The Dolomites cycle path of Fiemme and Fassa connects the two famous valleys of Trentino on a 48 km route along the banks of the Avisio river: an ideal cycling itinerary to experience an excursion in the most uncontaminated nature among green meadows and pastures, streams and farms. The route starts in Molina di Fiemme and, after passing through several towns in the valley, ends in Alba di Canazei, or for those who prefer to take the road slightly downhill, can start in Alba di Canazei and arrive in Molina di Fiemme. A medium-difficulty cycle path, which can be covered in 3-4 hours, also suitable for families. The Fiemme and Fassa Dolomites cycle path connects to two other interesting routes: the Sella Ronda and the Bolzano-Ferrara cycle path.
The Val di Fiemme cycle path starts in the area south of the village of Molina di Fiemme on the left bank of the stream, crosses it by means of the footbridge and climbs the valley in the direction of Predazzo. Arriving at the Cascata locality, you can take a short break and observe the great mass of water of the Rio di Val Moena, a cool and spectacular place, ideal for refreshment particularly in the warmer months. Proceeding along the route, with a few ups and downs, we enter a wooded area, arriving shortly after the bottom station of the Cermis cableway, and a short distance away is the hamlet of Masi di Cavalese.
Continuing along the Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa cycle path through meadows and pastures, one can encounter the characteristic traces of the old railway route, such as the slight and constant gradient of the track, iron bridges and pylons, and the old abandoned stations; the Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa cycle path in fact takes up much of the sediment of the former narrow-gauge railway.
You reach the village of Lago di Tesero and ride through the Centro del Fondo, equipped with services and mechanical assistance for bikes and a valid support point for those who wish to undertake the entire itinerary between the two valleys. Once past the Centre, continue in the direction of Ziano di Fiemme, during the journey you will also see a typical small wooden bridge with a two-pitch roof, one of the few in Trentino. This stretch of road winds its way through ploughed fields and verdant pastures surrounded by forests, thus reaching Zanolin, a hamlet of Ziano di Fiemme, and then proceeding as far as Predazzo following the route of the old railway line; having bypassed the village, proceed in the direction of Moena. Then return to pedalling along the banks of the stream, along the narrow valley to arrive in the hamlet of Forno, where the Val di Fassa cycle path begins, in one of the most enchanting and typical landscapes of Trentino.
Crossing from one side of the stream to the other on various footbridges, you finally reach Moena, cross the centre and rejoin the Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa cycle path near the minigolf course. As you descend towards Soraga, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the valley with the high rocky peaks of the Sella and Pordoi group in the background.
After passing the village of Soraga, we proceed for a few kilometres through meadows and woods in the vicinity of Pozza di Fassa and reach the centre of the village on a municipal road. From Pozza, continue on to Pera di Fassa from where the climb to Mazzin begins. Skirting the Avisio river, you reach the departure station of the Col Rodella cable car in Campitello di Fassa. Here, take the Cercenà forest road and continue to Canazei.
Once you reach the arrival location, you can return to the starting point using the buses or the Bike Express Fassa Fiemme shuttle.
The recommended periods to use the cycle path are late spring, summer and autumn. In winter it is used as a cross-country track.
Departure: Molina di Fiemme
Finish: Pozza di Fassa
Type of surface: asphalt, gravel
Average slope: 5%.
Maximum slope: 8%
Type of track: Cycledestrian
Traffic: Restricted, mixed in crossings of urban centres and municipal roads
