Sports & Outdoor
Cycling routes
The area is famous for its many bike routes, from leisurely rides along the river, to challenging day-long mountain routes to hairy down-hill adventures. Below are some of the most popular.
A much loved route by cyclist and walkers alike, Ponale offers gorgeous lake views and a charming rest stop mid way perched on the cliff side. Options to continue the route to Punta Larici (stunning views!) and Ledro Lake
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Ponale Road
Strada del PonaleA much loved route by cyclist and walkers alike, Ponale offers gorgeous lake views and a charming rest stop mid way perched on the cliff side. Options to continue the route to Punta Larici (stunning views!) and Ledro Lake
This gorgeous bike route connect Torbole to Castel Toblino over 26km of beautiful and tranquil scenery, mostly flat and cycling through vineyards, olive groves, small villages, the shores of lakes of Cavedine and Toblino and the Sarca River. It can be done in its entirety or only parts. Some of our favourite bits are Arco to Torbole (via lunch @ BikeFarm) and Arco to Ceniga or Cavedine (via a stop at Bike&Wine)
Valle dei Laghi
This gorgeous bike route connect Torbole to Castel Toblino over 26km of beautiful and tranquil scenery, mostly flat and cycling through vineyards, olive groves, small villages, the shores of lakes of Cavedine and Toblino and the Sarca River. It can be done in its entirety or only parts. Some of our favourite bits are Arco to Torbole (via lunch @ BikeFarm) and Arco to Ceniga or Cavedine (via a stop at Bike&Wine)
Perfect lunch spot on the cycling path between Arco and Torbole. They also have a working farm with animals with regular tours for children.
Bikefarm
43 Via LinfanoPerfect lunch spot on the cycling path between Arco and Torbole. They also have a working farm with animals with regular tours for children.
Break up your ride with a coffee, fresh local juice, lunch or a lovely glass of wine!
bike and wine bar
3 Località Centrale VoltaBreak up your ride with a coffee, fresh local juice, lunch or a lovely glass of wine!
Mountain routes - easy
Typical mountain rifugio accessible via various hiking routes (one of which is a short walk from the closest car park… but the drive up there is via very narrow and winding mountain roads so not for everyone!). From there you can attempt harder hikes to the ‘cross’ or other peaks, do a an easy ‘loop’ walk or just enjoy a plate of polenta!
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Rifugio Nino Pernici
Typical mountain rifugio accessible via various hiking routes (one of which is a short walk from the closest car park… but the drive up there is via very narrow and winding mountain roads so not for everyone!). From there you can attempt harder hikes to the ‘cross’ or other peaks, do a an easy ‘loop’ walk or just enjoy a plate of polenta!
Mountain routes - intermediate
Offering varied terrain and spectacular lake views, this is one of the most popular hikes in the area. There is a mountain restaurant at the top where you can enjoy traditional Trentino cuisine. It is a moderately difficult hike, with several uphill stretches. Timing will vary on fitness levels but may take between 2 and 3h to reach the top. A bit less to return.
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Monte Altissimo di Nago
Offering varied terrain and spectacular lake views, this is one of the most popular hikes in the area. There is a mountain restaurant at the top where you can enjoy traditional Trentino cuisine. It is a moderately difficult hike, with several uphill stretches. Timing will vary on fitness levels but may take between 2 and 3h to reach the top. A bit less to return.
Easily accessible from the centre of Riva, a relatively short bit steep climb brings you to the Santa Barbara chapel and offers spectacular areal views of the lake. About 1-1.5h up and 1h down, always depending on your fitness level of course!
Capanna Santa Barbara
Monte RocchettaEasily accessible from the centre of Riva, a relatively short bit steep climb brings you to the Santa Barbara chapel and offers spectacular areal views of the lake. About 1-1.5h up and 1h down, always depending on your fitness level of course!
Vie Ferrate (advance routes requiring climbing equipment)
These are technical climbs requiring harness, helmet and ferrata set. Only attempt them if you are a confident climber and familiar with these type
of routes. If not, consider a course or a guide. Adriano can help and advise on any of there.
A personal favourite with stunning views - but long, exposed and challenging (the hardest in the area so only attempt if appropriate). Access is from Sarche - about 20 min drive from the house - and can be a bit tricky to find so ask locals or use a good map.
Via Ferrata Rino Pisetta Start
A personal favourite with stunning views - but long, exposed and challenging (the hardest in the area so only attempt if appropriate). Access is from Sarche - about 20 min drive from the house - and can be a bit tricky to find so ask locals or use a good map.
Fantastic route but very exposed and VERY popular … so plan ahead and be prepared (both physically and mentally to deal with the crowds!). Access is via an intermediate hike or an easy walk if you take the Paganella cable car (~1h drive to cable car or access hike starting point).
Ferrata Delle Aquile
Fantastic route but very exposed and VERY popular … so plan ahead and be prepared (both physically and mentally to deal with the crowds!). Access is via an intermediate hike or an easy walk if you take the Paganella cable car (~1h drive to cable car or access hike starting point).
Lovely Ferrata by the side of a waterfall, but very verticale and gets crowded in season. Easy access from Passo del Ballino (20 min drive from the house + approx 30 min walk).
Ferrata "Signora delle Acque"
Lovely Ferrata by the side of a waterfall, but very verticale and gets crowded in season. Easy access from Passo del Ballino (20 min drive from the house + approx 30 min walk).
Other sports and activities
Some ideas on other activities you can try in the area - various providers are available for each.
Canyoning Lago di Garda Gardasee Lake Garda - Canyon Adventures
122 Via Giacomo MatteottiTandem Paragliding Lake Garda
12 Via Navene VecchiaCircolo Surf Torbole
1 Via della LòvaOffering surf, kyte, foil board and other lessons.