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Circular route Val Meledrio

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Category
Mountainbiking
Difficulty
Difficult
Activity time
1:45
Durata in ore
Distance
11.1
Distance in km
Status
open
Route that with some uphill sections leads into the wild Meledrio Valley, developing in its dense forests along the entire length of the homonymous stream until reaching the Pison waterfall.
This medium-difficulty itinerary allows you to ride through the cool forests of the Val Meledrio, a valley that fascinates with its wild nature characterized by dense fir and conifer woods that will grant you a refreshing break during hot summer days. The itinerary passes near the Ecomuseum Val Meledrio, where you can observe a still operating Venetian sawmill, an old lime kiln once used for the production of lime, and a hydroelectric power plant, an ancient hammer activated by the force of the waters of the Meledrio stream, until reaching the Pison waterfalls with their clear and sparkling waters.
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© Azienda Turismo Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
Photos: Azienda Turismo Val di Sole, APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi
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Route info

Difficult
Distance
11.1 km
Activity time
1:45 h.
Uphill Elevation
465 m
Downhill elevation
465 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1232 m
Lowest point
767 m
Height difference
465 m

Copyright

APT Valli di Sole, Peio e Rabbi

Suggestions

Points of interest: Ecomuseum Val Meledrio, Road of the Emperors and Pison waterfall.

Safety information

 
  • Plan the tour according to your abilities and the weather.
  • Go slowly, be cautious, enjoy the scenery and the silence.
  • Adapt your riding style to the characteristics and the condition of the terrain.
  • Rely on the bike guides of the area.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and equipment.
  • Respect the environment around you and that of those who live there, taking the waste down to the valley.
  • Respect the trail and do not ride on those forbidden to bikes.
  • Stop if someone needs help.
  • Be cautious along the cycle-pedestrian path and mixed trails, also used by hikers.
  • If you meet pedestrians, inform them of your arrival and reduce your speed.

Starting point

Church of San Lorenzo in Dimaro

Directions

The itinerary begins at the Church of San Lorenzo in Dimaro, where there is a convenient and large parking lot with a reserved space. From the parking lot, you get in the saddle and pedal towards the hamlet of Carciato, from where a dirt road begins that gradually climbs towards the wild Val Meledrio. If you have time available, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Ecomuseum Val Meledrio, where you can admire a still functioning Venetian sawmill, an ancient forge where iron was worked, and a lime kiln once used for the production of lime.

Right in the locality of Fosinace, where industrial archaeology remains are present, you cross the Meledrio stream (on a sufficiently wide bridge also suitable for the passage of handbikes) to reach the road called “of the Emperors,” once used to go uphill to the former Mondifrà Hospice.

Once you arrive at the hydroelectric power plant that uses the roaring waters of the Meledrio stream to produce energy, the slope becomes significant. In this section of the itinerary, for those pedaling on a handbike, it might be necessary to have a little help due to the slippery ground. The route then develops in a small loop on a path carved into the rock overlooking the gorge of the Meledrio stream (maximum safety guaranteed by a protective wooden barrier) and leads to the bridge over the Pison waterfall.

The route, reaching its highest point at 1,215 m a.s.l. near Malga Presson bassa, returns on the opposite side of the valley on a forest road on the slopes of Dosso S. Brigida. Part of the itinerary ridden uphill is retraced downhill until the State Road, which is crossed thanks to a convenient underpass. The return to the starting point is on a comfortable path that crosses the town of Dimaro, until reaching the starting point again.

Public transportation

You can reach the town of Dimaro by the train TRENTO – MALE' – MEZZANA (download the outbound and return timetables) or with the convenient Smartbus service, on which you can also transport your bicycle. You can also reach Dimaro by the regular buses (download the outbound and return timetables).

How to get there

Travel along the SS42 and, at the height of Dimaro, at the roundabout take the second exit. Continue on the SS239 and, at the intersection, turn left onto Via alla Chiesa.

Where to park

You can leave your car near the Church of San Lorenzo in Dimaro, where there are also parking spaces reserved for disabled people.
According to your abilities and your level of training, this itinerary can be covered both by e-tandem and by e-handbike. Remember to bring with you a snack, some water, and a repair kit that includes an inner tube, a pump, glue, patches, and a set of tools for quick repairs.