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Elva – Sampeyre Pass loop from Stroppo

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Elva – Sampeyre Pass loop from Stroppo

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192

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Elva – Sampeyre Pass loop from Stroppo

04:35

43.8km

1,780m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 13.4 km for 569 m

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13.9 km

Chapel of San Giovanni al Colle

Highlight • Religious Site

Colle di San Giovanni is an extremely fascinating place. Near the larch forest there is the homonymous circular chapel. This place is very scenic.

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16.6 km

Parish Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Elva

Highlight • Religious Site

The parish church of Elva is a small Sistine Chapel. Inside it houses a cycle of frescoes by the Master of Elva, the Flemish painter Hans Clemer. It is always open, but if it is closed, Locanda Occitana has the keys and makes them available to interested parties.

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16.6 km

Elva

Highlight • Settlement

Elva is a small mountain village that rises at 1637 meters above sea level and includes 30 hamlets and hamlets.

The panoramic square not only offers a splendid view of the valleys, but also hosts the parish church frescoed at the end of the fifteenth century by the Flemish painter Hans Clemer. Furthermore, if you pass by here, the Pels Museum is worth a stop, which keeps alive the memory of the ancient hair collectors. To recharge your batteries, you can taste tasty typical products, such as the traditional Elva toma.

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23.7 km

View from Rocca della Meja Outcrop

Highlight • Viewpoint

From these sheer rocks you have a splendid glimpse of the valley, which can be reached simply from the cannon road

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26.3 km

Sampeyre Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

It is a difficult pass, with an average gradient of 7.6% and a passage of 10.8%. It is classified in the passes out of category by professional cyclists. The fabulous landscapes are there to encourage you!

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