Discover an epic MTB tour between the Staffora and Curone Valleys with Max Marisoli. Breathtaking paths, lunar gullies and wild trails await you in the Oltrepò Pavese. Perfect for lovers of mountain biking and unspoilt nature!
If you love adventure, breathtaking views and mountain biking, this is the trail for you. Max Marisoli takes us to explore one of the most fascinating routes in the Oltrepò Pavese, on the border between the Staffora Valley and the Curone Valley. A perfect mix of wild nature, technical trails and landscapes that seem to have come out of another dimension, amid lunar gullies and autumn beech woods.
Discover the trails between Staffora Valley and Curone Valley
A strategic start from Casa Galeotti, but this time the route focuses on Trail 103, which runs between San Michele and Fosso di Monteforte. This stretch is a true paradise for MTB enthusiasts, thanks to its 2.3 km immersed in the woods and accompanied by stones that seem to tell ancient border stories. Here you find yourself poised between two regions and two provinces, in a unique atmosphere that only these lands can offer.
The Oltrepò badlands: a lunar landscape
One of the highlights of the route is the calanchi, geological formations that shape the territory with a unique morphology. As you ride along them, you feel as if you are on an alien planet or in a lunar nativity scene. It is no coincidence that this corner of Oltrepò is one of the most evocative for those seeking unforgettable MTB experiences.
Historical attractions: the Castle of Monteforte and San Bartolomeo
Continuing towards Monteforte, you will encounter the ruins of the castle and the church of San Bartolomeo, places that tell of a past rich in history. Although the desire to continue is great, the sunset forces one to choose an alternative. But the magic of the route does not end there.
The Staffora Valley foliage and the charm of Trail 106
During the route, you come to a fork in the road that leads to an up and down path immersed in the orange foliage of the beech woods typical of the Staffora Valley. It is a spectacle that captures the eyes and heart, making the MTB tour an unforgettable experience.
Another interesting diversions is Trail 106, which leads to a vantage point. From here, you can admire the SP18 from above, surrounded by gullies and small villages that look like nativity scenes. The sunset, with its warm colours, completes a picture postcard scenario that every MTB enthusiast should experience.
Why choose MTB in Oltrepò Pavese
This MTB tour is not just an adventure: it is a journey through unspoilt nature, a millenary history and a network of trails offering endless possibilities for exploration. The Staffora and Curone Valleys are among the most popular destinations for mountain bikers, thanks to their variety of trails and breathtaking landscapes.
Conclusions
Max Marisoli accompanied us on a unique experience of hard work, emotions and extraordinary views. The light of sunset marks the end of the tour, but the memory of these places remains vivid, fuelling the desire to return for new explorations.
If you are a lover of MTB, nature, and unusual adventures, don‘t miss these itineraries in the Oltrepò Pavese. Until the next adventure!
