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Monte Carasso Adventure


A gravel cycling route starting from Monte Carasso

An adventurous gravel ride with scenic highlights

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Embark on an adventurous gravel ride with stunning highlights along the way. This challenging route includes a total ascent of 436 meters and covers a distance of 42 kilometers. Explore the beautiful areas surrounding Monte Carasso, including Vira (Gambarogno), with its charming village atmosphere. Take in the breathtaking views of Lake Maggiore and enjoy the tranquility of Piazzogna. This scenic ride will take you through Cugnasco, Sementina, and eventually back to Monte Carasso. Get ready for an exciting gravel adventure filled with picturesque landscapes and unforgettable highlights.

gravel
42 km
436 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Monte Carasso Village center
Monte Carasso: Monte Carasso, Ticino: A Road Cyclist's Paradise
Monte Carasso in Ticino, Switzerland is a great locality for road and gravel cyclists. The region offers stunning mountain views, challenging climbs, and smooth, well-maintained roads. Cyclists can enjoy the famous Gotthard Pass nearby, which offers a legendary climb with breathtaking scenery. Monte Carasso itself has beautiful countryside roads with minimal traffic, making it an ideal location for peaceful rides. With its proximity to the Swiss Alps, there are plenty of opportunities for adventurous and scenic cycling routes. Overall, Monte Carasso ranks 4 in terms of cycling friendliness and deserves a visit from any cycling enthusiast.
Monte CarassoVillage
Mount Carasso offers scenic views and serves as the starting and ending point of this adventurous gravel ride.
Vira (Gambarogno)Village
Experience the charm of Vira (Gambarogno) as you cycle through this picturesque village.
Lake MaggioreLake
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Maggiore as you ride along the route and take in the stunning panoramic views.
PiazzognaVillage
Piazzogna offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a rest stop along the route.
CugnascoVillage
Cugnasco is a quaint village that you'll encounter during your ride, offering a glimpse into local Swiss culture.
SementinaVillage
Discover the charm of Sementina as you cycle through this traditional Swiss village.
Finish: Monte Carasso Village center
Monte Carasso: Monte Carasso, Ticino: A Road Cyclist's Paradise

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