Griante is a region situated on the western shore of Lake Como in Lombardy, Italy. Its distinctive geography features a wide plateau overlooking the lake, backed by mountains such as Monte Crocione and Monte Grona, providing a diverse range of landscapes for outdoor activities. The terrain transitions from lakeside paths to forested areas and open mountain routes, offering varied surfaces suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more. This varied topography makes Griante a…
130
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4.5
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4.6
(202)
1,292
riders
68.3km
04:06
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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670
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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344
riders
48.8km
03:56
1,360m
1,360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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336
riders
64.0km
04:26
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.6
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661
riders
58.4km
03:51
1,800m
1,800m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
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388
riders
55.5km
03:49
1,870m
1,870m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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1,934
riders
63.2km
03:38
1,490m
1,490m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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974
riders
71.4km
03:25
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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258
hikers
10.5km
04:14
670m
670m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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124
hikers
3.56km
01:19
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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32
hikers
5.77km
02:05
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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51
hikers
24.8km
07:05
550m
550m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(54)
147
riders
27.2km
02:17
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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428
riders
50.3km
04:50
1,670m
1,670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.6
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276
riders
67.5km
04:09
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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175
riders
46.8km
04:43
1,750m
1,750m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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17
runners
22.1km
03:49
1,350m
1,350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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129
runners
14.9km
02:26
930m
930m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
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30
runners
6.02km
00:41
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.5
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28
runners
10.3km
01:25
490m
500m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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41
hikers
12.6km
07:32
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
hikers
6.84km
02:23
150m
150m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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4
hikers
6.07km
02:22
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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5
hikers
9.20km
03:41
570m
570m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3.2
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44
riders
26.1km
01:53
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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21
riders
26.7km
02:12
880m
880m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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8
riders
34.6km
02:58
1,100m
1,100m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
82.2km
07:07
2,900m
2,900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Griante offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, gravel biking, and mountaineering. The region features over 30 routes, catering to various skill levels. These activities are rated an average of 4.45 out of 5 stars by more than 90,000 visitors.
Yes, Griante provides hiking trails ranging from easy walks to challenging ascents. An accessible path leads to the Church of San Martino (472m), offering panoramic views. For more demanding hikes, routes ascend mountains like Monte Crocione and Monte Grona. More information is available in the Hiking around Griante guide.
Griante offers diverse cycling routes, from scenic lakeside paths to challenging mountain passes. A classic route is the 100-mile (160 km) perimeter ride around Lake Como. For experienced road cyclists, climbs like the Passo del Ghisallo are available. Discover more options in the Cycling around Griante and Road Cycling Routes around Griante guides.
Yes, Griante and the surrounding Lake Como area feature numerous mountain biking trails with varying difficulty levels. Routes traverse mountain passes, forested areas, and open paths, offering panoramic viewpoints. Examples include the 16.9-mile (27.2 km) 'MTB tra i 3 Laghi' loop and the challenging 31.3-mile (50.3 km) 'Passo di Monte Tremezzo' loop. Consult the MTB Trails around Griante guide for details.
Griante offers panoramic views of Lake Como, including the Bellagio promontory and the Grigne Dolomite range. Notable viewpoints include the Church of San Martino and the Il Dossone Plateau. The region is also known as the 'Riviera of the Azaleas,' with abundant blooms between March and April.
Griante provides options suitable for families, including easy hiking paths and less challenging cycling routes. The path to the Church of San Martino is considered within everyone's reach. For cycling, traffic-free routes are available, as detailed in the Traffic-free bike rides around Griante guide.
The most comfortable conditions for cycling in Griante are typically from April to October. During this period, the weather is generally favorable for exploring the lakeside paths, mountain passes, and scenic routes. The 'Riviera of the Azaleas' is particularly vibrant between March and April.
Griante is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 90,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have received an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from over 6,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Griante, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Griante, Hiking around Griante, and MTB Trails around Griante. Additional guides for road cycling, jogging, gravel biking, and mountain hikes are also available.
The official website for the municipality of Griante is comune.griante.co.it. For general municipal inquiries, the phone number is +39 0344 40416. This contact information can be used for official communications regarding the region.
Yes, Griante offers routes suitable for gravel biking. These trails provide a mix of surfaces, allowing for exploration of the diverse landscapes. More details on specific routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Griante guide.
Yes, Griante features options for traffic-free bike rides, suitable for touring and road cyclists. These routes offer a safer and more relaxed cycling experience away from vehicle traffic. Specific routes are detailed in the Traffic-free bike rides around Griante guide.

