Consonno Ghost Town and Monte San Genesio Loop

This trail is classified as a difficult mountain bike ride, requiring good physical fitness and advanced riding skills. You should be prepared for steep climbs and technical descents, with some sections potentially requiring you to push your bike. Technical difficulty can range from STS S3 to S6.

The terrain is highly varied. You'll encounter climbs on broken paths through the woods, and while some sections are paved, about 65% of the route is unpaved. Descents are particularly technical, featuring sharp curves, broken trails, rocks, and loose stones. Some parts include flowy sections, drops, and rock gardens.

The loop is approximately 36.1 km long with an elevation gain of about 862 meters. On average, it takes around 3 hours and 18 minutes to complete, but this can vary significantly based on your fitness level and technical skill.

The trail starts from Calolziocorte. While specific parking details aren't provided, you'll generally find parking options within the town to begin your loop ride.

No, there are no special permits or entrance fees required to ride the Monte di San Genesio da Calolziocorte – giro ad anello trail.

While dogs are generally allowed on trails in this region, it's always recommended to keep them on a leash, especially given the technical nature of this mountain bike route and potential encounters with other riders or wildlife.

The best time of year to ride this trail is typically during the spring and autumn months when temperatures are milder and the trail conditions are generally more favorable. Summer can be hot, and winter might bring snow or icy conditions at higher elevations.

The route offers several notable points of interest. You'll pass by the Adda River, the unique Consonno Ghost Town, and the Hermitage of San Genesio. Other highlights include the Brivio Bridge and the Lavello Railway Bridge.

Yes, the trail offers beautiful panoramic views, especially from higher elevations. You can enjoy vistas of Lago di Garlate, Monte Resegone, and Valcava. Don't miss the View of the Grigna and Resegone mountains from the Adda River.

Yes, there is often a water refill point available at the pilgrimage chapel located at the summit of Monte San Genesio, which is a key feature along the route.

Yes, the route also passes through sections of official trails such as L'Adda e il naviglio di Paderno, Sentierone, and Percorso geologico naturalistico, among others.

Given its classification as a 'difficult' mountain bike ride with technical sections ranging from STS S3 to S6, this trail is not recommended for families or beginner mountain bikers. It requires advanced skills and good physical fitness.