Ricetto di Magnano – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Candelo

Ricetto di Magnano – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Candelo

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Ricetto di Magnano – Oropa Sanctuary loop from Candelo

05:50

79.5km

1,660m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 54.7 km for 87 m

Waypoints

Start point

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8.28 km

Footbridge over the Elvo River, Borriana

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The footbridge crosses the Elvo stream and from Borriana connects the "bessa". At the exit of the path, turn left towards Vermogno and right towards Mongrando. Easy route.

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10.4 km

Bessa Gold Mining Archaeological Site

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The area of the Bessa Nature Reserve is approximately 8 kilometers long, with an average width of one kilometre.
It is located between Biella and Ivrea, included in the municipalities …

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16.6 km

Ricetto di Magnano

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This village has a charm of yesteryear. In the Middle Ages it was a refuge, a fortified place. There are still some details of that time.

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25.3 km

Basuriund

Mountain Pass

28.6 km

Croce Serra Castle

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Fantastic facility, getting there by bike is very nice.

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54.7 km

Oropa Sanctuary

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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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57.7 km

Oropa Climb – Pantani Mountain

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The climb to Oropa is a classic for me every year I go to do it at least once, the climb is quite challenging the asphalt is in excellent condition, …

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64.2 km

Burcina Park

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Historic garden on the hill north-west of Biella. To visit in May with blooming rhododendrons. atl.biella.it/parco-burcina

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64.5 km

View of Biella from Bric di Burcina

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Panoramic point at the end of the path. Tables and benches for picnics

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79.5 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.6 km

21.2 km

3.09 km

2.78 km

496 m

346 m

Surfaces

44.7 km

18.3 km

10.2 km

5.52 km

600 m

149 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,200 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

Weather

Friday 9 October

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Comments

June 24, 2023,Il Grande Anello Del Biellese bikepacking 1/2

The Big Ring of Biella by @alvento – italian cycling magazine
Two days to discover the beauties of the Biella area, where nothing is missing, nature reserves, hills, mountains, ancient villages and hamlets, narrow streets, dirt roads and single tracks.
1 day (85km / 1340m difference in altitude): highly recommended by @Po_1974, we start from Candelo with the beautiful medieval …

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September 29, 2024,Serra Bike Gravel

Climb to Santuario all on a challenging trail.
Sentiero della Serra downhill very technical to ride, some sections with rocks and roots tough with gravel.

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January 22, 2023,Giro nel Biellese

Departure from Biella and ascent to Oropa.
Then following the cold path of the Tracciolino until it emerges in the Serra di Ivrea. Going downhill in a spectacular forest.
Return to Biella crossing the Bessa nature reserve

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