Medium
Ponale Road – Lake Ledro
30 km
Distance
872 m D+
Elevation gain
3.5h
Duration
750 m
Max altitude
The Strada del Ponale is one of the most iconic routes on Lake Garda. Built between 1848 and 1851 as an Austro-Hungarian military road, it is now a cycle-pedestrian path carved into the rock above the sheer lakeside cliff. Climbing from Riva del Garda, every bend reveals more spectacular views until you reach the crystal-clear Lake Ledro with its UNESCO-listed prehistoric pile-dwelling village.
Highlights
- Starting point: Piazza III Novembre, Riva del Garda – in the heart of the historic centre
- Point of interest: Sentiero della Ponale – Lago di Ledro – historic path with panoramic views over Lake Garda, passing by the church of Pregasina
- Iconic and accessible route: from Piazza III Novembre follows the ancient Ponale road to the village of Pregasina, with a steady climb and breathtaking lake views
Practical tips
The path is shared with pedestrians – always descend at moderate speed, especially on bends. On an e-bike the climb (~650 m D+ in 9 km) is accessible even to unfit riders. Carry enough water.
Info tecniche
- Surface
- Compact gravel and asphalt – cycle-pedestrian path
- Starting point
- Piazza III Novembre, Riva del Garda
- Best season
- April – October
Recommended bikes
- Haibike AllMtn 2
- Husqvarna Grand Panther 4