«[...] A canal was built from the castle of Trezzo to the city, and it was called della Martesana, the county that passes through. [...]» The Naviglio della Martesana, also known as Naviglio Piccolo, is one of the Milanese canals that connects Milan with the Adda river from which it receives its waters in Concesa just downstream of Trezzo sull'Adda.

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marco_jose

April 25, 2025

Cycling

Nice gravel ride, from Gessate to Cremona. 95% on paved cycle paths and dirt road in the woods along the Adda. The first stretch from Cassano to Lodi is very nice, all in the woods, several single tracks with tall grass or "cycle path" but with a dirt surface. The river is almost always nearby. From Lodi to Cremona all on paved cycle path, elevated on cultivated fields and more exposed to the wind. Stops in Lodi, Pizzighettone and Cremona for visits. Return by train.

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Andrea Mavilla

January 30, 2021

Cycling

The Martesana as well as the Pavese canal are the most beautiful cycle paths in Italy

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1. Martesana Canal Cycle Path – Martesana Canal loop from Cassano d’Adda

50.4km

02:54

80m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Martesana Canal – Groppello Water Wheel loop from Villa Pompea

113km

08:05

680m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Martesana Canal Cycle Path – Martesana Canal loop from Lambrate FS

56.1km

03:11

90m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 180 m

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Monday 2 March

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Max wind speed: 7.0 km/h

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Location: Bellinzago Lombardo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy

Other Popular Places to Check Out

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Martesana Canal

1. Martesana Canal Cycle Path – Martesana Canal loop from Cassano d’Adda

2. Martesana Canal – Groppello Water Wheel loop from Villa Pompea

3. Martesana Canal Cycle Path – Martesana Canal loop from Lambrate FS

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