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Road bike holidays on northern Lake Garda

Road biking: Trentino / Italy

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Cyclist standing by lakeside with mountains and sailboats in the background

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Two cyclists on a boardwalk by the lake with mountains in the background

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Cyclist on a walkway overlooking lake and mountains on a sunny day

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Two racing bikes lying on a lakeside shore with mountains in the background

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Two cyclists with helmets on mountain road overlooking valley and mountains

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Three cyclists riding on mountain road with rocky hills in background

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Couple wearing bike helmets sitting on bench overlooking landscape

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Road bike holiday on northern Lake Garda

Northern Lake Garda is a paradise for racing cyclists: challenging mountain pass roads, fantastic panoramas and Italian serenity merge into a relazione d'amore here. From sporty mountain tours to enjoyable lake tours - everything is possible. And after the tour? Enjoy gelato and pizza right on the lakeshore. This is pure dolce vita!

Road bike holiday between lake, sun and Alps

Between the turquoise-coloured waters of Lake Garda and the steep flanks of the Alps lies one of the most varied road bike areas in Europe. Around Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole, you can expect sporting challenges such as the Monte Baldo circuit, but also relaxed laps through olive groves and along the coast. Omnipresent views of the lake, Mediterranean vegetation and perfect road bike conditions make northern Lake Garda in Trentino a dream destination.

After training, you will be rewarded with charming old towns, Italian cuisine and a view of the sunset on the lake shore. Whether it's the start of the season in spring, an intensive week of training or a relaxing bike & relaxation holiday - sport, enjoyment and scenery combine to create an irresistible mix on Northern Lake Garda.

Three cyclists riding on mountain road with village and lake view

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Highlights for your road bike holiday on northern Lake Garda

Spectacular: The legendary Monte Baldo circumnavigation
Enjoyable: Relaxed coastal tours along Lake Garda
Unforgettable: Dolce Vita feeling in Riva del Garda & Arco

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Hotels for your road bike holiday

Our bike hotels are your place2be for your road bike holiday. Your hosts know every bend and every climb and will show you the most beautiful routes in the region.

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Road bike tours

Road cycling on Northern Lake Garda - experience boundless freedom on endless mountain passes, discover new routes and enjoy breathtaking Alpine panoramas.

Road bike tours

Alpine passes

Road bike travels

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Northern Lake Garda / Trentino (IT)

Limarò

Difficulty

Difficult

Duration

3:35 hr./hrs.

Distance

68.2 km

Uphill

1300 m

Downhill

1300 m

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Northern Lake Garda / Trentino (IT)

Malcesine Panoramica

Difficulty

Medium

Duration

1:50 hr./hrs.

Distance

34.4 km

Uphill

660 m

Downhill

660 m

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Castelli

Northern Lake Garda / Trentino (IT)

Monte Baldo

Difficulty

Difficult

Duration

7:02 hr./hrs.

Distance

118 km

Uphill

2590 m

Downhill

2590 m

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Northern Lake Garda / Trentino (IT)

Monte Velo - Passo Santa Barbara

Difficulty

Difficult

Duration

4:07 hr./hrs.

Distance

68.6 km

Uphill

1720 m

Downhill

1720 m

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Cyclist on winding road overlooking lake and mountains

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Northern Lake Garda / Trentino (IT)

Tour del Lago di Garda

Difficulty

Difficult

Duration

6:19 hr./hrs.

Distance

143 km

Uphill

1300 m

Downhill

1300 m

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FAQs about Northern Lake Garda

When is the best time of year for a road cycling holiday on the Northern Lake Garda?

According to Garda Trentino, the road cycling season runs from February to November. For steeper climbs, you should check the weather, temperatures and road conditions. Valley and lakeside routes are particularly well suited for the start of the season.

What road cycling climbs are there on the northern Lake Garda?

The main destinations include Monte Velo with the Passo Santa Barbara, Monte Baldo, the Passo Ballino and San Giovanni al Monte. The routes through the Val di Gresta and the Valle dei Laghi also offer plenty of elevation gain.

Is the northern Lake Garda suitable for road cycling beginners?

Yes. Flatter routes along the River Sarca and into the Valle dei Laghi allow for moderate rides. Short laps of the lake are ideal for beginners; experienced cyclists opt for Monte Velo, Monte Baldo or Passo Ballino.

What makes a road cycling holiday on the northern Lake Garda so special?

The region combines Mediterranean lakeside towns with Alpine climbs. From Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole, you can set off on lakeside loops, mountain passes and scenic routes, before enjoying Italian cuisine right by the water’s edge.

Which road cycling route is the classic on the northern shore of Lake Garda?

Monte Velo via Passo Santa Barbara is the region’s classic climb: almost 13 kilometres long, with an average gradient of around 8.5 per cent and short sections exceeding 12 per cent. The Lake Garda circuit is the longer alternative.

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Road bike holidays on northern Lake Garda

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