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Personalized Biking Experiences on Lake Como

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Ride with a local, visit our favorite pit stops and sights, all while learning the info and history in the area. Can't choose just one route from our list of rides? Tell us more about what you're looking for in your biking experience on Lake Como, and we'll design the perfect, custom route for you and your group or family.

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FAMILY E-BIKING TOURS

4 routes available

Ghisallo Family E-Xperience

Bellagio

The perfect ride to fully enjoy the mountainside above Bellagio, passing by some of the most beautiful viewpoints and along some of the roads that have played a big part in cycling history. Don't miss seeing the Madonna del Ghisallo (protector of cyclists!) chapel and Cycling Museum, a must while visiting Lake Como. Halfway down the descent to Bellagio, we recommend stopping at the Baita Belvedere for a coffee break or lunch with a view! (Baita Belevedere is open Wednesday through Sunday, in season.) Take one our E-MTBs for this route as it consists of paved secondary roads and off-road tracks. *GPS rental is recommended.

20 km

Cyclists at a Chapel Near Bellagio

Pedalata a Porlezza: From Lake Como to Lake Lugano

Cadenabbia/Menaggio

A great family bike ride, this route is so much fun on electric bikes! Starting in Cadenabbia, you ride almost entirely on secondary, traffic-free roads to Naggio, a small town above Menaggio on Lake Como, before descending to the beautiful town of Porlezza on Lake Lugano. After a relaxing coffee break lakeside, you head back to Menaggio along a beautiful cycle path, sometimes through the backcountry and sometimes open and surrounded by panoramic views of both Lake Como and Lugano. Plan this bike ride as a family activity during your vacation, it will be an unforgettable adventure through scenic mountain towns! There is also the option to do this ride just on the bike path as an out and back ride to Porlezza, making it about 25km total and without the long ascent. For the full loop, we recommended this ride as a guided tour for your family.

35 km

Cyclists by the water near Porlezza

Rifugio Martina

Bellagio

Transport your family up the hillside of Bellagio to explore the natural wonders of our area by e-bike. This ride is specifically designed for adventurous families who want to immerse themselves in nature with a bit of challenge. The route takes you on a mix of secondary roads, gravel paths, and easy double-track mountain biking trails up to the scenic Rifugio Martina mountain hut, where you can stop for a delicious lunch, if you wish. Along the way, you'll pass by cows, llamas, goats, and donkeys, adding to the charm of the journey. After lunch, descend on a different route and get ready for more exciting stops that will inspire awe in everybody. Discover a mysterious cave and the starting point of the Lambro River that flows all the way to Milan. For even more fun, spend time climbing trees on the ropes course at Jungle Raider Park. The adventure concludes with stunning mountain views from Civenna's Giant Bench, offering an unforgettable panorama. For a small fee of €25 total one-way (with advanced reservation), schedule your bike transport for up to 8 people up the first 3km of the climb to avoid the main road. Ask us for more lunch stops and other things to see and do along the route (like the Ghisallo Cycling Museum). We are happy to make recommendations!

25 km

Rifugio Martina Bike Tour

Bellagio Family Treasure Hunt

Bellagio

Transport your family up the hillside of Bellagio to explore the natural wonders of our area by e-bike. This course is specifically designed for families who want to immerse in nature. It will take you on a mix of secondary roads, gravel paths, and easy double track mountain biking trails to a series of stops to inspire awe in the kids. See a mysterious cave, a beautiful waterfall, and the starting point of the Lambro River that flows all the way to Milan, all while passing cows, llamas, goats and donkeys. The mountain views can’t be beat. A GPS will navigate you , and our treasure hunt characters will teach the kids about the area at each stop. Schedule your bike transport for up to 8 people up the first 3km of the climb to avoid the main road. Ask us for lunch stops. We are happy to make recommendations.

14 km

Treasure Hunt Characters and Map

E-BIKE EXPERIENCE TOURS

8 routes available

Lake Como's Wine & Bike Tour (2023 and 2024 Best Choice)

