Sport E Relax in Bici - Roadbook

BIKE SPORTS AND RELAXATION

Cross-border cooperation programme Italy – Switzerland 2007/2013

ROADBOOK

Province of Como Province of Lecco Municipality of Municipality of ITALY ITALY Cannobio Brissago ITALY (VB) SWITZERLAND (TI) Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

Index

PROVINCE OF COMO ...... 3 CO01-HILL CLIMB BELLAGIO GHISALLO ...... 4 CO0101-DREAMING AMONG HISTORICAL VILLAS AND THEIR PARKS ...... 6 CO0102 –SCENIC WATER VIEWS BETWEEN LIGHTS AND ANCIENT LEGENDS ...... 8 CO0103-ROMANESQUE IN LARIAN TRIANGLE, TRACES OF OLD PEOPLE'S FAITH .... 10 CO02-HILL CLIMB NESSO-COLMA DI SORMANO ...... 12 CO0201-DISCOVERING THE VALUABLE FRESCOES OF THE LARIAN MASTERS (route A) ...... 14 CO0201-DISCOVERING THE VALUABLE FRESCOES OF THE LARIAN MASTERS (route B) ...... 16 CO0202-IN DEFENSE OF THE TERRITORY. TOUR BETWEEN THE ANCIENT FORTIFICATIONS ...... 18 CO0203 – ARTE EN PLEIN AIR… SEGANTINI IN CAGLIO ...... 20 CO03-HILL CLIMB ONNO VALBRONA ...... 22 CO0301-PLACES OF SORROW: TOUR IN THE ANCIENT LAZARETS ...... 24 CO0302-AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS: HAVING A GENUINE DIET ...... 26 CO0303-FRESH AND CLEAR WATER. ANCIENT SOURCES IN LARIAN TRIANGLE ...... 28

PROVINCE OF LECCO ...... 30 LC01-HILL CLIMB BALLABIO-RESINELLI ...... 31 LC0101-HISTORY OF VALSASSINA CULT: AMONG BELLS AND MELODIES OF ORGANS ...... 33 LC0102-THE CHARM OF TIME: TOUR AMONG HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AND MODERN SCULPTURES ...... 35 LC0103-CYCLING PATH ALONG PIOVERNA STREAM...... 37

MUNICIPALITY OF CANNOBIO ...... 39 CA01- HILL CLIMB CANNOBIO-SANT'AGATA ...... 40 CA0101-BACK TO PAST A TOUR IN MEDIEVAL CANNOBIO ...... 42 CA0102-ALONG THE CANNOBINO RIVER FROM DOWNSTREAM TO UPSTREAM ...... 44 CA0103-THE SUN AND OLD TIME MEASUREMENTS, SUNDIALS ...... 46

MUNICIPALITY OF BRISSAGO ...... 48 BS01-SPORT TRACK BRISSAGO-MERGUGNO ...... 49 BS0101-WORSHIP PLACES: CHURCHES, SHRINES AND VOTIVE CHAPELS ...... 51 BS0102-BUILDINGS AND HISTORIC CHARACTERS ...... 53 BS02-SPORT TRACK BRISSAGO-CORTACCIO ...... 55

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

PROVINCE OF COMO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO01-HILL CLIMB BELLAGIO GHISALLO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO01 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Hill climb sports track

Length: 11 km Starting altitude:202 m Maximum altitude: 756 m Ascent average: 5.3%

Total ascent: 584 m Overall descent: 30 m

DESCRIPTION

The proposed route and one of the most famous in the Province of Como. It is a demanding technical track. Although the average climb roams on slopes slightly above 5%, the route includes sections with a slope of more than 11%. The proposed route starts from the car park in Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini (waypoint TRACK - CO01_01). From here you continue up to 260 m in direction S to the parking in the vicinity of the ferry pier. Here, turn left to Via Parco Martiri dell Libertà. The road, is 415 m long, leads the intersection with Via Valassina (waypoint TRACK - CO01_02). Following Via Valassina for 950 m you reach the junction with the SS583. Carry straight on, leaving Villa Giulia on the left, and facing few twists and turns uphill, which quickly leads to the roundabout where the SS583 goes towards Lecco. You keep right and keep going along Via Valassina-SP41. Here starts the most challenging part of the climb, very steep in the locality of the Mills Perlo, which has a length of 4.2 km and an average gradient of 8.5%, with peaks of 11%, leading to the flat section that develops in the municipality of Civenna. From the locality Guello, routes 6.4 km from the start, it develops a flat stretch, with some slightly sloping, which 3.1 km after the village of Civenna, leads to the last part of the climb. This section of track has a slope of 8, 5%, allowing you to overcome a height difference of 137 m in 1.6 km. The route ends at the step of Ghisallo (waypoint TRACK - CO01_09). Near arrival you will find the church of the Madonna del Ghisallo (Waypoint POI - CO01_07) and the museum of cycling (Waypoint POI - CO01_08)

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0101-DREAMING AMONG HISTORICAL VILLAS AND THEIR PARKS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0101 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 21 km Starting altitude:244 m Maximum altitude: 293 m Ascent average: 0,4%

Journey cycling time: 2h Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you mostly along paved roads and partly within city streets. Given the length of the path and the prevailing development along major roads, we recommend a distance cycling. Departure from the parking Viale Vitali (waypoint TRACK - CO0101_01). At the exit of the parking turn left and continue along Via Vitali-SS583 in a westerly direction for 470 m. Once in the vicinity of the intersection of the SS583 and Via P. Carcano, turn right. The road goes slightly downhill to the lake, and runs along along Via Lungolago Europa. Overall this section is 830 m long. Near the ferry dock, turn right along the Parco Martiri della Libertà, 415 m long, leads the intersection with Via Valassina. A little over N is Villa Serbelloni (POI waypoints - CO0101_04). Following Via Valassina in direction S for 950 m crosses again the SS583. 150 m further on, on the left, you will find Villa Giulia (Waypoint POI - CO0101_05). Junction with the SS583 follow the road in a westerly direction, passing in front of the starting point (waypoint TRACK - CO0101_01), thus closing a ring, and keep going toward W on the SS583. Arriving back at the intersection of Via P.Carcano SS583 and, this time, keep left and follow the SS583 in the direction of Como. Rising slightly after 120 meters on the right you have a lovely view from the Villa Melzi and its park (Waypoint POI - CO0101_06). walk further 530 m in the direction of Como and cross the bridge over the river Perlo, at a noticeable curve to the left of the main road, keep right and take Via Giovanni XXIII that leads to San Giovanni location. After 190 m, take the lane opposite, Via Rienza, and it runs for 20 m, then turn right into Via dei Pescatori which in 80 m reach the lake (waypoint TRACK - CO0101_11 and waypoints TRACK - CO0101_12) . On the right-Villa Trotti Bentivoglio (Waypoint POI - CO0101_08). The villa is bordered to the NE with Villa Trivulzio, but the latter is only visible from the shore opposite the mouth of the river Perlo (Waypoint POI - CO0101_09). The route continues towards the SW, across the square before the church of San Giovanni and the port until you enter, on the left, Via Loreti. Along the latter, in 190 m with a slight uphill, you are back again on the SS583, which you cross turn right in the direction Como. Now begins a long stretch that leads to the village of Lezzeno. The first part of the route (980 m) is the major climb of the route that leads from an altitude of 223 m to an altitude of 293 m (average climb 7%). The road continues in this direction for 2.7 km fairly easy even with frequent short and low gradients. later begins a downward slope that leads to the village of Lezzeno. Cross the village along the main road and you walk another 2.2 km to the location Pescu. Here, near a small valley in which are obvious recent maintenance plumbing, follow the signs for the retirement home town, turning right and taking the stairs leading to the driveway of Villa Citterio (Waypoint POI - CO0101_15 ). The route is then followed back to 8.3 km to the junction of Via SS583, Via and Via P.Carcano Vitali. Turn right on Via Vitali and after 470 m you return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0102 –SCENIC WATER VIEWS BETWEEN LIGHTS AND ANCIENT LEGENDS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0102 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 27,8 km Starting altitude:244 m Maximum altitude: 293 Ascent average: 0.3%

