Rocchetta Nervina · Val Nervia · Liguria
Our Trails
We're from Rocchetta and we live for MTB. We guide you on the Val Nervia trails we look after, from the peaks of the Ligurian Alps down the valley-floor streams to the coast.
What to do
Four ways to enjoy MTB in Val Nervia
A village association, open to visitors. We guide Italian and international guests, run courses and, in winter, fix the trails.
MTB guiding
Half a day or a full day with a local guide, on the route that suits your group.
Courses
For beginners and for anyone who wants to ride technical terrain better. Small groups.
Bike Shuttle
We take you up with a van and trailer. You just enjoy the descent.
Bike rental
Hardtail, full-suspension and e-MTB, checked after every ride. Helmet and gloves included.
When to come
You can ride all year round, a stone's throw from the sea
Dawn starts, a dip in the pools
You head out early, when the woods are cool, and finish the morning along the Barbaira. In the afternoon the shuttle takes you up to where there's a breeze.
Where to ride in Val Nervia
From the peaks to the sea, in a single valley
Four areas, four ways to ride: climbs towards the ridges, the woods of the upper valley, the home trails around Rocchetta and the descents through the olive groves down to the sea. Scroll to get to know them.
Photo: Nathanaël Desmeules / Unsplash
Toraggio Ridges
Altitude, views and long descents
The highest trails in the valley, beneath Monte Toraggio: demanding climbs or shuttle-assisted, and technical descents with views all the way to the sea.
Photo: Nathanaël Desmeules / Unsplash
Upper valley
Dense woods and stone villages
Towards Pigna the trails enter the woods: soft ground, summer shade and passages through the villages of the hinterland.
Photo: Clément Delhaye / Unsplash
Rocchetta and Barbaira
The home trails
Stone mule tracks, olive trees and the Barbaira stream: the rides we look after ourselves, for all levels, starting from the village square.
Lower valley
Through olive groves and vineyards, down to the sea
From Dolceacqua towards the coast: flowing gravel roads and single track, perfect for relaxed rides and for e-MTB.
Photo: Frederik Rosar / Unsplash
Mountain bike routes
See all routes →Not sure where to start? We've gathered a few rides we love, from the home trails around Rocchetta to the Toraggio ridges. For each one you'll find start point, duration, level and the right type of bike.
Castrum Trail Area MTB trails
See all trails →Descents, single track and high-altitude roads to discover between Rocchetta Nervina, Gouta and Trucco. For each trail you'll find difficulty, distance, elevation gain, map and GPX track.
Choose the right ride for you
A ride can be easy to handle but long on the climbs, or short but technical. That's why we always state the technique, effort and skills required.
Flowy
Gravel roads and wide trails. You just need to know how to brake and change gear.
Intermediate
Roots and loose rocks. You need to stay standing on the pedals and modulate your brakes.
Technical
Steps and tight switchbacks. You need to be able to shift your weight at low speed.
Expert
Exposed sections, drops and rock. For those who already know enduro.
Trail care
We clear the trails we ride ourselves
We cut back brambles after the rains, dig drainage channels on steep sections and flag landslides. Anyone can join the work days.
Find out more →Stories from the trail
All photos →
Gallery
Woods, dust and a few jumps: moments from our rides
Tips
Hardtail, full-suspension or e-MTB: which to choose for your ride
Technique
Tight switchbacks: how to shift your weight at low speed
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