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Piedmont is one of the most complete and fascinating regions in Italy for cycle tourism. From the plains along the Po River to the UNESCO World Heritage hills of the Langhe, up to the great Alpine itineraries of Cuneo, the bike paths in Piedmont offer routes suitable for all levels of experience. Whether you are a beginner looking for flat and safe trails or an experienced cyclist seeking challenging gradients and scenic dirt roads, this region manages to meet every need.
In recent years, the Piedmontese cycling network has grown significantly thanks to regional projects and major national routes such as the VENTO Cycle Route and the EuroVelo 8. This has made Piedmont a true point of reference for cycle tourism in Italy, with over 2,000 km of marked paths including urban, river, hilly and mountain cycle paths.
In this guide you will discover the best cycle routes from Turin to Cuneo, iconic paths, a detailed comparison to choose the most suitable itinerary for you and all the practical advice on the best time of year, bike rental and recommended equipment to cycle safely and comfortably.
Piedmont has over 2,000 km of marked bike paths, including urban routes and cycle tourism itineraries.
Turin alone has about 200 km of urban cycling network, while numerous cycle routes connect the main provinces.
In Piedmont we find:
Urban asphalt bike paths
River cycle paths along Po, Dora and Tanaro
Hilly paths among vineyards
Dirt roads gravel
Alpine MTB routes
The Piedmontese cycle paths are perfect for:
Families with children
Long-distance cycle tourists
Sports enthusiasts on road bikes
The VENTO Cycle Route crosses Piedmont following the Po River and connects Turin to the Po Delta. It is a predominantly flat route, ideal for slow cycle tourism, families and e-bikes. The bottom is mostly asphalt or compact.
EuroVelo 8 is part of the European cycling network and crosses the lower Piedmont connecting Italy to France and the Balkan peninsula. The route alternates between asphalt and mixed stretches, perfect for gravel and e-bikes.
Turin offers over 200 km of bike paths. Among the most famous routes are the Corona Verde ring and the stretches along the Po, ideal for families and urban cyclists.
Along Po towards Chivasso
Torinese Hills (perfect for road bikes)
Val di Susa on panoramic secondary roads
Cuneo is a paradise for MTB and gravel. The Maritime Alps offer spectacular views and significant gradients. The symbolic path is the Salt Road, a historical connection between Piedmont and Liguria.
Monferrato offers hilly itineraries among vineyards and historic villages. Mixed bottom, constant ups and downs and UNESCO landscapes make this area perfect for road bikes and gravel.
Here you cycle between Lake Maggiore and Lake d'Orta, with panoramic routes suitable for cycle tourism and more technical MTB routes in the alpine valleys.
Vercelli rice fields: flat routes
Astigiane Hills: panoramic climbs
Biellese: naturalistic itineraries
Novarese: river stretches and rural cycle paths
Alpine route above 1,800 meters, dirt bottom, spectacular views. Ideal for MTB and e-MTB. Variable length between 30 and 100 km depending on the chosen section.
A 93 km pedestrian and cycle ring around Turin. Flat route, suitable for families and relaxed cycle tourism.
Hilly routes among UNESCO vineyards, ideal for gravel and road bikes, with medium gradient and mixed bottom.
River route flat along the Po, suitable for all levels.
International itinerary with mixed stretches and rural landscapes.
Constant ups and downs among villages and castles, perfect for athletes.
| Route | Km | Elevation Gain | Difficulty | Surface | Period | Recommended Bike | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Via del Sale | 30–100 | High | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ | Dirt | June–September | MTB / e-MTB | Experts |
| Corona Verde | 93 | Low | ⭐⭐☆☆☆ | Asphalt | All year | City / Trekking | Families |
| Langhe-Roero | Variable | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ | Mixed | Spring–Autumn | Gravel / Road | Athletes |
| VENTO | 100+ | Very low | ⭐⭐☆☆☆ | Asphalt | Spring–Autumn | Touring / e-bike | Families |
| EuroVelo 8 | Variable | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ | Mixed | Spring | Gravel | Cycle Tourists |
Over 2,000 km between urban routes and cycle tourism itineraries.
Spring and autumn for plains and hills
Summer for the high mountains
Available in major cities and tourist resorts such as Turin, Langhe and Lake Maggiore.
Numerous structures offer secure bike storage, workshop, washing and energy breakfasts.
VENTO / plains → touring bike, city bike, e-bike
Langhe / hilly → road bike, gravel, e-bike
Via del Sale / mountains → MTB, gravel, e-MTB
Bags and panniers for cycle tourism
GPS or smartphone holder
Repair kit
Technical clothing
Via del Sale, Corona Verde, Langhe-Roero and VENTO.
Turin, Langhe, Monferrato, Lake Maggiore and Cuneo.
Turin urban network and Corona Verde ring.
Torinese Hills and Valli di Lanzo.
Via del Sale and Maritime Alps.
Along the Po River starting from Turin.
In the lower Piedmont, connected to the European network.
Between Cuneo and Liguria, variable length between 30 and 100 km.
Over 2,000 km.
About 200 km of urban network.
