ZONE 1 – ROUTE 2
The Path
VIA DEI MONTI LARIANI
The Via dei Monti Lariani is a MTB itinerary that takes place on the mountain range near the western shore of the Lario.
It offers numerous and unforgettable views of Lake Como and combines a ride in the middle of the mountains with folkloristic-cultural aspects by following the Sentiero delle Espressioni for almost its entirety.
Starting from Cernobbio, you go up towards Mount Bisbino on the asphalt road (with a possible variant on the mule track of the Cadorna Line that leads from Rovenna to Madrona and then to the town of Cà Bossi).
Once you reach the crossroads indicating Bugone/Murelli, turn right and continue along the dirt road until you reach the San Bernardo farmhouse (local production of Alpine cheeses). In addition to being an excellent refreshment point, it offers an alternative to the bike trail: in just a few minutes on foot you can reach the summit of Monte Colmegnone 1383 m from which you can admire a unique view of Lake Como.
We continue down towards the Val d’Intelvi on a path through woods shaded by broad-leaved trees; after reaching a “bolla” (a small lake used by shepherds as a watering place for livestock) we quickly reach Alpe Comana from which we arrive at the summit of the mountain of the same name with new and unmissable views of Lake Como.
Returning to the mountain pasture, we recommend a stop at the La Pratolina farmhouse to taste home-made cold cuts and cheeses.
Afterwards, we continue down the Sentiero delle Espressioni: note along the way the numerous wooden statues made by the Master Carvers of Schignano.
Once you reach Occagno, proceed along the mule track that connects Schignano to Argegno. Return to the starting point on the asphalt road that leads back to Cernobbio (or alternatively by boat).
Technical Data
VIA DEI MONTI LARIANI
Path status:
Good/Excellent
Difficulty:
MEDIUM: Suitable for an average user. It presents small technical difficulties and requires basic training.
EXPERT: Suitable for bikers with
experience and training on
mountain trails.
Recommended bike:
Ebike / MTB / Gravel (Expert Users)
Degree of historical/landscape interest:
9 out of 10
Lunghezza percorso:
42,3 Km
1280 mt
1290 mt
Activities and services
VIA DEI MONTI LARIANI
Existing Signage:
POOR: signs with directions
Charging point:
Absent.
Workshops and shops:
There are 2 specialized shops in Valle Intelvi and Argegno.
Intermodal connections:
Itinerary. with the possibility of returning by bike on asphalt from Argegno to Cernobbio. Alternatively from Argegno you can return from Cernobbio by boat or bus.
Along the Route:
There are shelters and farmhouses.
Gallery
VIA DEI MONTI LARIANI
Reports
VIA DEI MONTI LARIANI
Report a Point Of Interest along the Route
With this feature LarioGT wants to be a point of reference for the biker community of Lake Como. If you think that along the route it is useful to report a Point of Interest (a fountain, a viewpoint, a commercial activity useful to us bikers, but also a dangerous point) use the following Form to send us the details, if you know the coordinates in decimal degrees (latitude and longitude) or more simply the exact address and you have photos or documents useful for your report, attach them and write a comment about your report, we will moderate the report and insert it into the map!