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756. Passo S. Uldarico (Cross Country)

Mountain Biking
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Duration 0.8 h

Distance 7.2 km

Ascend 82 hm

Descent 303 hm

Max. height 606 m

756. Passo S. Uldarico (Cross Country) - Description

A short loop around the small mountain which divides the valley of Cavedine and its homonymous lake. With the exception of a short unstable section, the route is fairly easy going.
With a length of 17km and an altitude difference of just under 550 meters, this tour is suitable for most abilities.
As anticipated, the last part of the descent is the most challenging due to a single stretch of bumpy terrain. The rest of the route develops on quiet secondary roads, easy gravel tracks and short stretches along the provincial roads of Cavedine.
This is a very quiet, rural area - where the influence of tourism is rarely perceived. Enjoyable all year round , the route leads from Val di Cavedine, located at the foot of Monte Bondone, to the Sarca Valley. Lake Cavedine is certainly a sight to behold with the Brento and Casale mountain groups in the background. As with the other itineraries: the inhabited areas do not offer route signposts, therefore, the route information supplied here can always come in handy.

Directions

  • Start

    Parking place at Drena Castle

    The route starts near to Drena castle, in the nearby car park. Initially you will not find the route directions (number 755). First, take the provincial road towards the beautiful village of Drena, leaving the castle behind you. After about 400 meters, cross the road to take the initially steep - Via Rovereto on your left. Follow this quiet internal lane, which leads you to proceed parallel to the provincial road below. After crossing the locality of Naroncol you will again meet the provincial road. Cross this, and after a few hundred metres, turn right - dropping down into Luch. Still riding on asphalt, at the next junction (now led by the signs) - turn left / northwards to ride through the crop fields of the Cavedine valley. After a short gravel track taking you to a crossroads, keep right towards the centre of Masi di Vigo. And before reaching the built-up area turn left again heading north, until you once again meet the provincial road at Passo San Udalrico.
    Continue right on the main road, and after around 200 meters turn left to climb up Via Coste, reaching a village of the same name. This road is characterised by a very Italian sight - the stations of the cross, leading you up to a small church. Here continue straight ahead, following the road to discover the route signage which indicates you to continue on the forest road. Ride downhill on the pleasant, undulating path, which is stable and quite flowing. At the end of the forest, continue straight until you reach the stop sign where you must keep left on Via Trebi. Next you will find yourself in an archaeological area which you must leave on your, following the main road. If you want to lengthen your adventure, you could always follow the directions of route 753, which then rejoins this. Otherwise, continuing straight on the road, you will shortly begin to descend, with Lake Cavedine and the Sarca valley below you.
    Guided by the signposts - take the second fork that you shall meet on your left, interrupting the descent to continue on a slightly uphill, gravel road.
    At the end of the road continue straight to face the last downhill stretch, the most technical part of the whole route. Having successfully tackled this section, you shall once again meet the provincial road to Cavedine. Here turn left, going uphill for about a kilometre over a couple of divine hairpin bends to once again reach your start point.

  • end point

    Parking place at Drena Castle

required equipment

Riding your bike requires specific clothing and equipment, even for relatively short and easy trips. It is always better to be prepared… e.g. for bad weather or a drop your energy levels. The unexpected things also make up a part of the fun! Remember to throughly evaluate the type of route you plan to do, the locations you plan to cross and the current season. Has it been raining? Attention: The paths may be slippery and require more caution. What do I need to bring on my bike tour? An adequate water supply according to your needs (considering temperature, possibility of refuelling and duration of the route) Plenty of snacks (for example, dried fruit or energy bars) Waterproof / Windproof jacket. A spare top / spare socks. (Descending in a sweaty garment, will make you cold) Suncream Sunglasses Bike gloves/mitts Map or GPS device Bike lights: best placed on your helmet or handlebars. (It is always best to be prepared) Bike repair kit for punctures and mechanical breakdowns First aid kit Emergency whistle It is always advised to let someone know where you plan to go and how long you expect to be. Emergency telephone number 112

Tips for the tour

At the end of the ride you can enjoy a well earned refreshment or snack from the kiosk in the car park.

Difficulty

  • Difficulty

    Medium

  • Fitness

  • Technique

  • Experience

  • Landscape

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Directions

self-arranged arrival
From the Garda Trentino centres: Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole sul Garda, go north towards Trento / Dro. At a roundabout fork right towards Drena onto the provincial road SP84. Go up the hairpin bends for around 5km until you reach the Castle. Getting to northern Lake Garda / Garda Trentino
Free parking in the area next to the castle 

public transport
Drena is connected with the other towns in Garda Trentino by the number 304 intercity bus line. You can get off on request in the Marocche area on the way out and for the return trip there are two bus stops in via Roma. For up-to-the-minute information on timetables and routes

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