Journey cycling time: 2h 15’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you along paved roads. Given the length of the trail and development along major roads, we recommend a distance cycling. Departure from the parking Viale Vitali (waypoint TRACK - CO0102_01). At the exit of the parking turn left and continue along Via Vitali-SS583 in a westerly direction for 470 m. Once in the vicinity of the intersection and the SS583 Via P.Carcano, keep left and follow the SS583 in direction of Como. go 650 m in direction of Como, cross the bridge over the river Perlo. Now begins a long stretch that leads to the village of Lezzeno. The first part of the trail (1.2 km) is the major climb of the route that leads from an altitude of 212 m to an altitude of 293 m (average climb 7%). Between the towns of Bellagio and Lezzeno, 1.4 km after the slight ascent, you reach Ponte del Diavolo (Waypoint POI - CO0102_02). From here the route is up to Lezzeno with a succession of spectacular views of the lake and the steep rocky banks, called Sassi Grosgalli (Waypoint POI - CO0102_04). From the locality Grosgalli continue without excessive unevenness for 6.7 km, crossing the town of Bellagio, until you reach the tip Carvagnola (waypoint PDI - CO0102_05), where the direction of the road bends evidently to S. After about 2.8 km you reach the town of Nesso from which you have a beautiful view of the river sull'orrido Nosee (Waypoint POI - CO0102_06). then return to the starting point retracing 13.9 km along the same road.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0103-ROMANESQUE IN LARIAN TRIANGLE, TRACES OF OLD PEOPLE'S FAITH

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0103 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 11,8 km Starting altitude:756 m Maximum altitude: 756 Ascent average: 6%(return)

Journey cycling time: 50’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you along paved roads.it develops along major roads, so it is recommended for cycling. Departure from the parking near the Madonna del Ghisallo (waypoint TRACK - CO0103_01). Just near the parking, you will find the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo (Waypoint POI - CO0103_02) and the Museum of Cycling (Waypoint POI - CO0103_03). At the exit of the parking turn left and continue downhill along the SP41 (Via Adua, then Provincial Road) in direction S. Routes 1.3 km, left behind Magreglio, take Via Volta, turn left, heading towards Barni. After two turns at the end of the descent, Via Volta continues turning right, near a parking on the left. Here you go straight along Via Andreotti that follows for 330 m, then turn right onto Via Rimembranze and after 170 m you reach the parking of the cemetery of Barni, opposite the church of Saints Peter and Paul (Waypoint POI - CO0103_04). Then you retrace the 500 m long Via Rimembranze and Via Andreotti to return again on Via Volta. Once in the vicinity of the parking, which pass on your right, turn left-side along Via Volta and follow it for 130 m until you reach Piazza Pio XI. The main street, now the Via Cristoforo Colombo, continue through the town of Barni and follow it again for 100 m then turn left into Via Europa. Continue for 140 m until the end of the street. Here, near a farm, turn right onto a dirt country road, which in 720 m rejoins the SP41, at the end of the descent, near the source St. Louis. continue along the valley floor of the River Lambro for a further 2.3 km until you reach the church of St. Alexander in the municipality of Lasnigo (Waypoint POI - CO0103_05). then retrace back, in the same route 5.9 km long and return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO02-HILL CLIMB NESSO-COLMA DI SORMANO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO02 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Hill climb sports track

Length: 13,1 km Starting altitude:280 m Maximum altitude: 1135m Ascent average: 6,8%

Total ascent: 855 m Overall descent: //

DESCRIPTION

This is a technical climb, one of the most famous in the Province of Como and of the Larian Triangle. The climb is fairly regular and divided into three parts. A first part rather long and with an average gradient of 7.4% leads from Nesso to Pian del Tivano, which is followed by a flat section that leads to the second stretch of ascent, shorter than the first, but characterized by a greater slope , equal to 9%. Departure from Nesso, at the intersection between the SS583 and Via del Tivano (waypoint TRACK - CO02_01). The time trial is developed along this road without any possibility of error to the village of Erno. 9 Winding paths and 6.2 km climb, follow the main road that crosses the bridge over the Valley Loarno. We will skip any deviation and leaving the village of Veleso just above on the left, past another bridge and go up the hairpin bends of Via Giuseppe Giovio in Zelbio. Cross the village and in 2.8 km you will reach the Pian del Tivano. Here the road leads up to 1.5 km, crossing one of the most beautiful places of the Larian Triangle (waypoint IMAGE - CO02_02), rich in karst where it is, with 60 km of development, the most extensive cave system of Italy (Complex karst Valley Nosee). It then leads to the last part of the climb, which with 1.6 kilometers from 986 m to 1135 m Pian del Tivano Colma di Sormano where the arrival of the hill climb (waypoint TRACK – CO02_03).

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0201-DISCOVERING THE VALUABLE FRESCOES OF THE LARIAN MASTERS (route A)

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

NOTE: CO0201 Track is composede by two different subtraks, separately described

CO0201 A – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 14,4 km Starting altitude:280 m Maximum altitude: 387 m Ascent average:2,4% (return)

Journey cycling time: 2h Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you mostly along paved roads. it develops along major roads, so it is recommended for cycling. Departure from Nesso, at the intersection between the SS583 and Via del Tivano (waypoint TRACK - CO0201A_01). Follow Via del Tivano uphill for 1.6 km and after 2 turns, you'll find the parking near Via Santa Maria. Taking it, keeping the left, in 20 m you reach the small church of Santa Maria in Vico (Waypoint POI - CO0201A_02). Go back down, then, reaching the SS583 and follow in directions S Pognana Lario. After 4.8 km traveled without excessive gradients, enter the town of Pognana, turn left and go up the hairpin bends of Via A. Moro. After 550 m you will reach the end of the road, where you turn right in Via Canzaga penetrating the narrow streets of the village.go for 80 m long Canzaga Street, then turn left into Via Al Pozzo. Tracks 20 m and keep right and in 160 meters you will reach the Church of San Rocco (Waypoint POI - CO0201A_03). back to the SS583, following the same path uphill, then turn left, heading S. After 2.6 km without major elevation changes, a stretch slightly downhill of 2 km leads to the village of Torno, via Faggeto Lario. After the descent, turn right and go along Via Plinio and down again before entering an alley with few steps, until you reach the harbor where you will find the church of Santa Tecla (Waypoint POI - CO0201A_06). Retrace then back the same route forward and in 6.5 km you'll get to the starting point

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0201-DISCOVERING THE VALUABLE FRESCOES OF THE LARIAN MASTERS (route B)

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0201 B – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 13,6 km Starting altitude:767 m Maximum altitude: 817 m Ascent average:5,7% (return)

