On Saturday, October 3<\/strong>, as part of the Maira Occitan Trail<\/strong>, certified cycling guide Pietro Agnese<\/strong> invites participants to join a free guided e-MTB tour<\/strong> along one of the most spectacular routes in the Maira Valley. Participants are only responsible for the e-MTB rental (if needed)<\/strong> and lunch<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This unforgettable e-bike excursion will take you through the breathtaking landscapes of the Gardetta Plateau<\/strong>, Colle Fauniera<\/strong>, Rocca la Meja<\/strong>, and other iconic places rich in Alpine history and Occitan culture. Discover the valley at a relaxed pace, accompanied by a local guide who knows these mountains inside and out and shares their stories every day.<\/p>\n Below is the programme for the day.<\/p>\n A unique experience combining nature, history, and adventure as you ride an e-bike along one of the Maira Valley’s most scenic routes, accompanied by a certified cycling guide.<\/p>\n 8:30 am \u2013 Meet in Marmora<\/strong><\/p>\n Welcome at the Tourist Consortium office, e-bike and helmet distribution, route briefing, and preparation for departure.<\/p>\n 9:00 am \u2013 Start of the tour<\/strong><\/p>\n Departure from Marmora, immediately entering the beautiful alpine scenery of the Vallone di Marmora.<\/p>\n 11:00 am \u2013 Lake Resile<\/strong><\/p>\n Stop at the picturesque Lake Resile<\/strong>, a small glacial lake nestled among the mountains. From here we’ll also enjoy views of the famous “King of Stone” \u2013 Monviso<\/strong>, the mountain where Italy’s longest river, the Po, begins.<\/p>\n 11:30 am \u2013 Ride towards Rifugio Fauniera<\/strong><\/p>\n We continue across high-altitude alpine pastures, surrounded by stunning scenery that reveals a new panorama around every bend.<\/p>\n 1:00 pm \u2013 Lunch at Rifugio Fauniera<\/strong><\/p>\n Lunch break at the mountain refuge, located at 2,300 metres above sea level<\/strong>. From here we’ll enjoy sweeping views over the Cuneo Plain<\/strong> and, on clear days, as far as the Langhe hills<\/strong> and the Ligurian Prealps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n 2:00 pm \u2013 Colle Fauniera<\/strong><\/p>\n After lunch we’ll reach Colle Fauniera<\/strong>, one of the most famous climbs in international cycling. We’ll stop at the monument dedicated to Marco Pantani<\/strong>, one of Italy’s greatest cycling champions.<\/p>\n 2:45 pm \u2013 Colle della Band\u00eca<\/strong><\/p>\n The route continues on unpaved roads. We’ll pause to visit the two 19th-century military barracks at Colle della Band\u00eca<\/strong>, together with the nearby World War II bunkers, part of the extensive Alpine defensive fortification system.<\/p>\n 3:00 pm \u2013 Rocca la Meja<\/strong><\/p>\n Photo stop beneath the spectacular Rocca la Meja<\/strong>, the unmistakable symbol of the Gardetta Plateau.<\/p>\n 4:45 pm \u2013 Colle del Preit and return to Marmora<\/strong><\/p>\n We’ll reach Colle del Preit<\/strong>, where the route returns to paved roads, before enjoying a pleasant descent back to Marmora, bringing to a close a day filled with unforgettable scenery and memorable experiences.<\/p>\n Dronero Tourist Office<\/strong><\/p>\n Phone:<\/strong> +39 0171 917080 \/ + 39 379 1789427<\/p>\ne-MTB Tour: Discover the Most Spectacular Views of the Maira Valley<\/h2>\n
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