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Celestuz

Celestuz

On what is arguably one of the most hidden mountain bike trails in Friuli, you’ll reach the secluded “lost place” of Celestuz, just above Tolmezzo, where you’ll be treated to an inviting downhill trail.

Description

The ride starts at the former Polveriera di Pissebus. From there, follow the old railway line—now a bike path—toward Tolmezzo, before pedaling uphill on paved roads through the residential area via Rivoli Bianchi and taking the very steep gravel path below the rock formations toward Monte Amarianute. In the area of the debris barrier, you cross beneath it and carry your mountain bike uphill from approximately 600 to just under 800 meters above sea level. This marks the highest point of the tour. Here lie the former agricultural lands of Celestuz, which today are recognizable only as a “lost place.” The view is particularly impressive in spring and fall when vegetation is sparse.

The trail descent then begins. Somewhat challenging in the upper section at difficulty level S2 and occasionally S3, the trail then descends very smoothly at difficulty levels S1 and S2 down to the debris dam. This is followed by extremely smooth downhill sections through Rivoli Bianchi, which delight with their very Mediterranean flair. Finally, you reach Via Pissebus and pedal back to the starting point.

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10 km

460 m

460 m

292 above sea level

739 above sea level

1 day

Pissebus

Pissebus

3704

not suitable

Thomas A. Giger
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Portrait Thomas Giger

About the author: Thomas Giger

Thomas Giger has been the editor of Ride MTB since 2002 and is a regular online and print author. Over the years, he has specialized in tourism topics and is particularly well known for his blog-style columns. He is also one of Ride MTB's active tour authors.

Thomas Giger has been the editor of Ride MTB since 2002 and has had a significant influence on the tour database. His focus is on single trail tours. There are few who know the trails in Switzerland as well as he does. However, his areas of expertise also include Aosta, the French Western Alps, and the whole of South Tyrol.

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