Journey cycling time: 1h 45’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary develops partly in ring.it is entirely on paved roads, some of which are characterized by a discrete traffic. For these reasons, it is a recommended route for cycling and not for walking. Departure from Sormano, parking in Via Pian del Tivano (waypoint TRACK - CO0201B_01). Leaving the car park, turn left and walk down Via Pian del Tivano, which later becomes Via Monti di Sera. After 2.4 km and 9 hairpin bends on the left side of the street is the church of Saints Nazario and Celso (Waypoint POI - CO0201B_02). Keep going downhill on Via Monti di Sera for another 780 m (3 turns) to engage on Via La Fola descending from Rezzago. At the stop sign, turn left and go down the other 970 m until you reach the SP41 of Valassina. In the vicinity of the bridge on the Lambro, at the stop sign, keep the left and go up the valley along the SP 41 uphill. After 1.5 km paths and past the turning for Lasnigo, we reach the church of Saint Alexander (Waypoint POI - CO0201B_03). Then trace back the route to go back at the intersection of Via La Fola and Via Monti di Sera, after returning to the bridge over the River Lambro and leaving the SP41 turn right and go up from the valley floor. The path back to the intersection is slightly descending for the first 1.6 kilometers, and then uphill for the remaining 900 m. After the intersection, go straight, uphill along Via La Fola towards Rezzago. After 400 m you reach La Fola, cross the bridge over the river and keep going along the main road from here it takes the name of Via Santa Valeria. On uphill, past a first bend to the right and after the straight uphill, at a later return to the left is the square that gives access to the church of Santi Cosma e Damiano (Waypoint POI - CO0201B_04). To return to the starting point close the ring and then continue uphill towards Caglio, from where the road goes flat and then downhill to the parking of Via Pian del Tivano in Sormano. From the church of Santi Cosma e Damiano, to close the loop you have to go through a total of 4.1 km with an elevation gain of 167 m followed by a descent of 50 m in altitude.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0202-IN DEFENSE OF THE TERRITORY. TOUR BETWEEN THE ANCIENT FORTIFICATIONS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0202 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 25,3 km Starting altitude:767 m Maximum altitude: 767 m Ascent average:4,5%

Journey cycling time: 2h 15’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The route is mainly developed on the same route, with the exception of two small rings, one in the area of Barni and the other in the area of Asso. It is almost exclusively on paved roads, some of which are characterized by a discrete traffic. For these reasons, together with the fact that it is a rather long path, the route is recommended for cycling and not for pedestrian tourism. Particularly difficult and the return from Asso to Sormano, uphill, at the end of the path. Departure from Sormano, parking in Via Pian del Tivano (waypoint TRACK - CO0202_01). Just S of the parking l, on the slopes of the hill in front, there is a stretch of medieval walls rebuilt within a private property (Waypoint POI - CO0202_02). Leaving the car park, turn left and walk down Via Pian the Tivano, which becomes Via Monti di Sera. Keep going downhill on Via Monti di Sera for 3.2 km until grafted onto Via La Fola descending from Rezzago. At the stop sign, turn left and go down the other 970 m until you reach the SP41 of Valassina. In the vicinity of the bridge on the Lambro, at the stop sign, keep the left and go up the valley along the SP 41 uphill. after 1.5 km and past the turning for Lasnigo, we reach the church of San Alessandro. The route now proceeds without major gradients for a further 2.3 km to the beginning of the climb to Magreglio. Stay on the right and instead of going up, go along the plain of Barni through an easy dirt road. Do it for all the 720 m long, until it ends in the vicinity of a farm, where you turn left onto Via Europa. The fund returns to be paved. It continues in a westerly direction for 140 m, then turn right through Barni first along Via Cristoforo Colombo (first 100 m), then Piazza Pio XI and finally Via Volta for another 130 m. Once in the vicinity of the intersection with Via Andreotti and the car park in Piazza Caminada, always follow Via Volta turning left and start the climb. 520 meters further on the right, is the place where the ancient castle of Barni was built (Waypoint POI - CO0202_03). The climb continues for another 180 m until you reach the SP41. Then turn right and follow down the SP41 to the source St. Louis and then go back again. Overall, after taking the SP41 just S of Magreglio, go 5 km downhill to return to the junction for Sormano-Rezzago-Caglio. Continue straight ahead along the SP41 for another 760 m, in the town of Asso, and then turn right into Via Bellagio Provincial, entering the village of Asso. In the village you follow Via Merzario first and then Via Ratti and Piazza Ratti, following the obligations of management for the circulation town. Then, take Via Rimembranze and Via Castello that in 300 m ends on the SP41. In the center of Asso are the remains of an ancient fortification (POI waypoints – CO0202_04).go for 260 m along the SP41 and, pass the town hall of Asso, turn right into Via Romagnoli. Continue to the bridge over Lambro which starts turning left. Please note: This section is pedestrian and thus remember it if you are with your bike. After the bridge, follow the lane uphill to the junction with and Via Lazzaretto and Via Santi Giovanni e Paolo, take it, turn left and follow it for 590 m entering the fraction of Scarenna where there is a historical Medieval core (Waypoint POI - CO0202_05). At the end of the descent, begins the return path. First, go straight on in Via A. De Gasperi. At the roundabout, go straight on in Via Valsecchi and then in Via Gramsci, following the obligations of management. Once in the vicinity of the river Lambro, continue along the road by turning left and 270 m you reach the bridge of Via Oltolina. Crossed the Lambro and back on the SP41, turn left and follow this road always in the direction of Bellagio. After 2.8 kilometers, mostly uphill, you reach the junction for Rezzago, Caglio and Sormano. Turning left and go for 4.1 kilometers to return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0203 – ARTE EN PLEIN AIR… SEGANTINI IN CAGLIO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0203 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 8,7 km Starting altitude:767 m Maximum altitude: 817 m Ascent average:5,5%

Journey cycling time: 1h Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary develops ring. It is exclusively on paved roads, some of which are characterized by a discrete traffic. For these reasons, it is a recommended route for cycling and not for walking. However, in the village of Caglio,it is based an artistic-cultural journey discovering Segantini fully enjoyable by pedestrians. Departure from Sormano, parking in Via Pian del Tivano (waypoint TRACK - CO0203_01). Leaving the car park, turn left and walk down Via Pian del Tivano, which becomes Via Monti di Sera. Keep going downhill on Via Monti di Sera for 3.2 km until grafted onto Via La Fola descending from Rezzago. Here you turn right and go straight, uphill along Via La Fola towards Rezzago. After 400 m you reach La Fola, cross the bridge over the river and keep going along the main road, which from here takes the name of Via Santa Valeria. Uphill again, past a first bend on the right and after the straight uphill there is a second bend on the left near the church of Sainti Cosma and Damiano. Continue beyond the village of Rezzago you'll find other 5 turns and in 2.2 km you reach Caglio. Between the town hall and the parish church is the access route for your visit to the permanent exhibition dedicated to the Segantini (Waypoint POI - Co0203_03), while just N is the church of Santa Valeria (Waypoint POI - Co0203_02 ). To return to the starting point close ring and Continue past Caglio, where the road goes flat and then downhill to the parking of Via Pian del Tivano in Sormano. By the Municipality of Caglio, to close the loop you have to go through a total of 1.8 kilometers.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO03-HILL CLIMB ONNO VALBRONA

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO03 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Hill climb sports track

Length: 5,2 km Starting altitude:212 m Maximum altitude: 499 m Ascent average:5,3%

Total ascent: 287 m Overall descent: //

DESCRIPTION

This climb completes the panorama of the classic cycling routes of the Larian Triangle. While not particularly demanding, brings the rider in a fairly regular and consistent trial, providing an excellent roadmap for training to climb more physically demanding routes. Starting from the town of Onno, on the western shore of the Lecco branch of the lake, the intersection of Via Garibaldi (SS583) Via Bezzecca (waypoint TRACK - CO03_01). The first 880 m are developed between the houses of the upper part of Onno, then you will discover 2 turns introducing the most scenic part of the track. In the central part, in fact, the climb winds through steep cliffs overlooking the lake where you can enjoy some of the very picturesque views of Lake Como and the Grigna. Then you reach the location where the strain begins a stretch well shaded that leads to the end of the slope where the slope becomes slightly less pronounced. The climb ends in Valbrona, in Osigo location (waypoint TRACK - CO03_03).

