Partly immersed in the Adamello Brenta Nature Park, this route will allow you to reach 2,100 meters in altitude, where you can admire the imposing Dolomiti di Brenta from a different perspective.
A loop route climbing along the steep slopes of Monte Peller: the unusual mountain that separates Val di Sole from Val di Non, characterized by wide and green pastures and splendid views of both the Noce Valleys. The ascent up the mountain takes place on gravel terrain with a steady incline and allows you to reach Malga Tassulla, surrounded by the Dolomiti di Brenta, and the charming Lago delle Salare, where you can stop to catch your breath after the tiring climb. From here on, a steep and demanding downhill on rough and gravelly terrain will restore the energy spent climbing the mountain.
To safely ride this route, it is necessary to use a Gravel bike with tires at least 38 mm wide. It is also important to have good familiarity with riding a bike on rough terrains and to be proficient in using the brakes on downhill sections.
As you can imagine, the traversability of routes in a mountain environment is strictly linked to current conditions and depends on natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather conditions. For this reason, the information contained in this sheet may have changed. Before starting, check the status of the route by contacting the valley tourist offices.
Starting from the Caldes train station, you cycle downhill until you reach the locality of Contre and after crossing the Noce River, you head towards the small village of Cavizzana, the only village on the right side of the river that runs through the entire valley. From here, the climb begins with a steady incline on the forest road leading to Monte Peller, which will allow you to admire unique landscapes. Near the summit of the mountain, characterized by a reddish color and an unusual shape, is Malga Tassulla, a small alpine hut surrounded by meadows and wide pastures, where you can find friendly cows grazing the grass. Here you can take a break to contemplate the spectacular surrounding landscape. After passing Malga Tassulla, you start to circle the mountain, reaching the charming Lago delle Salare before beginning the descent on a rather steep dirt road, which will lead you back to Contre at Caldes.
You can reach the Caldes train station with the TRENTO - MALE' - MEZZANA train (download the schedules for outbound and return).
Follow the SS42 and after passing the Cavizzana pass, which you will leave on your left, at the roundabout take the second exit and enter the village of Caldes, continuing along Via Novembre until you reach the train station.
You can leave your car in the parking lots located very close to the station.
To undertake this route, we recommend wearing a bike helmet and bringing a small backpack with a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle. It is also important to carry a repair kit: inner tube, pump, sealant, patches, and a set of tools for quick repairs.
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