Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino - Long Track
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Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino - Long Track
<p>For the second time as part of the BIKE Festival on Lake Garda, there will be a Gravel Challenge. The start is scheduled for Friday 2 May in a free time slot, between 08:30 and 09:30, directly on Lake Garda in Riva del Garda.</p>
<p>By taking part in the Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino - Long Track 100 km long and 1,750 m of altitude difference, you can admire breathtaking views and enjoy Trentino specialities at the refreshment points.</p> <p>At Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino – Long Track everyone can decide whether to tackle it as a race or as a tour. On the 100 km route the time will only be taken once, everything that happens in between does not count towards the ranking. So there is plenty of time to chat, ride together and enjoy the breathtaking nature of Lake Garda. Of course, you don't have to ride fast on the stages. Only those who want to move up in the rankings or test themselves, give full throttle on the four timed stages.</p> <p>The aim here is clear: to experience and enjoy yourself together with your friends while savouring the food of the region!</p>
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Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino - Long Track
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Gravel BallinoPhoto: Archivio APT Garda Dolomiti - Castagna, Garda Trentino
For the second time as part of the BIKE Festival on Lake Garda, there will be a Gravel Challenge. The start is scheduled for Friday 2 May in a free time slot, between 08:30 and 09:30, directly on Lake Garda in Riva del Garda.
By taking part in the Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino - Long Track 100 km long and 1,750 m of altitude difference, you can admire breathtaking views and enjoy Trentino specialities at the refreshment points.
At Maxxis Gravel Garda Trentino – Long Track everyone can decide whether to tackle it as a race or as a tour. On the 100 km route the time will only be taken once, everything that happens in between does not count towards the ranking. So there is plenty of time to chat, ride together and enjoy the breathtaking nature of Lake Garda. Of course, you don't have to ride fast on the stages. Only those who want to move up in the rankings or test themselves, give full throttle on the four timed stages.
The aim here is clear: to experience and enjoy yourself together with your friends while savouring the food of the region!
Garda Trentino Verified partner
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
Safety Tips
- Always wear your helmet.
- Plan your ride.
- Obey the road signs, stop at traffic lights and do not ride on the wrong side of the road.
- You share the trail with other users. Yield right of way to hikers.
- Respect public and private property.
- Do not cycle solo in remote areas.
- Make sure your bike lights are working.
This information is subject to inevitable variations, so none of these indications are absolute. It is not entirely possible to avoid giving inexact or imprecise information, given how quickly environmental and weather conditions can change. For this reason, we decline any responsibility for changes which the user may encounter. In any case, it is advisable to check environment and weather conditions before setting out.
Tips and suggestions
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Public-transport-friendly
The main towns in Garda Trentino - Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Nago – are connected by several urban and intercity bus lines which will take you to the starting point of tours or in the immediate surroundings.
You can also get to Riva del Garda and Torbole sul Garda by the public ferry service.
Up-to-date information on timetables and routes.
Get Timetable to destination
Directions
A22 motorway, exit: Rovereto Sud - Lake Garda. Then SS240 in the direction od Riva del Garda.
Find out how to reach Garda Trentino.
Parking
Parking near the former hospital (Via Rosmini) or the former cemetery (Viale Damiano Chiesa).
Paid parking: Terme Romane (Viale Roma), Vecchia stazione (Largo Medaglie d’Oro), Ex-agraria (Via Lutti), Area ex-Cattoi (Viale Rovereto).
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Garda Trentino BIKE Map – Available in the info points of Garda Trentino (Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, Ledro, Comano Terme).
Equipment
Riding your bike requires specific clothing and equipment, even for relatively short and easy trips. It is always better to be prepared… e.g. for bad weather or a sudden drop in your energy levels. The unexpected things are part of the fun!
Remember to thoroughly evaluate the type of route you plan on doing, the locations you intend to cross and the current season. Has it been raining? Attention: The paths may be slippery and require more caution.
What do I need to bring on my bike tour?
- An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route)
- Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars)
- Waterproof / Windproof jacket
- A spare top / spare socks (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold).
- Suncream
- Sunglasses
- Bike gloves/mitts
- Map or GPS device
- Bike lights: best placed on your helmet or handlebars. (It is always best to be prepared)
- Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns
- First aid kit
- Emergency whistle
It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be.
Emergency telephone number 112.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
