Activities in Biella and surroundings

MTB in the Biella area: three routes for different difficulty levels

If you're looking for MTB routes in the Biella area, the useful distinction isn't just between easy and medium: it's mainly the surface, and that changes how you pedal, how you dress and how you pr...

Monte Casto Trail 20 km: route, elevation gain and what to wear

The official 20 km route, with a stated 850 m elevation gain, starts at the Andorno Micca sports field (540 m). It passes the Monte Casto cross and Selle di Pratetto, then turns right towards Trabb...

Cammino di Ermenegildo: how to prepare for 50 km in the Oasi Zegna

The Cammino di Ermenegildo is a 3-day, ~50 km route in the Oasi Zegna (total ascent 2,000 m). Here’s what to expect, pre-departure checks and practical advice on clothing, footwear and backpacks.

Oropa Pilgrimage in Four Days: Stages and Gear

4-day trekking itinerary: departure from Stazione di Santhià and arrival at Santuario di Oropa, with a documented total positive elevation gain of about 1,000 m. Here you’ll find what to check befo...

Bielmonte and Monte Marca Loop: easy family-friendly trek

Itinerary 12 of the Oasi Zegna: a marked loop starting at Bielmonte parking and arriving at Monte Marca. Walking/family route, estimated 1h30 and +150 m; check weather and current conditions before...

Trek to Lago della Vecchia from Piedicavallo: route and clothing

Waymarked E50 itinerary from Piedicavallo to Rifugio Lago della Vecchia: start 1,049 m, finish 1,872 m, ascent 835 m and about 2h30 climb. Here’s what to check before you go and how to build practi...

From Biella to Oropa on foot via Gorgomoro

Route from Chiesa di San Giuseppe (Biella) to Santuario di Oropa via Gorgomoro: 14 km, 689 m elevation gain and uphill only estimated at 3 h 30. What to check before you leave and how to set your l...

40th Free Climbing Course 2026: dates, pre-registrations and CAI Biella gym

Practical information on the 40th CAI Biella Free Climbing Course: official dates, pre-registration period, available places and concrete advice on checks, clothing and equipment.