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0301-PLACES OF SORROW: TOUR IN THE ANCIENT LAZARETS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0301 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 20,9 km Starting altitude:493 m Maximum altitude: 637 m Ascent average:3,8%

Journey cycling time: 1h 30’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you along paved roads. Given the development in part along major roads and considering the length of the route we recommend a distance cycling. Departure from Valbrona, parking area of the sports centre in Via Milano (waypoint TRACK - CO0301_01). Leaving the car park, turn left on Via Milano, down to Onno for 440 m, to the entrance of the trail leading down to the church of Madonna della Febbre (Waypoint POI - CO0301_02), which departs from the right hand side of the road. From the church follow the trail that climbs uphill from Caprante, to enter Via Ziniga. then turn to the right and in 80 meters you go up Via Milano. At the stop sign turn left and go up along the main street, after 440 m there is La Sella di Osigo. straight on for 3 km to the junction with the SP41 in the town of Asso. At the stop sign turn right and follow the SP41 towards Bellagio. After 2.6 km you turn right onto Via Nuova leading to the village of Lasnigo. This road is preety uphill and in 480 m brings you to the crossroad with Via Fioroni where there is a small parking and the bridge over the river Lambretto. then turn to the right, cross the bridge and always uphill, take the road to the right: Via Valmorana. Continue for 60 meters, then keeping the left and go for 380 m leading to the shrine of Morti di Vamorana (Waypoint POI - CO0301_03). Leaving behind the sanctuary, trace back along the road until the junction for Valbrona, for a total of 3.6 kilometers. At the crossroads go straight on and go down in Canzo, passing the village of Asso without deviating from the main road. In Canzo SP41 shortly after you leave the train station Canzo-Asso, turn left after a supermarket onto Via Laguccio. Continue for 420 m to the junction with Via De Gasperi, at the parking of the cemetery. Here we turn left and continue slightly uphill for 450 m through a quiet residential area. At the junction with Via Torre, keep left and continue along Via Castello for 220 m to the entrance of Via Paradiso, which runs for 200 meters, losing a few meters above sea level, until you reach the right bank of the river Ravella. then turn left and cross the bridge that leads to Via Monte Rai. After the bridge, turn left, begin a steep uphill stretch, with a slope of 11%, which leads to cross 230 m Via Gajum. At the end of the hill, turn right and follow Via Gajum towards W. After 190 m, between a group of trees over a small meadow, on the left is the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel (Waypoint POI - CO0301_04). trace back the same route until the junction for Valbrona on SP41 (3.1 km), then turn right and go back to Valbrona, parking in Via Milano, other 3.3 km.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0302-AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS: HAVING A GENUINE DIET

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0302 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 29,7 km Starting altitude:493 m Maximum altitude: 758 m Ascent average:3,6%

Journey cycling time: 2 h 30’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you round on the same route. paved roads, some of which are characterized by a discrete traffic. For these reasons, together with the fact that it is a rather long path, the route is recommended for cycling and not for pedestrian tourism. Departure from Valbrona, parking area of the sports Centre in Via Milano (waypoint TRACK - CO0302_01). Leaving the car park turn right and climb to Osigo, then proceed straight along Via Vittorio Veneto. Routes 360 m from the start, turn right into Via Monte Grappa and follow it for 190 m, then turn left into Via Le Scuole (waypoint PDI - CO0302_02). Return then on Via Vittorio Veneto retracing the opposite Via le Scuole and Via Monte Grappa. Please note: this last part of the track and a unique way and is run through the wrong way to vehicles and this is taken into account if you are on the bike trail. At the stop sign turn right and continue along the plains of Valbrona for another 1.2 km until the village of Visino. Here, at the roundabout, take the third exit: take Via Orsenigo, then turn right in Via Madonna del Ceppo, where it is the second farm proposal(Waypoint POI - CO0302_03). then return to the roundabout in Via Vittorio Veneto and continue turning left in the direction of Asso. Trails 1.7 km you will reach the junction with the SP41. At the stop sign turn right and continue towards Bellagio. Begin the uphill route with an average gradient of 3.6%. After 1.8 km come to a bridge over the river Lambro, near the junction Rezzago-Caglio-Sormano. Here we proceed straight ahead, following the valley of the Lambro to 3.6 km. Passing the town of Lasnigo, just before Barni, the entrance is on the left, well marked, the road that leads to the third farm route (waypoint PDI - CO0302_04). return to the SP41 and before the climb to Magreglio keep the right and go along the plain of Barni through an easy dirt road. Do it for all the 720 m long, until its end in the vicinity of a farm, where you turn left onto Via Europa. The fund returns to be paved. It continues in a westerly direction for 140 m, then turn right through Barni first along Via Cristoforo Colombo (first 100 m), then Piazza Pio XI and finally Via Volta for another 130 m. Once in the vicinity of the intersection with Via Andreotti and the car park in Piazza Caminada, turn right and follow Via Andreotti for 310 m. Leaving on the right the road leading to the cemetery and the church of Saints Peter and Paul, go straight uphill along Via Madonnina. Routes 820 m overcome two bends, turn left onto the road that leads to the fourth farm 640 m reported (Waypoint POI - CO0302_05). The stretch after the town of Barni is the more challenging route, with slopes greater than 10%. return then to Asso through the path followed on the outward and return to the fork 8.5 km to Valbrona. Carry on the SP41, downhill, for other 950 m, therefore, in close proximity to a petrol station, turn right, cross the large bridge that leads to Scarenna. After crossing the bridge, turn left and continue along Via Oltolina for 300 m until you reach a roundabout. Turn right in Via Valsecchi and after 120 m you will reach another roundabout. Continue turning left into Via Caslino for 750 m and then, on the right, you reach the fifth farm proposal (Waypoint POI - CO0302_06). The tour continues again on Via Caslino for another 110 m, then take the country road that is on the left. Follow this road, which extends in a straight line and well shaded by rows of trees that flank it, until you reach the towpath of the River Lambro. turn left and go along the towpath for about 1 km until its end in Via Lambro. Back on the road, turn right into Via al Lambro and follow it for 80 m to the stop. Here, take the pedestrian bridge turn right on the Lambro. At the end of the bridge turn left-side and 80 m get back on the SP41. turn left and return to the fork for Valbrona in 1.2 km. Turn right to Valbrona and 3.3 km to return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0303-FRESH AND CLEAR WATER. ANCIENT SOURCES IN LARIAN TRIANGLE

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CO0303 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 14,1 km Starting altitude:493 m Maximum altitude: 510 m Ascent average:4,8% (rerturn)

Journey cycling time: 1 h 40’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you round on the same route. It goes through paved roads, some of which are characterized by a discrete traffic. For these reasons, the itinerary is recommended for cycling and not for walking. Departure from Valbrona, parking area of the sports Centre in Via Milano (waypoint TRACK - CO0303_01). Leaving the car park, turn left on Via Milano, down to Onno for 190 m to Via San Rocco, which starts turning left. You can go along for 200 meters, then continue straight on Via Colombo. At the end of the road turn right and in 70 meters you will reach the source (St. Charles Waypoint POI - CO0303_02). trace back the path back to Via San Rocco. At the end of Via Colombo, instead of continuing straight along the forward path, turn right into Via Roncareggi. Going all the way, and after 380 m you'll be back on the main street, Via Milano. Please note: this last part of the track is a unique way and is run through the wrong way to vehicles and so take into account if you are on the bike trail. At the intersection with Via Milano, turn right and continue straight for 3.1 km to the junction with the SP41 in the town of Asso. At the junction turn left and descend towards Canzo, passing the village of Asso without deviating from the main road. After 1 km, on the border between the municipalities of Asso and Canzo, on the right is the Vallategna, famous waterfall of the River Foce (Waypoint POI - CO0303_03). in Canzo SP41 shortly after you leave the train station Canzo-Asso, turn left onto Via Laguccio after a supermarket. Continue for 420 m to the junction with Via De Gasperi, at the parking of the cemetery. Here we turn left and continue slightly uphill for 450 m through a quiet residential area. At the junction with Via Torre, keep left and continue along Via Castello for 220 m to the entrance of Via Paradiso, which runs for 200 meters, losing a few meters above sea level, until you reach the right bank of the river Ravella. then turn to the left and cross the bridge that leads to Via Monte Rai. After the bridge, turn left, begin a steep uphill stretch, with a slope of 11%, which leads to cross 230 m Via Gajum. At the end of the climb, come on Via Gajum, continue keeping the left, going up the left bank of the river Ravella. After 420 m you reach the location Gajum, cross the bridge over the Ravella and reach the source Gajum (Waypoint POI - CO0303_04). trace back the same route until the junction for Valbrona on SP41 (3.3 km), then turn right and you'll be back to Valbrona, parking in Via Milano, other 3.3 km.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

