35 kilometres of fun, pedalling through the countryside, with the River Noce always by your side. Have you ever cycled along the Val di Sole cycle path?
From Cogolo di Peio, it will bring you to the lower valley and Mostizzolo: a must-try experience for all the family. The route is very easy, with a total difference in altitude of 565 metres downhill.
A totally relaxing experience, surrounded by the nature of Val di Sole, through the mown meadows in the upper valley, over cooling streams, through to the apple orchards in Caldes and Cavizzana.
The Val di Sole cycle-pedestrian path, thanks to its low elevation gain, is suitable for families and children. The route starts from the San Leonardo Ponds in Vermiglio descending to Mostizzolo or from Cogolo di Peio, running alongside the Noce River.
The Val di Sole cycle path runs almost entirely along the Noce River for 33 km from Vermiglio to Mostizzolo or for 35 km from Cogolo di Peio to Mostizzolo, following the route of ancient connecting roads or embankment and country roads.
You can choose to follow the itinerary starting from Vermiglio or from Cogolo di Peio to Mostizzolo, alternatively you can cycle uphill, heading towards the enchanting Val di Peio or the fascinating San Leonardo Ponds where you can enjoy a well-deserved break. In any of the ways you decide to venture on the cycle path, to allow you to comfortably reach the starting point or return after cycling, the Bike Train service operates on the Mostizzolo - Mezzana route, specially equipped for bike transport.
THE ROUTE:
THE UPPER PART - FROM VERMIGLIO TO OSSANA
Starting from the San Leonardo Ponds, you can pedal alongside the Vermigliana stream until you reach the majestic San Michele Castle of Ossana. Cycling under a 25-meter-high keep will be an unforgettable experience.
THE UPPER PART - FROM COGOLO TO OSSANA
You can also choose to start your ride from the village of Cogolo, where after a short climb, you follow the descent of the Noce River in its wildest section. Let yourself be intoxicated by its majesty and the fresh breeze spreading in the air.
THE CENTRAL PART - FROM OSSANA TO MALÉ
From Ossana to Mezzana: the path alternates between flat stretches and gentle descents, passing near the suggestive villages of Ossana and Pellizzano. It will certainly be exciting to "bike" under San Michele Castle.
From Mezzana to Daolasa: the descent continues, take a break at Daolasa to see the Mountain Bike World Championship race fields or to reach 2000m with the cable car and enjoy one of the best views of the Brenta Dolomites.
From Daolasa to Malé: probably the easiest stretch of the entire cycle path. Along the green meadows, it will be fun to descend alongside the Noce River, watching both adults and children enjoy the thrill of a rafting descent on the renowned waters of the Solandro stream.
THE LOWER PART - FROM MALÉ TO MOSTIZZOLO
From Malé, the capital of Val di Sole, you descend to Mostizzolo, overcoming some ups and downs among the orchards of the lower valley. At the end of the cycle path, you can cycle back along the same route or use the Train + Bike service.
The Val di Sole cycle-pedestrian route starts at the Mostizzolo bridge (km 0.00), near the Trento-Malè railway station.
The bridge crosses a deep gorge, at the point where the Noce river flows into the Santa Giustina Lake, a large basin closed by a very high dam. The first stretch of the valley, despite being the lowest in altitude, crosses a landscape with more distinctly alpine characteristics, as it enters a cool spruce forest. As you proceed, the forest gives way to farmland cultivated with orchards and wide meadows, until you reach the town of Malè, the capital of the Val di Sole. Along this stretch of the cycle path, protected from vehicle traffic, you encounter the locality of Ponte Stori (km 2.6), equipped for resting.
Upon reaching the altitude of the town of Cavizzana (km 5.8), there is a 380 m ascent, but before reaching Cavizzana you descend towards the Noce, crossing vast orchards in front of the massive structure of Castel Caldes and the overhanging Rocca di Samoclevo which tower on the other side of the valley.
At the seventh kilometre, there is “le Contre”, a locality with sports and recreational facilities. Continuing always on the right bank of the Noce river, you shortly reach the confluence with the Rabbies stream, which comes down from the Rabbi Valley and flows into the Noce one kilometre downstream from Malè. Staying along the stream, you pass the village of Malè, the capital of the Val di Sole, which stands on a plateau at a higher altitude. In this way, the cycle path does not cross the village, which is nevertheless worth a visit to admire some characteristic buildings and to visit the Museum of Solandra Civilization. The cycle route continues through the large meadow that leads to the town of Dimaro (km 15.1) located at the entrance to the Val Meledrio, from where the road branches off to Madonna di Campiglio. For a long stretch, it follows alongside the Trento-Malé railway.
Dimaro is crossed by the cycle path, always along the Noce, first on the right and then the left bank, until the village of Mestriago. Continuing and passing the locality of Piano, you again follow alongside the river, passing in front of Mezzana, near the canoe slalom Stadium, until reaching the Sports Center. Now you gently continue along the path until the town of Pellizzano (km 25) where the new Bicigrill stands.
Continuing on a flat stretch, you approach Ossana and its San Michele Castle, still clearly visible from afar.
From here, it is possible to climb along the Vermigliana stream for a short stretch near the campsite and then cross the bridge leading to Fucine (km 28.2), a crossroads between the Val di Sole and the Val di Peio. At this point, the altitude is 985 meters above sea level. After passing the village of Fucine, the path heads northwest where the cycle path enters the Val di Peio in a first semi-flat stretch up to Loc. Forno di Novale (km 29.85) and then climbs towards Cogolo. The valley is narrower and you have to cross the Noce three times, the second time on the road bridge leading to the village of Comasine, facing a short but steep climb. Continuing to climb, you finally reach the sight of Cogolo, which you reach after a short and steep descent, crossing a bridge that leads to the main road right at the entrance to the village (km 34.11).
Alternatively, once you reach Ossana, you pass the San Michele Castle and take the cycle path leading to the San Leonardo Ponds in Vermiglio. The cycle path runs along the Vermigliana stream, among the fascinating panoramas of the upper Val di Sole.
You can reach the starting point of the itinerary with the TRENTO - MALE' - MEZZANA train (download the outward and return timetables).
From Bergamo-Brescia: follow the SS42 del Tonale.
From Bologna-Verona and Brennero: A22 Brennero motorway exit Trento Nord for those coming from the south, San Michele all’Adige exit for those coming from the north. Continue towards Cles, Val di Non, along the SS43 and, after passing Cles, take the SS42 direction Passo del Tonale, Val di Sole.
The cycle path can be accessed from multiple locations, each with parking nearby.
To tackle this itinerary, we recommend wearing a bike helmet and bringing a small backpack with a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle. It is also important to carry a repair kit: spare tube, pump, patch kit, and a set of tools for quick repairs.
Not feeling very fit and worried that you might not be able to last the distance? Don’t worry! The Val di Sole Cycle and Pedestrian Path has a Bike Train and Bike Bus service that takes bikes on board together with… cyclists!
A handy way to travel back to your starting point.
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