Pantani mountain - climb of Oropa – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Graglia

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Pantani mountain - climb of Oropa – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Graglia

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Pantani mountain - climb of Oropa – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Graglia

04:15

52.3km

1,550m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 50.1 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.99 km

Area contigua Riserva Naturale Spina Verde

Nature Reserve

9.05 km

Bottalino Fountain

Highlight • Monument

A beautiful barrel-shaped fountain, there are also three benches and lots of shade, a great place for a stop.

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14.7 km

Pantani mountain - climb of Oropa

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The climb that from Biella leads to the Sanctuary of Oropa has been renamed "Montagna Pantani", because it is the site of one of the most important athletic feats in …

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19.0 km

Oropa Sanctuary

Highlight • Religious Site

The Sanctuary of Oropa, a Sacred Mount, is the arrival point of the path of the same name. It is the largest Marian sanctuary in the Alps. The Ancient Basilica houses the Black Madonna.

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19.5 km

Monumental Cemetery of Oropa

Highlight • Monument

The monumental cemetery of Oropa is unique in its kind, so much so that it has earned the name of "forest cemetery". The alpine environment blends incredibly with the area …

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23.9 km

Viewpoint

32.0 km

Ascent of Oropa

Highlight • Climb

legendary climb for cycling enthusiasts

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32.7 km

Trailhead of the Oropa Tramway Path

Highlight • Trail

from the provincial Oropa Favaro road, after a short steep climb, take the track of the old Biella Oropa tramway

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46.6 km

Chapel of San Grato

Highlight • Religious Site

From Sordevolo towards Pollone. From the main road continue towards Pollone or, turning right, descend towards Occhieppo Inferiore.

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49.5 km

Starezovo, Sordevolo

Highlight • Settlement

Famous for the representation of the Passion of Christ (every 5 years). The road that leads from Sordevolo to Pollone is very panoramic; it is possible to see the Burcina …

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52.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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