Bellagio

Have you ever wondered which wine George Clooney likes to drink on Lake Como? And did you know that it was his wine of choice at his wedding ceremony in Italy? We have the answer for you, and you’ll discover it along a special biking itinerary! The Cantina Sorsasso is a one-of-a-kind wine cellar and vineyard on Lake Como, one of the very few places that produces wine in our area, and it’s family owned and managed! Take a day of your vacation to get a taste of of Lake Como’s finest delicacies: great food, great wine, family environment, and a fantastic panorama! And what could be better than tasting and sharing all of this after a nice bike ride? The ideal starting point for this bike tour (e-bike tour!) is Tremezzo or Menaggio, since we ride toward the Northern tip of the lake for a 28km one-way ride on traffic-free roads and paths. The terrain is mixed between bike paths, old mule tracks, and lakeside trails, with a continuous up and down elevation and constant lake views as we pass through old villages and hidden streets. **Important: For this ride you need to be in decent athletic shape and have the confidence to use the bike on some easy off-road sections. This is a full-day tour, beginning in the morning and finishing in the afternoon.**

35 km

Lake Como Wine and Bike Tour

Rifugio Venini: On Top of the World

Menaggio

The unique and different experience you've been dreaming of on Lake Como, actually above Lake Como! Our tour starts in San Fedele, where we park following an initial van transfer from your accommodation. We start cycling from Pigra, where an old military road begins, climbing slowly uphill all the way to Rifugio Venini, a mountain lodge at the end of the road. At the lodge, you can sit down and eat a traditional dish, essentially on top of the mountain, surrounded by an alpine panoramic view. The scenery along the climb is unbeatable, starting out in the forest and then opening up to views of the lake below and the Swiss Alps to the North. On the way back from the lodge be sure to stop by one of the “malghe” or small cheese production huts by the true locals, it will be like a step back in time! Pay attention to the traffic on this route…the cow and goat traffic that is! If going on your own, you can also begin the ride from Cadenabbia or Menaggio, cycling about 10km along the lakeside road to the Argegno-Pigra cable car station. **The Argegno-Pigra cable car station is closed on Tuesdays'**

30 km

Rifugio Venini: On Top of the World - Lake Como Bike Tour

Bellagio E-Bike Tasting Tour

Bellagio

When you think of Italian food, certain foods come to mind: pasta, pastries, coffee, cheese, wine, and more! And what do you think of when you imagine the perfect bike ride? Panoramas, alps, switchbacks, backroads, history, and a few stops for some delicious fuel. We’ve put these things together for you in a single tour for everybody to get a taste of Lake Como and biking in Italy! This tour is not only for avid cyclists, but for the whole family and those active visitors ready for some exploration and adventure with electric bikes! Ride with us and discover these hidden delicacies and beautiful views beyond Bellagio by e-bike. We just have one recommendation: have a light breakfast, get ready to try some of the best spots around town!

25 km

Lake Como Wine and Bike Tour

Cheese Valley Bike Tour (E-Bike)

Varenna

A beautiful bike ride from the Varenna ferry terminal to the famous Carozzi cheese factory, in the heart of the Valsassina valley. We start the ride along a panoramic climb to the small village of Vendrogno, along secondary roads that overlook the lake before descending into the valley. In the valley we ride on an alpine-style bike path that crosses the entire valley all the way to the cheese factory, our lunch, and tasting destination. Many of the large cheese-producing businesses of Italy were born in this very valley before expanding nationally, and even worldwide! Still today the valley is like the headquarters for the local, precious cheese productions of all types, but especially gorgonzola and taleggio cheese. If you are a cheese lover, then this is the tour for you: on our tour you will not only experience a scenic bike ride over the eastern branch of Lake Como, but you will get a tour of the cheese factory and a special tasting lunch with local wines. After our lunch we have a van transfer back to where you're staying.

30-55 km

The Cheese Valley Bike Tour (E-Bike)

Italian-Swiss Wine & Bike Tour

Como || Cernobbio || Moltrasio

The perfect vacation adventure to experience two countries and their local wines. We ride on a bike path along the Como lakeside before beginning a short ascent, leaving behind us the panoramic views over Lake Como as we cross an old borderline into Switzerland! In just a few kilometers, we see the change of scenery, lifestyle, and infrastructure. Another ascent awaits as we ride through the vineyards of the Swiss wine we will soon taste after re-crossing the border. We end at a local refurbished farmstead from the 600s, where we enjoy a wine tasting and snack featuring their very own special wine and the Swiss wine, overlooking the valley all the way to Milan!

21 km

Italian-Swiss Wine & Bike Tour *From Como

Lake Como's Greenway by Bike

Menaggio

Follow the famous Lake Como Greenway on this e-bike tour. This flat, scenic route offers stunning lake views, charming villages, and plenty of opportunities for photos and relaxation. Perfect for all skill levels and those seeking a peaceful cycling experience.

