Scenic and technical very satisfying tour. Uphill on asphalt road through the fascinating Elva gorge, narrow single track through meadows with some walking sections.
Departure point:
Ponte Marmora, near the camping Pont d'la Ceino, 935 m, 5 km to Vernetti
Difference in height:
1900 m
Distance:
52 km
Map:
Valle Maira 1:25000, Escursionista, 2009, Rimini
Difficulty:
Physically and technically challenging tour
Photogallery tour
"Mountain Bike Valle Maira: The riding here is extremely diverse, both in landscape and challenge level, and is recommended." Ellee Thalheimer, Cycling Italy, Lonely Planet Publications, 2009