カマンドーナ周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

Il **Passo (または Bocchetto) di Bocchetto Sessera** は、イタリア、ピエモンテ州ビエッラ県にあるビエッラ・アルプスに位置するアルプス越えです。ストロナ・ディ・モッソ渓谷とヴァル・セッセラ渓谷を、モンテ・マルカ山（1.558 m）とモンティッキオ山（1.697 m）の間で結んでいます。

ビエッラ（ピエモンテ州、イタリア）のラ・ヴェッキアにあるポンテ・デイ・トレ・アルキは、1911年から1958年の間ビエッラとオロパの聖域を結んでいた旧路面電車線であるビエッラ＝オロパ線のかつてのルート沿いに位置する歴史的な石造りの建造物です。

sanctuary about ten km above Biella, reachable by road bike along the only road from Biella, from Andrate, a town above Ivrea with the road called "Tracciolino" from Favaro, just above Biella by mountain bike along the route of the old train

The path to the Sanctuary of Oropa is a journey through nature, history, and spirituality: trails pass through ancient forests, hills, and charming villages, all the way up to the majestic Biella mountains. The itineraries, at times challenging, test your pace and endurance, but reward you with breathtaking views and the unique thrill of reaching one of Piedmont's most fascinating sacred sites.

Main entrance to the Oasi Zegna, from which many paths start, including the "Bosco del Sorriso" path and others

The climb is very tough but once you get to the top the sanctuary is beautiful.

Oropa is an important Catholic pilgrimage site in the Piedmont Alps, about 12 kilometers northwest of Biella, Italy. It lies in a picturesque valley at an altitude of approximately 1,159 meters. In brief: * Pilgrimage site: One of the most important Marian pilgrimage sites in the Alps, dedicated to the Black Madonna. * History: According to tradition, the pilgrimage dates back to Saint Eusebius in the 4th century. * Sacro Monte: The Holy Mountain of Oropa, with 12 chapels depicting the life of the Virgin Mary, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003. * Basilicas: Consists of the old basilica (17th century), where the Black Madonna is venerated, and the newer, larger Basilica Superior (20th century). * Nature and activities: Surrounded by mountains, it offers opportunities for hiking, trekking, and mountaineering. There is also a botanical garden and an adventure park. * UNESCO World Heritage Site: Recognized along with eight other "Sacri Monti" in the region for its religious, cultural, and scenic significance. Oropa is a place of spiritual significance, impressive architecture, and natural beauty, attracting many pilgrims and visitors annually.

The climb to the Sanctuary of Oropa from Biella is a Piedmont classic. It is about 13 km intense and constant, which do not allow respite with always challenging slopes. The iconic and hardest stretch is the last kilometer on the scenic pavé, made legendary by Pantani's feat in the Giro '99.