The Secrets of the Woods
Thanks to expert guides, this experience offers the opportunity to really improve your technical skills in mountain biking whilst discovering the essence of the Ticino region, its striking beauty and fascinating history. Each experience is tailor-made: for riders approaching the paths for the first time the guide will suggest an itinerary made up of forest trails and simpler paths, while more experienced riders can tackle the more technical and demanding trails.
Options
Without e-Mountain Bike
What's included in The Secrets of the Woods
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Along this 3-hour trail you will discover the enchanting beauty of Capriasca woods, just north of Lugano. Passing among the majestic chestnut trees and the quiet of the hills, your guide will recount tales of ancient local legends and fascinating folklore. The stories begin at the Devil's Stone in Tesserete, the guardian of a hidden treasure, and then pass by the Moncrini fountain in Sala Capriasca, sculpted in 1770. Continuing through the woods and vineyards on the hills, you will arrive at the Church of San Zeno in Lamone. Here you will be able to contemplate Lake Origlio, a splendid body of water whose mirror-like surface reflects the surrounding mountains. The tour continues onward to Comano through a quiet wood and a climb up to the church of San Bernardo. To finish the itinerary, you will pass by Redde, a medieval village abandoned during the plague, around which the legend of the basilisk rooster revolves. In all, the route covers about 20 km and a total altitude difference of 600 meters.
Inclusions
- Professional Guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The client is responsible for the bike during the whole rental period. In particular, he/she is responsible for the theft and loss of the bike. The client is also responsible for any damage to the bike and its accessories, also caused by falls, forces of nature, manipulation or improper use. The client confirms that he/she is able to fulfill the reimbursement of the damages caused during the rental of the bike and for negligence or improper use and of any secondary damages which result in the loss of value of the bikes or the loss of earnings that Mib will incurr. The client is also responsible for damages caused by third persons to whom he/she has given the bikes. The client confirms the use of the bike in a way which complies to the traffic regulations and to not carry objects or other persons on the bike.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Arena Sportiva Parking
