The Dark Side

Road bike
Piano di Magadino

Starting from Bellinzona, pedal northwards to Arbedo and then descend close to the riverbank. As you enter the heart of the Piano di Magadino, agricultural field mingle with vineyards and the numerous farms and holiday farms are worth a stop to buy some of the products of the land. 

 

The route then runs along the shores of Lake Maggiore to Gerra Gambarogno, while the return journey is up and down the hill to Artore, the highest point of the route, from where Bellinzona and its castles can once again be admired, before descending towards the centre to enjoy a well-deserved beer in Piazza Collegiata.

 

Technical details

Technical difficulty

Livello tecnico 0

Physical condition

Distance [km]

68km
Height difference [m]

1140m

Duration

Full day

Points of Interest
  • Chiesa Rossa, Arbedo

  • Piazza Grande, Giubiasco

  • Azienda agricola La Colombera, S. Antonino

  • Agriturismo Pian Marnino, Gudo

  • Bolle, Magadino

  • Spiaggetta, Vira Gambarogno

  • Mulino del Precassino, Cadenazzo

  • Bagno pubblico, Bellinzona

Tips
  • Rideable in both directions
Option
  • Bike rental
  • Guided tour
  • Picnic

 

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BikePort

BikePort Sagl
Viale Stazione 36b

6500 Bellinzona

 

Tel. +41 91 243 09 78

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