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Mountain Bike Discovery Tour

Discover the spectacular landscapes of Lake Maggiore on a five-day mountain bike adventure. Led by qualified cycling guides, you'll explore panoramic trails, forest tracks and historic mule paths across the Alto Vergante and Mount Mottarone, enjoying some of the region's finest off-road riding.

This experience is designed for riders with a good level of fitness and some off-road riding experience. Most routes follow unpaved roads, woodland trails and mountain tracks.

Programme

Day 1

  • Arrival at Hotel Aries Bike Hotel.
  • Welcome briefing with your MTB guide.
  • Dinner and overnight stay.

Days 2–4

After breakfast, set off each day on a different guided mountain bike excursion, discovering some of the most beautiful landscapes around Lake Maggiore.

Day 5

  • Breakfast.
  • Check-out and departure.

The Rides

From Alto Vergante to Mount Mottarone

  • Distance: approximately 50 km
  • Maximum gradient: 20%
  • Panoramic ride through forests, alpine pastures and the famous Mountain of Seven Lakes.

From Punta Morissolo to Pian Vada

  • Distance: approximately 40 km
  • Scenic off-road route with spectacular views over Lake Maggiore.

The Alto Vergante V Trail

  • Distance: approximately 50 km (80 km from Stresa)
  • Maximum gradient: 18%
  • One of the area's most rewarding mountain bike routes.

Good to Know

All tours are led by qualified MTB guides. A mountain bike or e-MTB is required, and participants should have a good level of fitness and previous off-road riding experience.