Valmala Pass – Birrone Pass loop from Santuario di Valmala

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Valmala Pass – Birrone Pass loop from Santuario di Valmala

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Valmala Pass – Birrone Pass loop from Santuario di Valmala

02:24

26.3km

560m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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1.87 km

Valmala Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Intermediate point that encloses the passage of various paths and routes that access towards the nearby Monte San Bernardo.

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5.40 km

Colle della Ciabra

Highlight • Mountain Pass

La Ciabra panoramic and cycle path, at the foot of Monte Birrone.

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5.55 km

Junction for Descent to Malga Cima di Campo

Highlight • Trail

From here you turn and begin the descent, some sections are a bit technical, pay attention to the stones which are slimy if wet

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7.57 km

Strada dei Cannoni

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The Strada dei Cannoni is an iconic military road, built in the 18th century on the watershed between the Maira Valley and the Varaita Valley. The intent was to facilitate …

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13.1 km

Birrone Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

A nice break on the long climb of Strada dei Cannoni. Nice views to the southern valley and to the eastern mountain, and also to the western side.

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22.2 km

Colle di Balmascura

Mountain Pass

26.2 km

Sanctuary of Valmala

Highlight • Religious Site

The Sanctuary of Valmala is a much loved destination by the faithful and not. From here starts the path that leads to the summit of Monte San Bernardo.

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