Explore Oltrepò Pavese by mountain bike with Max Marisoli: adventurous itineraries among medieval villages, nature trails and breathtaking views. Discover unique MTB routes between sport, culture and history!
The Oltrepò Pavese is an ideal destination for mountain bike and hiking enthusiasts. Max Marisoli, expert biker and lover of this land, accompanies us on a discovery of the best MTB routes in the Oltrepò Pavese, among medieval villages and adventurous trails. A route that combines sport and culture, to discover Bagnaria and Vignola, two jewels hidden in the Pavese hills.
Itinerary in Bagnaria: Between Medieval Villages and Nature
Max‘s journey begins in Bagnaria, a characteristic medieval village in the Oltrepò Pavese, the perfect starting point for MTB itineraries or hiking. Leaving the car in the square, Max enters the village via Via La Porta, which welcomes visitors with an evocative arch and leads directly to the historic centre. Here, the Church of San Bartolomeo, a Romanesque building dating back to the 12th century, and the remains of the castle from the Malaspina era are the protagonists, perfect for those seeking an experience that combines history and nature.
Bagnaria‘s strategic location offers numerous paths to places of great natural and spiritual interest, such as theHermitage of Sant‘Alberto and the Grotta di San Ponzo. For those seeking MTB routes in the Oltrepò Pavese area, Bagnaria is an ideal starting point.
Route to Vignola: Mountain Bike Trails and Suggestive Views
Taking up the bike, Max rides along the Greenway to Vignola, following the trail through the hills of the Oltrepò Pavese. There are three options to reach Vignola:
- Paved route: This is a comfortable and signposted road, perfect for an effortless ride.
- Sentier path (Path 188): More challenging and adventurous, this trail passes through Cascina Luserin and Cascina Bellabene, ideal for those seeking a complete MTB experience.
- Dirt track: This trail starts at the Agriturismo di Spizziro‘, passing Cascina Antonietta and Cascina Bellabene, and is perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much difficulty.
Towards the Hermitage of Sant‘Alberto: Trail and Challenging Variants
From Vignola, the route continues to the summit of Monte Nocelle and theEremo di Sant‘Alberto, a challenging but extraordinary stage for those in search of extreme mountain bike trails. Max ventures between Trail 188 and Trail 10, with more technical variants such as the Pertuso ferrata. This climb offers breathtaking views over the hills of the Oltrepò Pavese and provides an authentic contact with unspoilt nature.
The fatigue of the climb is repaid by the arrival at the Hermitage of Sant‘Alberto, a panoramic viewpoint and place of absolute tranquillity, ideal for those seeking a spiritual and regenerating experience. For cyclists and excursion lovers, Oltrepò Pavese offers unique routes that combine sport and culture in an authentic and fascinating territory.
Oltrepò Pavese by Mountain Bike: An Adventure Between Sport and Culture
This trip is much more than a simple ride: it is a total immersion in the beauty of the Oltrepò Pavese, a place rich in history, nature and culture. Thanks to Max Marisoli, Focus Oltrepò has recounted an itinerary designed for those who love a challenge and wish to discover the secrets of a marvellous territory, pedalling through medieval villages, mule tracks and fascinating paths. Oltrepò Pavese proves to be a perfect destination for bikers looking for a ‘wild’ adventure amidst breathtaking landscapes and ancient history.
These MTB routes in the Oltrepò Pavese are ideal for those who wish to combine sport, nature and culture in an unforgettable experience not to be missed.
