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Alternative climb to the classic one from Dronero

Road with little traffic, sometimes closed to traffic

The Church of San Giovanni, founded in 603, originally stood outside the walls of Caraglio. Over the centuries it has undergone numerous interventions, mixing different architectural styles: Romanesque and Gothic on the outside, with a Baroque interior and a facade dating back to the early twentieth century. Inside are preserved the relics of San Dolcido, a Roman soldier donated by the Pope to a noble family of Caraglio.

This smooth asphalt road connects the two villages of Vallera and Valgrana. It is a secondary road with almost no vehicular traffic, here you can relax in the shade of the trees making your thin wheels roll quickly.

The Devil's Bridge of Dronero, built in 1428 over the Maira torrent, is a remarkable example of medieval civil engineering. This bridge has three arches of different sizes and is slightly curved, with lateral parapets surmounted by swallow-tailed Ghibelline battlements. Originally, on the pillar of the smaller arch towards the centre of Dronero, there was a drawbridge, whose iron hinge was found under the road surface; this was removed in 1810 when the entrance passage was widened and the Ghibelline battlements were restored. The name "Devil's Bridge" comes from a local legend: it is said that, to overcome the difficulties in building the bridge, the inhabitants made a pact with the devil, promising him the soul of the first person to cross it. However, the inhabitants tricked the devil by having a stray dog cross first, infuriating the devil who abandoned the bridge. Today, the bridge is a symbol of Dronero and offers a panoramic view of the town, representing an unmissable stop for those visiting the Maira Valley.

The Devil's Bridge in Dronero, built in 1428 over the Maira torrent, is a remarkable example of medieval civil engineering. This bridge has three arches of different sizes and is slightly curved, with lateral parapets surmounted by swallow-tailed Ghibelline battlements. Originally, on the pillar of the smaller arch towards the centre of Dronero, there was a drawbridge, whose iron hinge was found under the road surface; this was removed in 1810 when the entrance passage was widened and the Ghibelline battlements were restored. The name "Devil's Bridge" comes from a local legend: it is said that, to overcome the difficulties in building the bridge, the inhabitants made a pact with the devil, promising him the soul of the first person to cross it. However, the inhabitants tricked the devil by having a stray dog cross first, infuriating the devil who abandoned the bridge. Today, the bridge is a symbol of Dronero and offers a panoramic view of the town, representing an unmissable stop for those visiting the Maira Valley.

The climb from Dronero to Montemale di Cuneo is a challenging route that runs along a wide and well-maintained road. The climb, about 3.5 km long, has an average gradient of 8%, with sections reaching 9%. During the climb, you quickly gain altitude over the valley and the surrounding districts, offering spectacular views that, on clear days, cheer the spirit.

The Sanctuary of Sant'Anna di Roccabruna is closely linked to the partisan history of the Maira Valley. During the Resistance, the village of Sant'Anna was a constant garrison for the 104th Garibaldi Brigade, thanks to its strategic position that offered a panoramic view of the Dronero plain. Today, the sanctuary is the starting point for numerous paths that allow you to retrace the local history and the events of the partisan struggle.