Setting off from the athletics track, this undulating route winds around the sunny side of the valley with little lanes, cement tracks, cute villages and the footbridge that opened at the closing end of 2021. Low on traffic, high on views, expect your legs to burn a little after the first climb but you’ll find some pace for the rest, buoyed on by the excitement of the vines.
Sondrio | Run 9km | Not the typical athletics track
This is a really basic but truly wonderful route that sets off from the athletics track and essentially does an extended scenic loop above it.
It takes in the most exciting and accessible vineyard trails and takes you on a panoramic tour above Sondrio. The first part is mainly uphill before it flattens off then drops you down towards the track again. There are many ways to extend this route, but it’s a great, time-efficient, touring run for those with an hour to spare. The photo below is clearly not representative of the vineyard trails, but does signify where you’ll find free parking.
Laps on the track afterwards, optional.
Sondrio | MTB 30km | Steep and scenic up Val di Togno
Mortirolo | Road 137km | A more mellow approach
From Sondrio you'll first ride the Passo Aprica before a long, swooping descent to Edolo. From here it ramps up gentle to Monno before a steep climb under a canopy of trees takes you up towards the Passo Mortirolo. You'll ride a few kilometres along the top before hitting the pass sign and the top of the much steeper side. Start going down that descent but take a right turn towards Grosio. Safer and a lot less steep, this narrow downhill pops you out on the far side of Grosio. From here, follow the small roads or even the Sentiero bike path back towards Tirano and Sondrio.
The Mortirolo doesn't usually open until late May/early June.