PROVINCE OF LECCO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC01-HILL CLIMB BALLABIO-RESINELLI

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC01 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Hill climb sports track

Length: 8,0 km Starting altitude:674 m Maximum altitude: 1289m Ascent average:7,6%

Total ascent: 615 m Overall descent: //

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary is developed entirely on city paved streets. The track has a regular slope, steep, and although it is not too long the climb is very hard. The guarantee of a good shade is however an element of comfort. The itinerary starts from Ballabio, just after the exit from the roundabout of SP62 (waypoint TRACK - LC01_01) direction Ballabio. At the next roundabout, almost adjacent to the SP62, turn right and start climbing. The path is immediate and does not present any particular points that lead to error in identifying the track. You must follow the main road and after 8 km and 15 hairpin bends to reach the goal, the Plans of Resinelli (waypoint TRACK - LC01_02).

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0101-HISTORY OF VALSASSINA CULT: AMONG BELLS AND MELODIES OF ORGANS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0101 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 16,3 km Starting altitude:605 m Maximum altitude: 811 m Ascent average:5,7%

Journey cycling time: 1h 50’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you to the top of the ring Valsassina. The track is varied and there are covered paved roads, dirt roads, cycle paths and cities lanes. Although you can follow the route on foot, given the length and the presence of paved roads along major roads, we recommend a distance cycling. Departure from Barzio, Fornace location (waypoint TRACK - LC0101_01). Leaving the car park, turn right and follow the SP62 for 230 m then turn left onto Via Roma, in the direction of Pasturo. 610 m paths slightly uphill, you reach a roundabout. Always go straight on Via Roma, taking a one-way street and then along Via Manzoni. After 450 m you reach the church of Madonna della Cintura (Waypoint POI - LC0101_02). Then continue down again along Via Manzoni that develops between the narrow and characteristic streets of the historical center of Pasturo. After 140 meters on the right is the Church of S.Eusebio (Waypoint POI - LC0101_06). Keep going on Via Manzoni for another 160 m to the junction with Via Baiedo and Via Don Riccardo Cima (waypoint TRACK - LC0101_07). After the wash continue along Via Baiedo for 210 m until you reach a roundabout. Here, keep right and follow Via Ticozzi down to 310 m to a junction near a parking. At the stop sign turn left and climb along Via Bernardino Anesetti, in 110 m you reach the church of St. Andrew in the village Baiedo (Waypoint POI – LC0101_09).then, return to the intersection of Via Ticozzi,Via Anesetti, Via Nisella and Via Ferrario. Continue straight along Via Ferrario for 460 m until you reach again the SP62. Here, near the cemetery, cross the SP62 and continue along the main road, Via Moglia, continue for 560 m until you reach Via Provinciale. cross it and go straight for 110 m you reach the bike path along the river Pioverna. Follow it to S for 920 m, then return to Fornace (waypoint TRACK - LC0101_13). From here you go across the parking, in direction S for 210 m, then turn left on Via Fornace Merlo, which you have to follow for 310 m to the junction of Via Prato Buscante (waypoint TRACK – LC0101_14).then, turn left and after 50 meters, right onto Via Sottoripe. The route then proceeds uphill (6.7% average with peaks above 11%) on a dirt road for 1.1 km, until you enter Via Moncucco: a steep trail that climbs from the valley floor to Barzio. From here turn right and climb close to the trail. after two hairpin turns and 430 m you reach the first houses. Here begins to Via Introbio which in 290 m leads to a stop. Here you turn right and follow Via Bergamini and then straight along Via Martiri Patrioti Barzesi for a total of 400 m. Turn left and then tightened up along Via Roma to Piazza Garibaldi above. A little further, on the right, is the church of Saint Alexander (Waypoint POI - LC0101_18). We go back on Via Martiri Patrioti Barzesi passing in front of City Hall along Via Baruffaldi. Warning: this is a one- way route in the opposite and is not open to vehicles and take into account if you are on the bike trail. After 160 m from the square, turn left onto Via Dante which runs downhill to Via Mazzini, where you turn right. After 70 m, at the stop sign, turn left and continue straight for 1.5 km following the signs for Cremeno and passing along Via Roma, Via Marconi and Via Combi. At the intersection with Via Provinciale Barzio, climb into the left along Via XXV Aprile for 190 m, then along Via San Rocco. In 120 m you reach the church of St. George (Waypoint POI - LC0101_19). Then, return to the intersection of Via Provinciale Barzio and at the stop sign, turn left onto Via Combi and follow it for 170 m, then turn right, down, down Via Milano and in 520 m it leads to Ponte della Vittoria (Waypoint POI - LC0101_20). After the bridge always follow the main street through the town Maggio, after 3 km leads to Colle di Balisio (waypoint TRACK - LC0101_21). Here you turn right onto the SP62 and after 2.9 km you return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0102-THE CHARM OF TIME: TOUR AMONG HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AND MODERN SCULPTURES

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0102 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: cycling track

Length: 22,7 km Starting altitude:605 m Maximum altitude: 787 m Ascent average:5,6%

