Alpine Gravel in Val di Non: A Cycling Adventure for Experienced

More than gravel: a cycling adventure for experienced riders

Have you heard of gravel biking? It’s a cycling discipline that combines the freedom of road biking with the grit of off-road trails. In Val di Non, you’ll find something even more extreme: Alpine Gravel – an experience designed for cyclists looking for technical, high-altitude, and visually stunning routes.

As the name suggests, this is where gravel truly meets the mountains. The Alpine Gravel routes take you through valleys, forests, and alpine pastures, ranging from 650 to 2,200 metres above sea level. Expect very little tarmac, plenty of natural terrain, tough climbs, and unforgettable views over the Val di Non.

These routes are designed for well-trained, experienced cyclists who want to push their limits on challenging terrain. Here’s what you’re in for:

Significant elevation gain, starting from 970 m D+
Steep gradients, with sections up to 21%
Alpine terrain – often loose, rocky or uneven
Mandatory portage – at times, you’ll need to push or carry your bike
Technical descents on steep, natural trails

A gravel bike with tyres of at least 38 mm is essential. You’ll need both skill and endurance to take these trails on.

Below you’ll find 6 Alpine Gravel routes: pick your challenge, get your bike ready, and explore the wild side of Val di Non on two wheels!

M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Easy Gravel dei Castelli An accessible and scenic gravel route among castles, apple orchards, and quiet secondary roads. Ideal for beginners, families, or anyone looking for a relaxed ride. Details
M_BIKE M_GRAVEL M_TREKKING TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Peller Gravel A 56 km route embracing the Val di Non and the Val di Sole, circling around Monte Peller with a unique perspective of the Brenta Dolomites. You can start either from Cles in Val di Non or from Caldes in Val di Sole. Details
M_BIKE M_GRAVEL M_TREKKING TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Gran Tour Predaia Gravel An "intense" alpine route that in less than 50 km offers views of the Brenta, Maddalene, castles, and forest roads winding through the woods. Details
M_BIKE M_GRAVEL M_TREKKING TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Macaion Roen Gravel The most alpine among the gravel routes of Val di Non with panoramic passages on ridges suspended over the Adige Valley Details
M_BIKE M_GRAVEL M_TREKKING TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Maddalene Ronda Gravel A circular journey through the wilderness of the Maddalene, away from mass tourism among woods, mountain huts, and alpine pastures. Details
M_BIKE M_GRAVEL M_TREKKING TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Cultural Gravel Route The essence of "noneso" gravel between apple orchards, castles, lez paths, and alpine sections. Never too technical but challenging due to elevation change, always varied and engaging. Details
M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Alpine Gravel Monte Vigo A route to be ridden all at once on the slopes of Monte Vigo, passing from the wild and lush Val Meledrio to the most photographed alpine lake in the valley, the charming Lago dei Caprioli. Details
M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Alpine Gravel Pejo The Alpine Gravel Val di Pejo is a definitely challenging route: with its almost 1,900 meters of uphill elevation and a length of nearly 62 km, it will surely test your skills on the gravel bike. Details
M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Alpine Gravel Lower Valley Perfect route to test the gravel product of Val di Sole thanks to the presence, for the most part, of sections pedaling on the comfortable cycle-pedestrian path next to the Noce River. A pleasant route among small villages, dense woods and sunny apple orchards, where splendid panoramic views of the lower Val di Sole will not be missed. Details
M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Alpine Gravel Lake Celentino A challenging ride, but definitely panoramic, allowing you to enjoy a spectacular view of the majestic and fascinating Brenta Dolomites and the highest peak in Trentino, the Presanella. Details
M_TREKKING M_BIKE TAG_IMPORTED_TGP Alpine Gravel Passo Tonale A route between history and culture that from the imposing San Michele Castle of Ossana reaches Passo Tonale, passing among the forts of the First World War, up to the foot of the highest peak in Trentino, Presanella. Details