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Riva San Vitale to Riva San Vitale - Loop Ride
A road cycling route starting from Riva San Vitale
Scenic loop ride with diverse highlights
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Enjoy a scenic loop ride starting and ending in Riva San Vitale, covering a total distance of 126 kilometers with an ascent of 1193 meters. This road cycling route offers a mix of beautiful landscapes, picturesque towns, and cultural highlights. From Montalbano to Besano, you'll have the opportunity to discover stunning views, historic landmarks, and charming villages along the way. Suitable for moderately experienced cyclists.
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Start: Riva San Vitale Village centerRiva San Vitale: Scenic lakefront cycling in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland
Riva San Vitale is a locality located in the Ticino region of Switzerland. From a cyclist's perspective, Riva San Vitale offers beautiful lakeside roads and stunning views of Lake Lugano. The terrain is mostly flat, making it suitable for leisurely rides along the lakefront. While there are no well-known climbs in this area, cyclists can venture to nearby Monte Generoso for a challenging ascent. Additionally, Riva San Vitale is home to Gatti Cycling Performance Center, a renowned cycling training facility. Overall, Riva San Vitale is a pleasant locality for cyclists looking for scenic lakefront routes and the opportunity to train at a professional facility.7 km
7 km
Montalbano439 mPeakExperience the beauty of Montalbano and enjoy panoramic vistas.
16 km
16 km
BinagoVillagePass through the charming town of Binago along the route.
41 km
41 km
SamarateTownExplore the historic town of Samarate with its cultural landmarks.
50 km
50 km
TornaventoVillage ViewpointVisit Tornavento and discover its historical significance.
72 km
72 km
Castelletto sopra TicinoVillageCycle through Castelletto sopra Ticino and admire its scenic beauty.
91 km
91 km
Lake VareseLakeEnjoy the beauty of Lake Varese and its tranquil surroundings.
95 km
95 km
GavirateVillageVisit the charming town of Gavirate with its beautiful architecture.
108 km
108 km
Monte Monarco854 mPeakChallenge yourself with the ascent to the summit of Monte Monarco.
114 km
114 km
BesanoVillageDiscover the historic town of Besano and its cultural heritage.
126 km
126 km
Riva San VitaleVillageStart and end your journey in the charming town of Riva San Vitale.
126 km
126 km
Finish: Riva San Vitale Village centerRiva San Vitale: Scenic lakefront cycling in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland
Cycling routes from Riva San Vitale:
Scenic Ride to Saltrio Mendrisio and Capolago Loop Riva San Vitale to Monte Cucco Riva San Vitale and Ronago Loop Riva San Vitale to Brusimpiano Ticino Mountain Challenge Riva San Vitale to Riva San Vitale - Loop Ride Riva San Vitale to Mendrisio Riva San Vitale to Mendrisio - Challenging Climb Lugano and Lago di Lugano Adventure Riva San Vitale - Lago di Lugano - Besano - Poncione di Ganna - Rancio Valcuvia - Germignaga - Monte Clivio - Agno - Monte San Salvatore - Melano Mendrisio and the Lombard Loop Riva San Vitale - Montalbano - Binago - Gallarate - Tornavento - Oleggio - Borgo Ticino - Monte Le Casacce - Bregano - Monte Monarco - Arcisate - Morcote - Lago di Lugano Chiasso and Lake Como Adventure
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Mendrisio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/ticino/mendrisio-5.webp)
![Image of Ligornetto](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/ticino/ligornetto-4.webp)
![Image of Saltrio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/lombardia/saltrio-5.webp)
![Image of Castel San Pietro](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/ticino/castel-san-pietro-4.webp)
![Image of Clivio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/lombardia/clivio-5.webp)
![Image of Viggiù](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/lombardia/viggiu-5.webp)
![Image of Porto Ceresio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/lombardia/porto-ceresio-5.webp)
![Image of Melide](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/ticino/melide-1.webp)
![Image of Besano](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/lombardia/besano-4.webp)