Journey cycling time: 2 h 15’ Travel time on foot : //

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you to the top of the ring Valsassina. The track is varied with covered paved roads, dirt roads, cycle paths and cities lanes. Although you can follow the route on foot, given the length and the presence of paved roads along major roads, we recommend a distance cycling. Departure from Barzio, Fornace location (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_01). From the parking, take the bike path along the river Pioverna (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_02). Along 2.3 kilometers of asphalt in good condition and slightly downhill, after traveling a convenient underpass at SP62, leave the bike path and cross the bridge on the right bank of the SP62 reaching the stream. After the bridge continue on the SP62 for 540 m, then turn right and follow the signs to Introbio. Continue on the main road for 680 m. On the right, along Via Umberto I, there are signs for the Tower of Arrigoni (Waypoint POI - LC0102_07). 70 m more forward and turn right along Via Roma, cross the center of the country. After that square follow Via Vittorio Emanuele II meeting on the right after 150 meters, Villa Migliavacca, which now is the city hall (Waypoint POI - LC0102_08). Go on for 570 m and return on SP62. Here, near the intersection, turn right on Via Alla Cascata and after 370 m you will arrive near a hydroelectric power station from where you can see the waterfall Troggia, a little more upstream (Waypoint POI - LC0102_09). return to the SP62 and turn right, follow it for 700 m, then turn left into Via Vecchia Provinciale. Go straight on for 400 m and then turn left onto Via A.Stoppani in 510 m back on the cyclling path of Pioverna. Follow the trail turning left, going towards Barzio, and after 4.8 km, slightly uphill to return to the location Fornace. From here you go across the parking, in direction S for 210 m, then turn left on Via Fornace Merlo, which you follow for 310 m to the junction of Via Prato Buscante (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_12). turn to the left and after 50 meters, right onto Via Sottoripe (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_13). The route then proceeds uphill (6.7% average with peaks above 11%) on a dirt road for 1.1 km, until you enter Via Moncucco: a steep trail that climbs from the valley floor to Barzio. From here turn right and climb close to the trail. meet two hairpin turns and in 430 m you reach the first houses. Here begins Via Introbio that in 290 m leads to a stop. Here you turn right and follow Via Bergamini and then straight along Via Martiri Patrioti Barzesi for a total of 400 m. Turn left and then tightened up along Via Roma to Piazza Garibaldi above. We go back to Via martiri Patrioti Barzesi taking first Via Baruffaldi (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_16). and passing in front of Palazzo Manzoni (Waypoint POI - LC0102_17) and the Museum of Medardo Rosso (Waypoint POI-LC0102_18). Warning: this is a one-way route in the opposite and is not open to vehicles and take into account if you are on the bike trail. After 160 m from the square, turn left onto Via Dante (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_19) that runs downhill to Via Mazzini, where you turn right. After 70 m, at the stop sign, turn left and continue straight for 1.5 km following the signs for Cremeno and passing along Via Roma, Via Marconi and Via Combi. At the intersection with Via Provinciale Barzio continue, keeping the left, for more than 170 m in Via Combi, then turn right, down Via Milano which in 520 m leads to the Ponte della Vittoria. After the bridge always follow the main street through the town Maggio, after 3 km leads to Colle di Balisio (waypoint TRACK - LC0102_20). Here you turn right onto the SP62 and after 2.9 km you return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0103-CYCLING PATH ALONG PIOVERNA STREAM

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

LC0103 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track

Length: 9,2 km Starting altitude:605 m Maximum altitude: 468 m Ascent average://

Journey cycling time: 30’ Travel time on foot : 2h 10’

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary is one way, only on a cycle track, well maintained with asphalt, which can be traveled by bicycle or on foot. For the low altitude, the comfort of the track and the particular suggestive landscape of the places, the route is especially recommended as a simple way easily affordable even without special physical preparation. Along the route there are many farms. Departure from Barzio, Fornace location (waypoint TRACK - LC0103_01). Near the car park there are two farms that are reported also for the opportunity to approach riding (Waypoint POI - POI and waypoints LC0103_03 - LC0103_04). From the parking, take the bike path along the river Pioverna (waypoint TRACK - LC0103_02). Along 2.3 kilometers of asphalt in good condition and slightly downhill, cross a bridge and then you reach a comfortable underpass that allows you to safely pass the SP62. Continue on the left bank in the shaded area of the forest and after 1.7 km you pass another bridge. Back on the right bank of the Pioverna, continue for 880 m, then back again on the left bank by a third bridge. 1 km further on, and leave the path across the bridge that gives access to Via Caraletta, for Introbio, where you will find another farm (Waypoint POI - LC0103_11). The path, however, continues always on the left side along the valley floor. 660 m the back and leave the path, taking the dirt road that runs parallel to the right and continue, turning right along Via Cavallotto to reach another farm (Waypoint POI - LC0103_14). If you continue along the cycle path, in 1.6 kilometers you will reach the village of Fregera di Prato San Pietro. Here is an area rich in springs that gives rise to an interesting wetland (waypoint IMAGE-LC0103_16) and where is established a farm linked to the fish farm (Waypoint POI - LC0103_18). Also in this area there are two other important farms (Waypoint POI - POI and waypoints LC0103_15 - LC0103_17). Continuing on track for another 610 m you reach the bridge of Via Trento Near Prato San Pietro. Cross the bridge and then cross the road via an underpass. In this stretch of Pioverna is established a fishing reserve (Waypoint POI - LC0103_20). the bike path ends 570 m further on, on the right bank (waypoint TRACK - LC0103_21). You can then return to the starting point by retracing the path back, with a slope of 1, 4%, or take the SP62 through Cortabbio, Primaluna and Introbio back to Barzio at the location Fornace.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

MUNICIPALITY OF CANNOBIO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA01- HILL CLIMB CANNOBIO-SANT'AGATA

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA01 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Hill climb sports track

Ascent average: 4,8 % Length: 5.2 km Starting altitude:218 m Maximum altitude: 469 m Ascent Sport: 7,5 %

Total ascent: 251 m Overall descent: 3 m

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary is developed entirely on city paved streets paved. The first part of the track is flat, while the ascent affects the second part of the track. In the flat part the path goes along the lake, while the climb is in woods, with good shading. Departure from Piazza San Vittore (waypoint TRACK - CA01_01), in front of the homonymous church. After 1850 m along Viale Vittorio Veneto in Cannobio, cross the bridge over the river Cannobino and continue straight along the SS34 (Via Casali Darbedo first, then, out of the country, via Strada Nazionale in Sant'Agata). take, then, on the left Via Casali Nizzolino where starts the climb. Always along the main road (at first Via Nizzolino, then Piazza San Giuseppe, Via Casali al Subbio, and finally Via Giuseppe Verdi),there are 10 hairpin that allow you exceed 251 m difference in altitude of 3350 m (average gradient of climb 7 , 5%). The point of arrival is located at the village Sant'Agata, in Via Giuseppe Verdi, near the parish church (waypoint TRACK - CA01_03) The route is designed for cycling (average climb-binding). The flat part takes a few minutes (about 5) by a cyclotourist average, while the ascent takes about 20 minutes.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0101-BACK TO PAST A TOUR IN MEDIEVAL CANNOBIO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0101 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track (MTB/pedestrian section included)

Length: 10,5 km Starting altitude:201 m Maximum altitude: 496 m Ascent average: 10,0%

Journey cycling time: 1h 50’ Travel time on foot : 4h 00’

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you there and back, over mixed routes in the partly urban and partly along small roads in rural areas and trails. Although it is cycling route, for the type of track it is advisable to travel on foot or by mountain bike. Departure from the parking of Piazza Martiri della Libertà (waypoint TRACK - CA0101_01). At the exit of the parking in the direction of S, take the Via Castello, keeping to the right, slightly uphill (waypoint TRACK - CA0101_02). The street is a point of significant interest to the medieval architecture (Waypoint POI - CA0101_03). Go along for 280 meters, until you reach the church della Santa Pierà (Waypoint POI - CA0101_05). Leaving the staircase leading down to the lake on the left, take the opposite lane: Via Luigi Meschio. After 50 m, you will reach the junction with Via F.M. Zoppi and keep going on Via Meschio (waypoint TRACK - CA0101_07). After about 75 m, near the intersection with Via Zaccheo, near a restaurant, keep left, continuing on Via Meschio (waypoint TRACK – CA0101_08) Always on this road, past a parking on the left at the intersection with Via Asilo, in 170 m you reach Via Vittorio Veneto (SS34). Across the street, leaving the Church of San Vittore on the right, take Via Giovanola. After 50 meters you will reach the square where you will find the medieval buildings near the Collegiate Church of San Vittore (Waypoint POI - CA0101_09). It then continues along Via Collegiata for 140 m, then turn left onto Via Roma (waypoint TRACK - CA0101_10). Please note: This section pedestrian and thus remember it if you are with your bike. After 120 m Via Roma continues turning right, while taking the tour continues to the left, Via alla Campagna. After 70m there is Via Valle Cannobina, turn left in the direction of E and again reaching the main road SS34. At the intersection, turn right, above a petrol station and at a parking on the right, turn right onto Via Casali Amore. keep the left and follow the main road up to a noticeable bend to the right. Continue for 330, then turn left and follow Via Casali Solivi. After 370 m, in the vicinity of a bend to the right, leaving Via Casali Solivi and take the road to the left and follow the signs to Molineggi - Path S3. Until the location Molineggi the road is still large and in good condition, then the route follows a path in the woods half-coast that leads to intercept in 1.3 km the trail that climbs from Carmine Inferiore to Carmine Superiore (waypoint TRACK - CA0101_12 and CA0101_13). At the intersection, keep right and after 120 m you reach the medieval village of Carmine Superiore (POI waypoints - CA0101_14). Then follow the way back to the end of Via Casali Amore and then continue along the SS34 for 950 m to the junction with Via Dalla Chiesa on your right. After 300 m you return to the parking near the start.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0102-ALONG THE CANNOBINO RIVER FROM DOWNSTREAM TO UPSTREAM

