Monterosso
Description
The first part of the tour is a real panoramic experience. On a small, winding road, you climb from Levanto up to Lavaggiorosso and on to Foce di Dosso. This is where the panoramic high-altitude route begins along the ridge high above the Levanto basin - with magnificent views of the Mediterranean coast and, a little later, the cliffs of the Cinque Terre. Follow the road to the church of Saviore, where a rough singletrail branches off below to Monterosso. Technically not the finest trail in the region, but definitely the most sensible way to get directly to the sea. Alternatively, there is a trail variant further south, but this is much more challenging and exposed.
In picturesque Monterosso al Mare, you can immerse yourself in the Italian way of life - if you're lucky, not surrounded by too many tourists. You roll through the pedestrian tunnel over to the famous beach with its neatly arranged parasols. From the sea, the route then climbs uphill again: a small asphalt road takes you up to Colla di Gritta. This is where the last climb of the tour begins - a crisp trail section with around 110 meters of elevation gain up to Monte Rossini. Although this section is largely rideable on a powerful e-mountainbike, many people still push it. The crowning glory awaits at the top: the Rossini Trail - fast, playful, sometimes steep, then flowing again, interspersed with rapid passages in the fragrant pine forest. The descent ends right in the center of Levanto - perfect for a well-deserved aperitif in one of the many bars or cafés.
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Details of the tour
29 km
1140 m
1140 m
6 above sea level
604 above sea level
Levanto
Levanto
3414
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About the author: Thomas Giger
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The first climb is pleasant along a paved side road—light traffic, great views. The first descent isn’t much to write home about—an old cart track with large stone slabs and drainage ditches. We took a break from biking the day before and walked to Monterosso; I think the hiking trail above the coast is also part of a tour—I wouldn’t recommend it by bike, but on foot it’s a very nice hike. Now back to the tour: The second climb starts off as a gentle ascent on asphalt; when you reach the top, you turn left and end up on the hiking trail—mostly rideable except for two or three spots where you have to push; on an e-mountain bike without the “e,” you’d have to be a beast! Once you reach the top, there’s a descent that’s just wow! Personally, next time I’d skip Monterosso and head straight for Monte Rossini, or choose another tour that includes Monte Rossini.