Arch of Augustus – Porta Pretoria (Aosta) loop from Vignoles

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Arch of Augustus – Porta Pretoria (Aosta) loop from Vignoles

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Arch of Augustus – Porta Pretoria (Aosta) loop from Vignoles

02:45

33.6km

570m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: July 30, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.56 km for 206 m

After 19.3 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.09 km

Torre del Lebbroso

Highlight • Historical Site

The Torre del Lebbroso dates back to the 13th century and stands on the western corner of the old Roman city walls of Augusta Praetoria.
The tower was originally built …

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3.79 km

Arch of Augustus

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One of the most characteristic monuments of Aosta that tells of its Roman origins: built in 25 BC by Aulus Terentius Varro Murena, not far from the eastern entrance of the city walls.

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11.0 km

Ru Pompillard Crossing at Saint-Christophe

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At this point the Ru Pompillard crosses the asphalt road that goes down to Saint-Christophe.

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14.4 km

In this section of the Ru Pompillard you pass through a tunnel about one hundred meters long. The bottom of the tunnel is smooth, so you can cycle through it without fear even in case of poor visibility.

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14.7 km

Mountain View

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Road with excellent surface that remains at altitude.

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16.6 km

Bike Charging and Repair Station

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Useful for those with low energy.

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18.6 km

Ru Pompillard

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The Ru Pompillard dirt road is accessible to everyone, as it has no elevation changes and a smooth surface. In some sections, it can become very muddy during heavy rains.

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29.6 km

Porta Pretoria (Aosta)

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The Porta Praetoria was one of the main gates of the Roman city of Augusta Praetoria Salassorum, as Aosta was called in ancient Rome. It served as the main access …

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