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0102 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track

Length: 7,3 km Starting altitude:201 m Maximum altitude: 285 m Ascent average: 1%

Journey cycling time: 45’ Travel time on foot : 1h 30’

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary develops ring in part and partly on a cycle track along urban paved roads, and that can be done either cicling and on foot. Thanks to the low altitude, the comfort of the track and the particular suggestive landscape of the places, the route is especially recommended as a simple way easily affordable even without special physical preparation. Departure from the parking of Piazza Mariri della libertà (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_01). Exit the car park in direction N. Near the Lido of Cannobio, take the route (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_02) that at first follows public park of the beach (waypoint IMAGE - CA0102_03), then turns to the W, going in the right bank of the mouth of the river Cannobino, flanking the Sport centre (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_04). After 190 m, in a comfortable underpass, past the overlying SS34 and keep going along the stream (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_05). Proceed for 770 m always flat (gain of 8 m above sea level from the start) to the Ponte Ballerino (Waypoint POI - CA0102_07), which turns right. The bridge is 55 m long, allows you to cross the river and keep going along the path, up the creek on the left bank. From this point forward, the bottom of the track and natural and no more paved as in the previous section. The upstream part of the Ponte Ballerino stretches along the woodland band that runs along the water course, always plan for another 1.2 km until the underpass of the bridge of Via Madonna delle Grazie, which leads to Frazione Traffiume (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_11; waypoint TRACK - CA0102_12). From here, 1 km after the first part still semi-flat, the route faces a short slope leading to 253 m Sant'Anna (Waypoint POI - CA0102_14). After crossing the bridge of Sant'Anna, continue uphill along Via Sant'Anna for 390 m to reach the highest point of the route at the intersection with Via Strada Valle Cannobina. From here begins a gentle descent that in 1.7 km reach Via Casali Ger, which starts keeping to the left (waypoint TRACK - CA0102_15). After 200 m the main street becomes Vicolo Ospedale and continue straight ahead. After about 200 m without changing direction, you reach the beginning of Via Giovanola. Please note: This section pedestrian and thus remember it if you are with your bike. Then another 260 m, near the fountain under the tower of Palazzo Parasio, keep right and walk for 60 meters in the pedestrian area of Via Umberto I to the SS34, which you cross to keep going on Via Umberto I, still in the area only for pedestrians. After about 205 m without changing direction you will reach the lakeside (Via Magistris) an then turn left and continue towards the north along the lake. After 820 m, past the harbor and the church of Santa Pietà, it's back to the starting point. Apart from the first few meters of the route of Via Magistris, the route in this part develops in a prohibited area for vehicles and in limited circulation.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0103-THE SUN AND OLD TIME MEASUREMENTS, SUNDIALS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

CA0103 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track

Length: 7.3 km Starting altitude:201 m Maximum altitude: 263 m Ascent average: 0,8%

Journey cycling time: 45’ Travel time on foot : 1h 30’

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary develops ring in part and partly on a cycle track along urban paved roads, and that can be done either cycling and on foot. For the low altitude, the comfort of the track and the particular suggestive landscape of the places, the route is especially recommended as a simple way easily affordable even without special physical preparation. Departure from the parking of Piazza Martiri della Libertà (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_01). Exit the car park in direction S and take the lakefront Via Magistris. After 360 m you reach the church of Santa Pietà (Waypoint POI - CA0103_02). Then turn right, climbing the staircase that runs along the south side of the church and then take the left onto Via Meschio. After 50 meters, you will reach the junction with Via F.M. Zoppi and keep going on Via Meschio. After about 75 m, near the intersection with Via Zaccheo, near a restaurant, keep to the right, taking Via Zaccheo (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_03). Continue for 110 m to the junction with Via Vittorio Veneto (SS34) (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_04), which you cross to keep going in a westerly direction along Via Cimitero. Go past the sports Centre and in the parking of the cemetery, turn left down an alley flanked by walls (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_05), so along Via De Luatti for 150 m until you reach the sundial (Waypoint POI - CA0103_06). Please note: This section pedestrian and thus remember it if you are with your bike . Continue for 10 m, then cross Via Giovanola (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_07) and follow it by turning right and crossing 80 m you will reach the junction with Vicolo Vecchio. Which then turns right onto this road and continue to the junction with Via Al Fiume (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_08) that go along keeping to the left, slightly downhill. After 45 m the path intersects with Via Sotto i Chiossi, then go on for further 130 meters to Via San Rocco (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_11). Turn right and in 140 meters you will reach the Ponte Ballerino (Waypoint POI - CA0103_12). Please note: This section pedestrian and thus remember it if you are with your bike The bridge is 55 m long. The upstream part of Ponte Ballerino stretches along the woodland band that runs along the water course, always plan for another 1.2 km until the underpass of the bridge of Via Madonna delle Grazie, which leads to Frazione Traffiume (waypoint TRACK - CA0103_16; waypoint TRACK - CA0103_17). From here, 1 km after the first part still semi-flat, the route faces a short slope leading to 253 m in Sant'Anna (Waypoint POI - CA0103_19). Turn right in direction E, along Via Sant'Anna and slightly uphill to the highest point of the route, at 263 m, before the entrance to the village of Traffiume. Follow Via Sant'Anna to 320 m at the intersection with Via Torri, always follow Via Sant'Anna slightly downhill to the right, for a further 530 m to a small square close to where you turn right and continue downhill on Via Cavour in Sant'Agata. At the intersection with Via Giovanola, when the road widens, the street becomes Via Allioli. After 200 m you reach a stop sign, then turn left and climb Via Alla Chiesa to the Church Santa Vergine diTraffiume (Waypoint POI - CA0103_20). The trail continues for 1 km towards the east along Via Piana, and Via Casali Gerbia and Via Casali Lignago, until you reach the last sundial (Waypoint POI - CA0103_24). After about 330 m (waypoint TRACK-CA0103_22) turn right and take the bike path that runs on the left bank of the river, follow it for 260 m until the end near the bridge of the SS34.then turn right, cross the bridge and routes 200 m, turn left onto Via Dalla Chiesa. From here go 300 m to return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

MUNICIPALITY OF BRISSAGO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS01-SPORT TRACK BRISSAGO-MERGUGNO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS01 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Sports track

Length: 8,1 km Starting altitude:215 m Maximum altitude: 1061m Ascent average: 10.5%

Climb overall: 846 m Downhill: 18 m

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary is developed entirely on paved city streets. The second part of the climb goes through chestnut woods and it is pretty shaded, unlike the first part between the houses. Departure from Via Gabbietta, from the parking near the City Hall (waypoint TRACK - BS01_01). From here we proceed turning left onto Via Leoncavallo, and follow it, in plan, for 400 m. From Via Leoncavallo (also known as Route 13), turn right into Via Costa di Mezzo, starting the climb. Follow the main road (Via Costa di Mezzo), for 2.3 km until the main road becomes Via Porbetto. From here we continue for another 2 km to the Shrine of Porbetto (waypoint TRACK - BS01_09). The end point is 3,4 km ahead, nearby Mergugno. The end point of the hill climb is well marked and after taking the climb there are no deviations from the main path. The itinerary is designed for cycling (hilly). It takes about 45 minutes for a medium cyclists while the walking time is about 1h 50 '.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS0101-WORSHIP PLACES: CHURCHES, SHRINES AND VOTIVE CHAPELS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS0101 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track

