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Italy
Lombardy
Varese
Laveno-Mombello

MTB tra Lago Maggiore, Passo del Cuvignone e San Michele - Giro ad anello

Routes
Mountain biking trails
Italy
Lombardy
Varese
Laveno-Mombello

MTB tra Lago Maggiore, Passo del Cuvignone e San Michele - Giro ad anello

Hard

3.3

(3)

28

riders

MTB tra Lago Maggiore, Passo del Cuvignone e San Michele - Giro ad anello

03:54

42.8km

1,390m

Mountain biking

Embark on a challenging mountain biking adventure with the "MTB tra Lago Maggiore, Passo del Cuvignone e San Michele - Giro ad anello" loop. This difficult route spans 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and demands very good fitness, featuring a significant elevation gain of 4554 feet (1388 metres) that will take you around 3 hours and 53 minutes to complete. You will navigate diverse terrain, from asphalt and gravel to unpaved sections, with steep, winding climbs to the iconic Passo del Cuvignone, offering stunning views of Lake Maggiore.

To tackle this trail, you should possess advanced riding skills, as some sections may even require pushing your bike. The route is accessible from various points, including Cittiglio, Casalzuigno, and Porto Valtravaglia, leading you towards the Cuvignone Pass. Prepare for substantial climbing and varied surfaces, ensuring your bike is suitable for both paved and natural paths.

This loop is a favorite among local mountain bikers, known for its rewarding experience and peaceful contact with nature. Beyond the panoramic views of Lake Maggiore, you will encounter historical elements like well-preserved sections of an ancient military road and the notable Church of San Michele al Monte. The trail also passes through charming villages and offers unique perspectives of the Laveno-Mombello Waterfront.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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441 m

Laveno-Mombello Waterfront

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the most characteristic villages of Lake Maggiore, located on its eastern shore

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14.7 km

Cuvignone Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Cuvignone pass, located at an altitude of 1,050 meters, connects Valcuvia with Luinese. This pass can be reached from three different sides: the most famous is the one that starts from Cittiglio, the town where Alfredo Binda was born.
Various hiking trails start from the pass that allow you to admire Lake Maggiore.

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15.4 km

Refugio Localita Alpe Di Guvignone
Totally nicely located simple restaurant with great cakes and food. 200 m further on, a beautiful viewpoint overlooking Lake Maggiore. We have not found a better lookout yet. Directly below the viewing platforms, the rocks go down several 100 m vertically.

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19.0 km

B&B Il Gatto Nero

Highlight • Rest Area

B&B Il Gatto Nero - Porto Valtravaglia
Cascate Della Froda is 2.5 km from B&B Gatto Nero, Porto Valtravaglia and Chiesa di Sant'Antonio sul Monte is 100 meters away.
The B&B is located in Porto Valtravaglia, 2 km from the center. San Antonio is in close proximity to this property.

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23.7 km

Church of San Michele al Monte

Highlight • Religious Site

The thousand-year-old church of San Michele is located in the territory of the current municipality of Porto Valtravaglia, at approximately 820 meters above sea level.
It was built to provide a place of prayer for people who went to the mountains in spring and summer.

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30.3 km

Via Ronchetto

Highlight • Trail

Military Road, downhill. On the lower part, some sections are very well preserved. You get an impression of ancient road construction skills.

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42.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.2 km

7.87 km

4.14 km

3.12 km

1.48 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.4 km

6.91 km

3.00 km

826 m

540 m

167 m

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