This beautiful ride begins in Cernobbio (or wherever your hotel is located), where we stretch our legs along the mostly level but wonderfully winding western edge of Lake Como, not-to-missed coffee stop at the Pasticceria Rossi, the oldest Cafeteria in Bellagio, before we tackle the iconic 10k climb to Madonna del Ghisallo. Here, take your time and take in the Madonna’s rich history. And when ready, we’ll enjoy a leisurely descent to lake Como’s eastern coastline, finally returning to Como.
Riding into Switzerland we climb gently through Chiasso and Mendrisio, then down behind Capolago to Reresio. Around the curving shore of beautiful Lake Lugano we re-enter Italy, ride through Porto Ceresio and on to Ponte Tresa – a pretty spot for a coffee. We continue around the edge of the lake, crossing back into Switzerland. For a short time we then leave the lake and cut across Caslano and ride past the end of Lugano Airport’s runway. We then return along the lake’s eastern edge back to our starting point on Lake Como.
We start our ride on the edge of Lake Como and head west crossing into Switzerland. We then cross the Lake on the causeway taking a scenic elevated road to the beautiful Swiss city of Lugano. There is a short climb out of Lugano which affords spectacular views of the lake. We cross the border back into Italy and reach Porlezza, an ideal spot for a coffee stop and refuel. The route continues around the top of lake Lugano staying on its shore and climb steeply up and away from the lake. Climbing continues to San Fedele d’Intelvi and then we coast down to the edge of Lake Como near Argegno, and return to our starting point along the lovely old towns of Laglio and Moltrasio.
This picturesque and leisurely guided ride take us along the lake from Cernobbio down a quiet, winding road, passing George Clooney’s Villa and on into Laglio where we take a brief stop at a favorite local cafe Da Luciano. The tour is just a couple hours but is a great way to see the lake region while passing through border crossings dating back to WWII, into and out of Switzerland on our way back.
(RIVA SAN VITALE, SWITZERLAND TO PORTO CERESIO, ITALY). Riding bikes directly from our warehouse we will immediately reach the Swiss border The ride runs through Merlot vineyards and will mostly be on quiet bike paths Cycling alongside Lake Lugano we will soon reach the Italian village of Porto Ceresio If you are in for a coffee stop this is the perfect spot! This is the ideal tour for families that would like to enjoy an easy cycling experience.
If you love gravel riding and want to stay away from cars as much as possible this Tour is a great option: a mix of gravel trails, quiet roads alongside (Swiss) Merlot vineyards riding secondary roads through tiny villages across the border into Switzerland’s Ticino region, the Italian speaking Canton across the border.
Riding our bikes directly from our warehouse we will reach the Swiss border within minutes Cycling mostly on bike paths we reach -just after leaving the border town of Chiasso- the beautiful hills of Mendrisio .. here a gentle uphill will take us to the steps of Monte San Giorgio (well known for his historic and fossil finds just became a UNESCO heritage site) We will ride through quaint mountain villages each one of them hiding his own history behind Once reached the top you will enjoy a 180 degrees breathtaking view of Lake Lugano This tour - mainly in Swiss territory - is perfect for eBike riders.
Starting from Cernobbio - or from wherever your Hotel is located- in few kilometers you can easily reach the border with Switzerland and as soon as you leave Lake Como’s shores amazingly you find yourself right into the foothills of the Alps. Cycling up Valle di Muggio is an unforgettable ride passing through so many little mountain villages, old fountains, water mills and ancient stone bridges all surrounded by chestnut forests. A quick stop for a coffee and a slice of homemade cake at Osteria Manciana and then we will return riding on the other side of the valley back into civilization.
Our ride begins along the western shore of the lake keeping as close as we can to the water and riding quiet roads through many beautiful old villages with stately historic homes, including the famous George Clooney villa at Laglio. Leaving the lake just before Argegno we climb by switchback providing excellent views of the lake. We then head away from the lake and continue a gentle 12 km climb to San Fedele d’Intelvi, a perfect spot for a coffee. Here we take the road leading to the village of Pigra. A funicular from Argegno ascends to Pigra, and riding to the station at the top is a must with its awe-inspiring views back down to Lake Como. We then cycle back home the way we came.
This ride may not be the most popular around here but to my mind is one of most scenic of the area. The climb to Monte Brè starts right in the center town of Lugano, measures approximately 8 km and offers breathtaking views from right from the start until the Bellavista terrace where you will enjoy the best possible vista of Lugano, Monte Salvatore and the surrounding mountains. The first (and last) part of the ride is farely easy and flat and the climb to the top of Brè does not ever get over 7/8%.
Experience the amazing view of Lake Como from above on a MTB ride (or an assisted eMTB). Riding through Parco Naturale Spina Verde you will reach the top of Pin Umbrela where the views are just breathtaking. This beautiful area is historically important as well, this is the Linea Cadorna, officially the Northern Frontier, this was the Italian defensive system on the northern border facing Switzerland, designed and built between 1899 and 1918 to protect the main industrial centres from an attack by Austria-Hungary violating Swiss neutrality.
Riding along the western shore of Italy’s most celebrated and arguably most beautiful lake, we will reach the village of Argegno where the climb towards Val d’Intelvi starts. This amazingly beautiful valley connects Lake Como to Lake Lugano. A mandatory and well deserved coffee stop in the mountain village of Lanzo d’Intelvi before descending into Swiss territory and along the shores of Lake Lugano we will cycle back to Cernobbio.
Passo Stelvio, one of the highest, most spectacular and greatest mountain passes, should definitely be on yours or any cyclist’s bucket list. Climbing the pass from either side provides awesome scenery and challenging riding. Embark on an epic cycling adventure with an early morning van transfer from Como to Bormio, followed by a epic ascent up the legendary Passo Stelvio. After an overnight stay in Bormio (hotel not included), conquer the iconic Passo Gavia the next morning before we drive you back to Como. Two of the most breathtaking climbs in cycling, all packed into one unforgettable tour!
