Colorful meadows, fresh larch and red fir woods, and the impressive Cavalese waterfall form the backdrop to this itinerary that develops close to populated areas.
The route alternates paved or cobblestone sections in inhabited centers and dirt roads crossing meadows and woods. It also travels a stretch of the Fiemme and Fassa bike path which almost entirely follows the Avisio river. The Cavalese waterfall offers a refreshing breeze before starting the last kilometers that return to the starting point.
Stop to rest and admire the large drop of the Cavalese Waterfall. A path allows you to reach in a few minutes the iron bridge located above the waterfall.
Safety guidelines
IMPORTANT
Traffic on all routes is two-way, always pay attention to passing vehicles and the presence of people. The routes are not exclusively for bicycle use. Following the Vaia storm (October 2018), forest roads are used by heavy vehicles for logging and timber transport.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SUSTAINABLE BIKING
Plan your outing
Always give priority to hikers on foot
Respect road signs, stop at traffic lights, and do not ride against traffic.
Never leave marked routes, do not take closed trails
Respect nature, the trail, plants and animals
Do not litter
Respect public and private property
Do not travel alone in isolated areas
ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET!
The information contained in this sheet is subject to unavoidable changes, no indication therefore has absolute value. It is impossible to completely avoid inaccuracies or errors, considering the rapid environmental or weather changes that may occur. In this sense, we decline all responsibility for any changes experienced by the user. However, it is recommended to check before an excursion the state of the places and environmental or weather conditions.
The passability of routes in a mountain environment is strictly linked to contingent conditions and therefore depends on natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather. For this reason, the information contained in this sheet may have changed. Before leaving, inquire about the state of the route by contacting the valley tourist offices.
Starting point
Panchià
Directions
Starting from the center of the village of Panchià, follow the signs for MTB route 927 which, after passing through the village of Tesero, leaves the state road to climb towards Varena, crossing colorful meadows that offer a panoramic view extending to the Brenta Dolomites. After passing through the villages of Varena and Daiano, you face a short but challenging ascent (paved) leading to the area of Ganzaie. After crossing the pastures, you enter the larch and red fir forest, circling around the Dosso di Solombo. After a short stretch on paved road, turn right descending on a somewhat rough road (be careful). Afterwards, a beautiful panoramic trail allows you to reach Carano and then quickly descend on asphalt into the village of Cavalese. From here, following the signs for MTB route 925, descend towards the area of Cascata and take the bike path to the right leading to Molina di Fiemme. Climbing towards Passo Manghen, turn left towards Arodolo and, still following the MTB 925 signs, reach the Cavalese Waterfall. After a stop for a souvenir photo, take the bike path until you reach the covered wooden bridge of Panchià. A final climb brings you back to the starting point.
It is recommended to download the gpx track of the route and follow it on your smartphone.
public transportation
Panchià is reachable by Trentino Trasporti line buses.
How to get there
Reach Panchià via SS 48
Where to park
Near the square and the church
What to bring with you during a bike ride?
adequate water supply according to your needs (consider temperature, possibility of refilling, route length)
snacks (for example, dried fruit or bars)
windproof and rainproof jacket
spare shirt and socks
sunscreen
sunglasses
bike gloves
map or GPS device
first aid kit
bike repair kit for mechanical incidents
Always let someone know where you are heading and the expected duration of your trip.
The emergency number is 112
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