Garda Trentino Discover
Cycle routes • Garda Trentino and Valle di Ledro
Garda Trentino Discover
A lovely cycle from Lake Garda to Lake Cavedine, on cycle paths and back roads, which gives you a chance to discover all the variety of the landscape of Garda Trentino.
<p>An easy route <strong>recommended for those who wish to explore Garda Trentino by bike</strong>. From the shores of Lake Garda, you head uphill first towards <strong>Arco</strong>, through the valley of olive groves, and then along the banks of the River Sarca through vineyards and orchards. The return trip passes by<strong> Lake Cavedine</strong>, another picturesque body of water in the area and leads to Torbole, one of the most renowned towns in Garda Trentino.</p> <p>This itinerary gives you the chance to <strong>enjoy the diversity and richness of the landscape in Garda Trentino</strong>, from a typical Mediterranean setting to a more Alpine environment, passing through the <strong>Marocche</strong>, also known as the “valleys of the Moon”(valli della Luna). It is a protected nature reserve, an utterly unique landscape, one of the largest post-glacial landslides in the entire Alps with an arid climate completely different from the surrounding area.</p> <p>You’ve already picked your cycling route—now all you need is the right support. Discover all the <a href="https://www.gardatrentino.it/en/outdoor/bike/bike-specialist">Bike Specialists</a> in Garda Trentino: rentals, repair shops, and dedicated bike stores are ready to welcome you right here.</p>
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The cycle path along river Sarca (The Castle of Arco in the background)Photo: Archivio APT Garda Trentino (ph. Vuilleumier), Garda Trentino
An easy route recommended for those who wish to explore Garda Trentino by bike. From the shores of Lake Garda, you head uphill first towards Arco, through the valley of olive groves, and then along the banks of the River Sarca through vineyards and orchards. The return trip passes by Lake Cavedine, another picturesque body of water in the area and leads to Torbole, one of the most renowned towns in Garda Trentino.
This itinerary gives you the chance to enjoy the diversity and richness of the landscape in Garda Trentino, from a typical Mediterranean setting to a more Alpine environment, passing through the Marocche, also known as the “valleys of the Moon”(valli della Luna). It is a protected nature reserve, an utterly unique landscape, one of the largest post-glacial landslides in the entire Alps with an arid climate completely different from the surrounding area.
You’ve already picked your cycling route—now all you need is the right support. Discover all the Bike Specialists in Garda Trentino: rentals, repair shops, and dedicated bike stores are ready to welcome you right here.
Author’s recommendation
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Safety Tips
- Always wear your helmet.
- Plan your ride.
- Obey the road signs, stop at traffic lights and do not ride on the wrong side of the road.
- You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
- Respect public and private property.
- Do not cycle solo in remote areas.
- Make sure your bike lights are working.
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
- After Pietramurata the cycle path winds through many vineyards: you are in the area where Vino Santo is produced, a local Slow Food presidium of Garda Trentino. It is a sweet wine which is produced in limited quantities and the indigenous Nosiola grapes are traditionally pressed on Good Friday, Venerdì Santo. Along the trail you will come across many wine cellars and farms where you can stop off and taste the food and wine of Garda Trentino.
You’ve already picked your cycling route—now all you need is the right support. Discover all the Bike Specialists in Garda Trentino: rentals, repair shops, and dedicated bike stores are ready to welcome you right here.
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
The towns in Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Torbole sul Garda and Arco – are connected by several urban and intercity bus lines which will take you to the starting point or in the immediate surroundings.
For up-to-the-minute information on timetables and routes
You can also get to Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda by the public ferry service.
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Directions
Riva del Garda is easily accessible (about 18 km) from the Rovereto Sud - Lago di Garda Nord motorway exit.
Getting to northern lake Garda / Garda Trentino
Parking
Free parking near the former hospital (Via Rosmini).
Paid parking: Terme Romane (Viale Roma), Vecchia stazione (Largo Medaglie d’Oro), Ex-agraria (Via Lutti).
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
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Bike Garda Trentino Map – On sale in tourist information offices in Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole
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.
