The Adda valley is a succession of striking views, reachable from Milan in only 30 minutes by train. Numerous scenic gems are encountered while cycling along the banks of the Po’s longest tributary. There’s Paderno, with its majestic iron bridge from the late 1800s and the naviglio built by the Austrians in the 1700s based on Leonardo’s designs; there’s Porto with the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Rocchetta; Cornate with the historic Bertini and Esterle hydroelectric power plants; and finally Trezzo sull’ Adda, with the Visconti castle and the Taccani power plant.

The ‘route is loop and 28 km long, easy and flat, winding along the river towpath on dirt or asphalt surface, sheltered from motor traffic.
The ‘only stretch that is a bit strenuous is the short climb (500 m.) from the river towpath.

Route Type: Ring
Length: 28 km
Uphill elevation gain: 180mt
Downhill elevation gain: 180mt
Highest point: 268mt
Lowest point: 150mt
Type of background: Asphalt

Consigli tecnici
The route is suitable for all types of bicycles, including pedal-assisted (electric) ones.
Sportswear is recommended.

Place of departure: Paderno d’Adda
Place of departure: Paderno-Robbiate station
Municipality of arrival: Paderno d’Adda
Place of arrival: Paderno-Robbiate Station

Recommended period
from March to November, but the route is also very picturesque in winter.

Where to park
arrival by train at Paderno-Robbiate station (Milan-Bergamo line) is recommended.
In the case of arriving by car, there are parking lots adjacent to the train station.

Useful links
www.parcoaddanord.it