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Sanctuary of Oropa
Mountain biking
4.8
(90)
Running
5.0
(10)
Hiking
5.0
(3)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
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Alessandro Santa
November 7, 2022
Mountain biking
The sanctuary of Oropa is a Marian sanctuary dedicated to the Black Madonna located a dozen kilometers north of the city of Biella, in the hamlet of Oropa, at approximately …
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•Stefano Fumagalli
November 22, 2022
Mountain biking
According to tradition, not confirmed by historical evidence, the sanctuary of Oropa was founded by Saint Eusebius bishop of Vercelli in the 4th century
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•Andrea R.
August 13, 2017
Running
A destination well known in Biella but not only, it is a starting point for beautiful walks but also a point of arrival for lunches and dinners in typical trattorias.
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•Nearby routes
Best routes near Sanctuary of Oropa
4.5
(23)
118
riders
49.9km
04:09
1,370m
1,360m
This difficult 31.0-mile mountain biking trail from Andrate to Oropa offers panoramic views and historic tunnels.
Hard
4.6
(10)
41
riders
30.0km
02:35
810m
810m
This difficult 18.6-mile mountain bike loop around the Sanctuary of Oropa features 2648 feet of climbing and panoramic views.
Hard
6
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard
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Elevation 1,110 m
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