Ricetto of Candelo – Castello di Castellengo loop from Lessona

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Ricetto of Candelo – Castello di Castellengo loop from Lessona

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Ricetto of Candelo – Castello di Castellengo loop from Lessona

03:59

59.3km

910m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Riserva naturale delle Baragge

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11.2 km

Sanctuary of Banchette

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It is a Marian sanctuary located in the hamlet of Banchette in Bioglio, in the province of Biella, at the foot of Monte Rovella. It stands at about 675 meters above sea level, immersed in the Quargnasca natural area.

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11.4 km

View of the Clock Tower

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Belvedere - Panoramic Point, in the surroundings of Biellese, ideal for an open view of the territory.

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25.2 km

Old Factory by the Stream

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33.7 km

Ricetto of Candelo

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Fortified structure from the Middle Ages, the Ricetto di Candelo is a sort of citadel in which the local lord accumulated goods and wealth. It is also notable for its excellent state of conservation.

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33.7 km

Church of Santa Maria Maggiore

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Dating back to the 10th century, it houses several valuable works of art.

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38.1 km

View of the Alps from the Baragge Nature Reserve

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Also called "Savana del Biella". It's about the
Baraggia reserve, a large area ideal for horseback riding, walking, mountain biking or gravel riding.
It is a particular territory located on …

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46.5 km

Castello di Castellengo

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The origins of the castle of Castellengo date back to the 10th century. After the owner family, the Frichignono, became extinct in 1883, the castle underwent a gradual abandonment, changing …

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47.1 km

Castellengo

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Castellengo is a small village located east of the Baraggia oriented reserve, in the Nebbiolo DOC production area. Worthy of note are its castle which dominates from above with a …

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