23 km

Lake Como's Greenway by Bike

Wellness Ride & Yoga Escape

Bellagio

Escape the crowds and discover the serene hills above Bellagio on a half-day experience that blends gentle cycling, peaceful forest trails, and mindful movement. This guided journey is designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Lake Como’s quieter side. You'll ride through mountain roads and shaded paths, listening to birdsong and taking in the seasonal colors of the local flora. Your destination: a peaceful mountain chalet with panoramic views—an ideal setting for an outdoor yoga session led by local mindfulness experts. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, reconnect with your breath, or simply enjoy a well-organized escape into nature, this meaningful experience is for you.

25 km

Wellness Ride & Yoga Escape

Bellagio Hidden Treasures Tour

Bellagio

Uncover the lesser-known corners of Bellagio on this leisurely and scenic ride through our waterfront neighborhoods. The Bellagio Hidden Treasures Tour takes you off the main roads and into the heart of local life—winding past elegant villas, peaceful churches, charming fishing villages, and the cobbled streets of the historic borgo. Pedal at a relaxed pace as you enjoy sweeping lake views, hidden gardens, and timeless architecture, all while soaking in the quiet rhythm of Bellagio beyond the crowds. Perfect for curious travelers who want to connect with the authentic soul of the “Pearl of the Lake.”

10 km

Group of Cyclists in Bellagio

ROAD TOURS

4 routes available

Ghisallo & Muro di Sormano

Bellagio

The legend and the challenge ... topped with incredible descents and unforgettable panoramic views ... this is the ideal ride for cyclists on the hunt for tough climbs and epic roads, the symbol of cycling on Lake Como. First, climb the Ghisallo, which doesn’t need any more presentation beyond its name, then, take on the terrible Muro di Sormano ... "the WALL"! It's a 1.8km climb with an average 18% gradient, and a max gradient of 25%. It’s the toughest bike path in the world! Look down at the road as you climb to keep an eye on the altitude, painted every meter of the way on the asphalt. The Muro was ridden for 3 years in the Giro di Lombardia from 1960 to 1962, after which it was abandoned for 50 years because it was too hard ... even for the pros! Since 2012 the Muro has been put back in the race. You can't miss it! Give it a try! No putting a foot down!

50 km

1300 m elevation gain

Ghisallo & Muro di Sormano - view of lake como - Bike It! Bellagio

Into the Wild

Varenna

This is Luca’s favorite ride on Lake Como. In fact, he gave it this name for a reason: from the lake you climb into a world of small and narrow roads immersed in greenery until you pass by the picturesque town of Premana, a thousand-year-old town perched upon the mountainside and immune to the passing of time. After descending into the Valsassina valley, the scenic and tough Passo Agueglio awaits you … along with its panoramic 16km descent to the Varenna ferry dock. This route's beauty will astound you! For a shorter version of this route without the final climb to Agueglio pass, follow the thin dark blue line down to Bellano, making the route 53km with 1300m elevation gain.

67 km

1700 m elevation gain

Cyclist on a scenic road in Lake Como

Lake Lugano: Border Crossing

Cadenabbia/Menaggio

Italy, Switzerland, Lake Como, Lake Lugano, flat roads, mountains, villas, nature, and infinite views-this bike ride's got it all! It's a cycling experience that you can't miss. Come and visit us for more information and details, or book this ride as a private tour or as part of one of our road cycling tour packages! In any case, remember your passport, you’re crossing the border into Switzerland!

82 km

1000 m elevation gain

Cyclists at Base of Mountain

The Smugglers Ride

Como, Cernobbio, Moltrasio

Lake Como is so close to Switzerland, and although there are several roads to cross the border, there is one point that can only be crossed by bike! We will ride up and into the Val d’Intelvi on Lake Como’s western side until we reach the town of Erbonne, a many century’s old village where the old border crossing path begins into Switzerland. This route was used by smugglers up until 50 years ago to bring goods into Switzerland and into Italy. After crossing the border, we will descend through the Val di Muggio before entering back into Italy. The smugglers sure had nice views and scenery when taking this route, which we will get to enjoy too! To learn more about this part of the history between Italy and Switzerland, there is a very small “Museo dei contrabbandieri” that we can visit before making the descent into Switzerland. A lunch stop at the Osteria del Valico is a good plus!