Length: 14,8 km Starting altitude:215 m Maximum altitude: 559 m Ascent average: 11,3%

Journey cycling time : 2h Travel time on foot : 4h 45’

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary develops, ring, mostly on paved road, including some parts of the route on stairways and paths. Good for cycling) Departure from Via Gabbietta (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_01), then turn left on Via Leoncavallo. Follow it up for 250 m, then turn left on Via Scalinata Dogana which leads to the Church of Saints Peter and Paul (Waypoint POI - BS0101_03). You then return on Via Leoncavallo. Along the way towards SW, after 760 m you reach the bridge over the river, and then, after 70 meters, take the staircase on the left near the cemetery that leads to the church of the Madonna di Ponte (Waypoint POI - BS0101_05). Go back to Leoncavallo and travel back to the 1080 m Town Hall Square. From here, turn left and take Via Gerusalemme. After 90 meters you leave the road and follow the steps (steps of Calvary Waypoint POI - BS0101_07) which with a height of 50 m leads to Via Monte Sacro (intersection waypoint TRACK - BS0101_10). After 220 m you reach the sanctuary (Waypoint POI - BS0101_11). The route continues again along Via Monte Sacro, beyond the sanctuary and the bridge over the river after a sharp bend. after 560 m and 46 m in altitude you reach the intersection with Via Costa di Dentro (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_14). Keeping to the left, go up for 70 m along 715 m to the third hairpin. Here we take the right onto Via Panoramica (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_15). From here, the climb continues for 1.5 km from an altitude of 387 leading to 559 m (average gradient 11%), which is the highest point of the route. Alwais on Via Panoramica we go down to Via Ronco Sopra Ascona losing 115 m altitude along 1.1 km, until you reach the entrance to the stairway which down to the right leads to the path of Matterello (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_18). The staircase 68 m long allows you to lose 31 m in altitude. At the end of the stairs, turn left and continue along the path of Matterello, slightly downhill, after 260 m you will reach the village of Ronco Sopra Ascona. Along the way, after 121 meters on the left is a votive chapel (Waypoint POI - BS0101_21), while there is a second, on the right, after 90 m (Waypoint POI - BS0101_22). The end of the path is natural, done with pavement and steps. Continue along Via Nosetto and Via alle Scuole by following the path downhill for 250 m until you reach via Livurcio (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_25). To then reach the church of San Martino (Waypoint POI - BS0101_26) go down to the right for 150 m long by Livurcio, and then return again to the point TRACK - BS0101_25. From here we turn left and follow the road uphill for 1.5 km (24 m in altitude, slope of 1%). Subsequently, at the intersection with Via Corafora (waypoint TRACK - BS0101_27), turn right and walk along Via Corafora (limiting access to residents, pedestrians and cyclists). The trail continues downhill for 590 meters to the intersection with Via Gottardo Madonna, where you turn right and follow this road for a further 900 m in plan, getting onto Via Ronco, at a return. Go down along Via Ronco for 1.7 km, down from an altitude of 346 to an altitude of 214, Near the beginning of via Crodo (road 13). Turn right along the lake, it takes 3 km to return to the starting point by closing the ring.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS0102-BUILDINGS AND HISTORIC CHARACTERS

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS0102 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: tourist mixed Track

Length: 12,3 km Starting altitude:215 m Maximum altitude: 559 m Ascent average: 8%

Journey cycling time: 1h 20’ Travel time on foot : 3h 40’

DESCRIPTION

The trail takes you round trip on the same route, on a paved road, including some parts of the journey in short alleys and stairways. Good for cycling. Departure from Via Gabietta (waypoint TRACK - BS0102_01), then reach Piazza Municipio, leaving the Town Hall on your left, take the Vicolo al castello(waypoint TRACK - BS0102_02) and follow it for 60 m until you reach the Museum Leoncavallo (Waypoint POI - BS0102_04). From here, take Via Pioda and after 130 m you arrive at the church of Saints Peter and Paul. Take Via Scalinata Colonna, then you can reach Via Leoncavallo (waypoint TRACK - BS0102_08), following it in direction of NE for 220 m until you reach Via Gabbietta. Turn left and go ahead reaching Santuario della Madonna di Ponte (waypoint PDI – BS0102_16). Then go back along the same road and after 550 m take Via Costa di Mezzo on the left. Climbing, turn left following Via Sacro Monte. The route continues again along Via Monte Sacro, beyond the sanctuary and the bridge over the river after a sharp bend. after 560 m and 46 m in altitude you reach the intersection with Via Costa di Dentro. Keeping to the left, go up for 70 m along 715 m to the third hairpin. Here we take the right onto Via Panoramica. From here, the climb continues for 1.5 km from an altitude of 387 leading to 559 m (average gradient 11%), which is the highest point of the route. Alwais on Via Panoramica we go down to Via Ronco Sopra Ascona losing 115 m altitude along 1.1 km, until you reach the entrance to the stairway which down to the right leads to the path of Matterello. The staircase 68 m long allows you to lose 31 m in altitude. At the end of the stairs, turn left and continue along the path of Matterello, slightly downhill, after 260 m you will reach the village of Ronco Sopra Ascona. In front of San Martino Church, at the NW corner of the square, is the building of Ca Ciseri (Waypoint POI - BS0102_10). Leaving the building on the left, take Vicolo Carra and go into the old town of Ronco Sopra Ascona. You go up to 150 m direction N, then turn left into Vicolo Busbai in close proximity to a drinking fountain (waypoint TRACK - BS0102_11). Follow Vicolo Busbai going to intercept the alley parallel (Path of Matterello), passing through the Ca del Pitur (Waypoint POI - BS0102_12). Continuing eastwards for 100 m in Vicolo Cair and Via Scuolesi reaches Via Livurcio and from here go down, turn right and back again to the church of San Martino in 150 m. Going downhill along the path followed uphill along Via Ronco first and then along road 13, for 4.7 km, you return to the starting point.

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS02-SPORT TRACK BRISSAGO-CORTACCIO

Sport e relax in bici - Roadbook

BS02 – ROAD BOOK

TECHNICAL DATA

Type of track: Sports track

Maximum altitude: Length: 7,6 km Starting altitude:215 m Ascent average: 9.6% 1052 m

Climb overall: 837 m Downhill: 19 m

DESCRIPTION

The itinerary is developed entirely on city paved streets. First part is flat. From the locality Varone, the climb goes through forests of chestnut and is rather shady. Departure from Via Gabbietta, from the parking in City Hall (waypoint TRACK - BS02_01). From here we proceed and turn left onto Via Leoncavallo, which follows, flat, for 1 km. After crossing the bridge over the river, turn right, in the cemetery near the Church of Our Lady of Bridge (on the left), take Via Costa di fuori. Follow the main road uphill along three turns and 1.7 km, until you reach the location Piodina (159 drop me an average gradient 9.3%). From here the main road becomes Via Ghiridone. Continuing uphill to the last part of the route passing through the locality Varone, Ciossa, Curerone, Gerbio and Borei. The uphill along Via Ghiridone is 4.8 km long and overcomes a height difference of 678 m (average gradient 13%) The end point of the climb, Cortaccio (waypoint TRACK - BS02_09), is well marked and after taking the climb there are no deviations from the main path. The itinerary designed for cycling (hilly). Is dealt within 50 minutes from a medium cyclists while the walking time is about 2h 10 '.