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May 25, 2026
The Via del Sale, an ancient salt route between Piedmont and Liguria, is one of the great MTB classics in the Ligurian Alps. This route for experienced cyclists follows it in its entirety to the seaside town of Sanremo.
Starting from the Col de Tende pass, accessible by shuttle or bike from Limone Piemonte, the route climbs towards the Marguareis…
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May 28, 2026
The crossing to Menton is one of the most complete in the Southern Alps. The route starts at the mythical Col de Tende (1,871 meters), which marks the border between France and Italy. A shuttle service allows you to reach the starting point from Limone Piemonte, but you can also cycle up to the pass.
The route runs along the…
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May 21, 2026
From Ormea to Upega, this route offers a two-stage crossing through the secret landscapes of the Ligurian Alps. Between gentle valleys and ancient chestnut trees, the trail advances peacefully along the Balconata di Ormea, offering luminous glimpses of the Tanaro valley.
Initially, the route follows a panoramic trail that winds above the Tanaro valley. Your progress is marked by the…
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May 21, 2026
Discover an alpine crossing in the heart of the spectacular landscapes of Marguareis in two stages. From Certosa di Pesio to the Don Barbera refuge, the route offers a wild immersion in the Ligurian Alps between monastic heritage, high karst plateaus, and vast high-altitude spaces.
The start is at the Carthusian Monastery of Sainte-Marie, founded in 1173, a major spiritual…
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May 21, 2026
The route from Roccaforte Mondovì to the Don Barbera refuge follows the Ellero valley through the unspoiled landscapes of the Ligurian Alps. The route, divided into two stages, offers an authentic mountain experience where traditions and nature are closely linked.
The path first ascends the Ellero valley, taking small secondary roads and old pastoral trails that pass through stone villages,…
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May 21, 2026
From Trinità di Entracque to Casterino, this route offers a demanding and deeply immersive alpine crossing in two stages. Between ancient passageways, high-altitude landscapes, and mineral silence, the route offers an authentic mountain experience in the heart of the Maritime Alps.
The start is from the hamlet of Trinità di Entracque in the heart of the Gesso valley. The Locanda…
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May 21, 2026
From Terme di Valdieri to Casterino, this route offers an intense experience in the heart of the grandiose landscapes of the Maritime Alps in three stages. From summits over 3,000 meters high to the heart of a protected flora and fauna, the immersion in the alpine environment is total.
The route starts from the thermal spa in the upper Gesso…
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May 21, 2026
This crossing connects Limone Piemonte to Imperia in five stages, through a unique adventure across wild and preserved territories. More confidential and shorter than the other RivierALP crossings, this route nevertheless remains one of the most charming.
From the first stages, the mineral reliefs and vast horizons set the tone. The trails follow ancient routes that wind between passes, ridges,…
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May 21, 2026
From the charming alleys of Limone Piemonte to the sun-drenched facades of Sanremo's caruggi, discover an unforgettable seven-stage crossing through the heart of a contrasting environment. From alpine landscapes to Mediterranean softness, the route offers a great diversity of protected areas.
From the heights of Limone Piemonte, the route begins in a mineral world dominated by the ridges of the…
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May 21, 2026
From the Italian Piedmont to the shores of the Mediterranean, here is a spectacular crossing connecting Limone Piemonte to Menton in eight stages. Between mountain and sea, this cross-border route reveals a succession of authentic landscapes and small communities with a charm that blends Italy and France.
From the alpine pastures and old military roads around Limone Piemonte, the trail…
RivierALP planned a mountain bike ride
June 2, 2026
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May 25, 2026
This route from Rastello leaves no room for improvisation: it is the most committed connection in the RivierALP network. You will be riding in the Ligurian mountains, on little-used trails, far from the tourist circuits.
The first section crosses Pian Marchisio, a high-altitude plateau with open pastures
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RivierALP planned a mountain bike ride
June 2, 2026
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May 25, 2026
A short bike ride to reach the ridges of the Alta Via del Sale. This route is the shortest access point in the RivierALP network and one of the most unique in terms of scenery.
The route starts from Pian delle Gorre, the main access point to the Marguareis Natural Park, which can be reached by car. A
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RivierALP planned a mountain bike ride
June 2, 2026
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May 25, 2026
Ormea is the natural gateway to the eastern RivierALP routes. This small medieval town in the upper Tanaro valley, dominated by its watchtower and stone ramparts, marks the start of an almost 50-kilometer access route to Piaggia, a junction point with the major traverses.
The route follows the Tanaro
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RivierALP planned a mountain bike ride
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May 25, 2026
Hand-dug military tunnels in the rock are the signature of this connection between La Brigue and Colle del Garezzo, which you can do as a round trip in the same day.
La Brigue, a village with a complex border past, attached to France in 1947 after a local referendum, is the starting point. Along the way
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May 25, 2026
The wildest of the three great crossings. Between the Col de Tende and Imperia, the Via Marenca (an ancient drove road linking Piedmont to the sea) crosses little-visited territories, between high ridges and dense forests, with few inhabited areas in its central part.
The highest point is at the foot of Monte Saccarello (2,201 meters), the highest peak in the…