Castello di Masino – Lake Viverone loop from Borgo d'Ale

Castello di Masino – Lake Viverone loop from Borgo d'Ale

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Castello di Masino – Lake Viverone loop from Borgo d'Ale

03:04

44.0km

520m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.9 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.9 km

Castello di Masino

Highlight • Castle

Built by the Valperga family in the 11th century, it is located on top of a hill overlooking the Morainic Amphitheater of Ivrea.
Take a moment to visit its gardens and labyrinth.

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12.5 km

View of Castello di Masino and the Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

The castle, clearly visible from the plain, boasts a thousand-year history, in fact already in 1070 it was mentioned in a document as a property of the Valperga family, which according to historical tradition were the descendants of the first king of Italy, Arduino. Over the centuries, the castle has undergone numerous changes, which have altered its original appearance as a stronghold, transforming the building into an elegant residence, which can still be visited, with richly decorated halls, antique furnishings and, outside, one splendid garden with a green labyrinth which is one of the largest in Italy. The best way to get there is along the old military road, which starts from the SP 56 starting from Caravino. Important: on the navigator's cartography a road was indicated that started at the roundabout on the plain, but I could not find it. The recommended access is therefore another road, which can be found on the left going down just before the bend. nice climb on a very good dirt road with regular slope, at the tip a splendid panorama over the plain with the greenhouse of Ivrea visible in the background. The well is visible immediately after the center of Masino, to the left of the only access road. It is protected by a grate, but clearly visible.

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14.9 km

Gravel road towards the Castle of Masino

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

19.1 km

Parish Church of Settimo Rottaro

Highlight • Religious Site

Very beautiful village, a ride on a bicycle is to be done.

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22.0 km

Pile-dwelling Village at Lake Viverone

Highlight • Historical Site

A few meters below the water level, the remains of approximately 5000 poles stuck in the ground have been preserved, evidence of an ancient pile-dwelling village dating back to the Bronze Age.
The settlement is one of the 111 "Prehistoric Pile-dwelling Sites of the Alpine Arc" protected by UNESCO. The place is definitely enchanting: water lilies, poplars, aquatic birds...

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32.0 km

Lake Viverone

Highlight • Lake

Lake in the greenhouse area of Ivrea, takes its name from the nearby town Viverone. The banks are rich in vegetation and there are also ancient stilt houses (not at this point). In Lago is the largest in this area, definitely worth a visit.

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