58 km

900 m elevation gain

Cyclist Carrying Bike Uphill

FULL-SUSPENSION E-MTB TOURS

3 routes available

San Primo "Epica" Ride

Bellagio

Did you know that it's possible to ride all the way up to Monte San Primo at 1,682 meters a.s.l., the highest and most panoramic peak of the Larian Triangle? Except for the first 8km, the ride is entirely on trails, with a lot of technical singletrack and other rocky sections. There are lots of fun climbs with some steep sections that will put you to the test! The descent back to Bellagio is technical, with several single-track trails. This route is for advanced-level mountainbikers. A guide is recommended for this ride in order to pick the best route for you from the different trail options available. If you choose to go on your own, then we strongly suggest you rent a GPS with your bike to avoid getting lost as trails are not marked well. If you have your own GPS device, we can provide you with a gpx file.

50 km

1700 m elevation gain

San Primo "Epica" Ride Lake Como

Tremezzo Downhill Dreams

Cadenabbia/Menaggio

This ride's descent is without a doubt the best there is on Lake Como. From the top of Monte Tremezzo (1680m a.s.l.), you descend right to the lakeside, all on trails along the old military roads and forts that were built in the early 1900s to defend the Italian-Swiss border against Northern invasions. The views are spectacular! Climb an old mule track to get to the military road or take the cable car up to Pigra from Argegno, to start on a rugged asphalt road with no traffic until the peak. Before descending, take a break at Rifugio Venini for a snack or lunch. *Given the technical difficulty on the descent and potential downhill dangers of this ride, we recommend it for very advanced riders or go with a guide* ** Note: The cable car from Argegno to Pigra is an option to skip some of the climb. It is closed on Tuesdays, and there can often be long wait times, we suggest to skip it and climb up, after all, the full-suspension E-MTB is powerful. **

34 km

1000 m elevation gain

Cyclist on Mountain Trail overlooking Lake Como

Dorsale del Triangolo Lariano (Ridge Trail)

Como to Bellagio

The most classic and renown route of the area, it takes you from Como to Bellagio, riding along the mountain crest of the Larian Triangle. A transfer to Como will be necessary to begin, unless you’re already staying in the city. We suggest avoiding the first part of the climb out of Como, as it’s entirely on asphalt, and instead taking the cable car up to start! Along this route, we suggest at least one pit stop at one of the many mountain lodges (‘rifugi’) to enjoy a nice hot meal and wonderful scenery. A guide is recommended for safety reasons and for facilitated navigation.

35 km

1500 m elevation gain

Dorsale del Triangolo Lariano (Ridge Trail)

3-DAY TOURS

2 routes available

Ultimate Tasting Tour (3 days)

Bellagio

All of Bike It!'s tasting tours are uniting for the ultimate 3-day adventure that will leave you full of good food and biking fun! Explore the Lake Como area in the best way, by e-bike, while getting to see each branch of the lake and taste several local specialties! This 3-day e-biking itinerary is perfect for couples, a small friend group, or a family trip. Bike nearly 100km over 3 days in a relaxed way, spending time to take in the scenery and enjoy the dishes and delicacies that we will be tasting each day. All of the biking is on secondary roads, cycle paths, or light offroad sections. They are family-level tours for adventure-seekers that have some biking experience.

90 km

1500 m elevation gain

Pasta Dish

Best of Lake Como 3-Day Full-Suspension Tour

Bellagio

Ride with us on some of the most epic trails Lake Como has to offer, including unforgettable downhill tracks with incredible lake views! We propose 3 days of biking on 3 different sides of the lake, to see the best of Lake Como from above and off the beaten path. These tours are meant for experienced and advanced mountainbikers; we will be using full-suspension E-MTBs.

135 km

3200 m elevation gain

Cyclist on a mountain trail

WINTER TOUR

1 route available

House of the Nativity Scenes

Menaggio

Our winter tour is available every day by reservation until the end of the year (December). Starting from Cadenabbia, along the sunniest side of Lake Como, we'll ride along the famous Greenway del Lago, a route that passes through ancient villages, elegant villas, and historic churches, with spectacular views of the lake. The highlight of the tour is the 'Casa dei Presepi' (House of Nativity Scenes), a true gem with an incredible story waiting to be discovered. December is the perfect time to visit! Along the way, we’ll also see the Cappelle della Madonna del Soccorso (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the spot where Mussolini was killed in 1945. The route is entirely traffic-free, following secondary paved roads and ancient horse paths.

23 km

580 m elevation gain

House of the Nativity Scenes!

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Daily, in season, from Bellagio's town center, in front of Banca Intesa at 9:10, 9:30 and 14:00, ON RESERVATION. Free parking at the shop