A small village with charming scenery, but no specific cycling highlights.
Finish: Morbio Inferiore Village center
Castel San Pietro: Challenge yourself with the legendary climbs and awe-inspiring landscapes of Castel San Pietro.

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