Lake Gourc or Lake of the Frogs – Devil's Bridge of Dronero loop from Archero

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Lake Gourc or Lake of the Frogs – Devil's Bridge of Dronero loop from Archero

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Lake Gourc or Lake of the Frogs – Devil's Bridge of Dronero loop from Archero

03:59

46.3km

1,190m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.24 km

Via Archero Cycle Path

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road closed to traffic, except for central vehicles. You will find a barrier that says closed to traffic, but it is a landslide, you can get through on foot and …

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15.5 km

Partisan Refuge Detto Dalmastro

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The “Detto Dalmastro” Partisan Refuge is located in Località Santa Margherita in Dronero. It was inaugurated on June 2, 1970 and recently refurbished.

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16.2 km

Colle Santa Margherita

Mountain Pass

17.4 km

Santa Margherita–Paglieres Trail

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Sliding single track immersed in the woods, which can be tackled in both directions

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20.9 km

Votive Pillar on the Trail to Lago delle Rane

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It's a point of reference to understand that you are on the right path.

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22.9 km

Lake Gourc or Lake of the Frogs

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Beautiful plateau where you can stop and contemplate the nature that is reflected in the lake

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35.1 km

Ascent to Colle del Birrone

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Very nice and fast climb to the Birrone hill to Then continue towards the Ciabra hill where the descent begins on a fantastic single track that takes you back to …

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35.3 km

Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian, San Damiano Macra

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Small town, starting point for various excursions to the surrounding villages.
Info point on site.

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45.8 km

Devil's Bridge of Dronero

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Like any self-respecting city dating back to the Middle Ages, Dronero also has the Devil's Bridge. Legend has it that the Droneresi asked the Devil for help to build the …

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46.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.4 km

13.3 km

4.14 km

522 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

13.9 km

9.40 km

3.11 km

880 m

228 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,480 m)

Lowest point (600 m)

Weather

Thursday 5 November

11°C

6°C

67 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

October 5, 2025,Santa Margherita e Soglio

Putting aside any ambitions for a mountain outing due to the cool temperatures, I decide to take a ride around my house, checking out the single track that descends from Soglio to Lottulo, which I hadn't seen before.

I decide to start from Tetti and climb up to Santa Margherita. This climb is always tough, but today I'm happy to …

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June 13, 2026,XC mon amour 💯❤️

Sometimes I feel like leaving my backpack at home and setting off directly from home, light and free, for an xc-pedaled ride without the slightest possibility of pushing and carrying the MTB...

But how varied is the world of MTB! ... you are always in the saddle on two wheels, but sometimes it really feels like doing different disciplines...

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