Highlight • Monument
Former Austrian Customs House at Tornavento
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5.0
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22
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53.8km
03:35
180m
180m
This moderate mountain biking route, "Da Legnano verso l'ex dogana austriaca di Tornavento – giro ad anello", takes you through extensive forest areas of common oak, black locust, and Scots pine. You'll ride on wide, flat paths initially, traversing protected natural parks like Parco Alto Milanese and Parco Lombardo della Valle del Ticino. The highlight is reaching the Ex Dogana Austriaca di Tornavento, perched on a fluvial terrace with views over the Ticino valley. This 33.4 miles (53.8 km) loop involves about 585 feet (178 metres) of elevation gain and typically takes around 3 hours and 34 minutes to complete. It's a moderate ride, requiring a good level of training and advanced riding skills.
The starting point of this tour is easily accessible if you plan to use public transportation. If you don't own a mountain bike, e-bikes are available for rent conveniently close to the Ex Dogana Austriaca. This allows you to enjoy the historical roads and scenic paths without needing to transport your own equipment. The route is set within well-preserved natural parks, so be sure to respect the environment during your ride.
The Ex Dogana Austriaca di Tornavento is more than just a viewpoint; it's a significant historical landmark and a park center. Here, you can find a museum with exhibits on geology, archeology, and seeds, along with tourist information. The route also incorporates the "Via Gaggio Outdoor War Museum," which was historically a vital communication link between the high plain and the Ticino Valley. You'll also encounter various canals like the Villoresi Canal, the Industrial Canal, and the Naviglio Grande, adding to the trail's unique character.
4.6
(113)
296
riders
48.8km
03:45
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
4.3
(86)
324
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Elevation 240 m
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