Altissimo - Tour
Mountainbiking • Garda Trentino and Valle di Ledro
Altissimo - Tour
<p>A long and highly rewarding MTB tour high above Lake Garda.</p>
<p><strong>Signage: 765. Altissimo - Tour</strong></p> <p>From Torbole you pass through the centre and ride up to Parco delle Busatte, then onto the tarmacked road towards Monte Altissimo. Follow the road, which rises steadily. After 8.5 km, switch to a forest track for about 6 km. An outstanding view of the northern part of Lake Garda makes the long climb more than worthwhile. From the end of the road, there’s another just under 100 metres to climb along a wide hiking trail until you reach to the highest point of the tour: the northeastern ridge of Monte Varagna at 1711 m. The descent begins with an easy trail which soon becomes a forest track down to Malga Campei (where you can stop for refreshments), then continues on a steep forest road to the beautifully situated village of Castione. Alternating between roads and trails, you soon reach the cycle path and follow it to Nago and back to your starting point in Torbole.</p>
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Santa Maria al Lago Church in TorbolePhoto: Archivio Garda Trentino, Garda Trentino
A long and highly rewarding MTB tour high above Lake Garda.
Signage: 765. Altissimo - Tour
From Torbole you pass through the centre and ride up to Parco delle Busatte, then onto the tarmacked road towards Monte Altissimo. Follow the road, which rises steadily. After 8.5 km, switch to a forest track for about 6 km. An outstanding view of the northern part of Lake Garda makes the long climb more than worthwhile. From the end of the road, there’s another just under 100 metres to climb along a wide hiking trail until you reach to the highest point of the tour: the northeastern ridge of Monte Varagna at 1711 m. The descent begins with an easy trail which soon becomes a forest track down to Malga Campei (where you can stop for refreshments), then continues on a steep forest road to the beautifully situated village of Castione. Alternating between roads and trails, you soon reach the cycle path and follow it to Nago and back to your starting point in Torbole.
Author’s recommendation
Are you a fat bike enthusiast? This is the tour for you!
Garda Trentino Verified partner
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
ITRS - International Trail Rating System
The ITRS is an objective way to assess trails and routes from a biker’s perspective, evaluating four aspects:
- Technical Difficulty: riding skill level needed
- Endurance: combined effect of length, uphill and downhill
- Wilderness: amount of planning required based on mobile phone reception, rescue options, water supply and wildlife
- Exposure: consequences of a fall
Discover more about the ITRS system and check the classification of this tour in the photo gallery.
Safety Tips
- Always wear your helmet.
- Plan your ride.
- You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
- Let your speed be determined by your experience.
- Ride slowly on crowded trails, overtake with politeness and respect.
- Cycle only on authorized and open trails.
- Avoid muddy trails in order not to damage them further.
- Respect public and private property.
- Always be self-sufficient.
- Do not cycle solo in remote areas.
This information is subject to inevitable variations, so none of these indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason, we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, it is advisable to check environment and weather conditions before setting out.
Tips and suggestions
Picked your route? Now find the right experts to go with it. Make the most of every ride with support from local MTB specialists – from guides and rentals to shuttle services and workshops.Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
The main towns in Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Nago – are connected by several urban and intercity bus lines which will take you to the starting point of tours or in the immediate surroundings.
You can also get to Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda by the public ferry service.
Up-to-date information on timetables and routes.
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Directions
Find out how to reach Garda Trentino.
Parking
Paid parking: Panorama (Via delle Brae), Goethe (Via Strada Granda), ex Villa Cian (Via Sarca Vecchio), Busatte (Via delle Busatte)Paid parking: Panorama, Via Strada Granda, Lungolago Conca d'Oro.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Garda Trentino BIKE Map – Available in the info points of Garda Trentino (Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Ledro, Comano Terme)
Equipment
Riding your bike requires specific clothing and equipment, even for relatively short and easy trips. It is always better to be prepared… e.g. for bad weather or a sudden drop in your energy levels. The unexpected things are part of the fun!
Remember to thoroughly evaluate the type of route you plan on doing, the locations you intend to cross and the current season. Has it been raining? Attention: The paths may be slippery and require more caution.
What do I need to bring on my bike tour?
- An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route)
- Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars)
- Waterproof / Windproof jacket
- A spare top / spare socks (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold).
- Suncream
- Sunglasses
- Bike gloves/mitts
- Map or GPS device
- Bike lights: best placed on your helmet or handlebars. (It is always best to be prepared)
- Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns
- First aid kit
- Emergency whistle
It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.
Emergency telephone number 112.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
