The MTB Uphill to Malga Tablanderalm is a challenging and scenic route starting from the Adige bridge in Ciardes, near the Hotel Winkler. The climb begins on paved road (8.3 km), passing several traditional farms and reaching Monte Fontana. From there, the route continues to the Schartegg parking area (1,460 m), a key junction for bikers and hikers.
The final stretch to Malga Tablanderalm requires extra effort: the gradient increases and the surface becomes gravel, testing both endurance and technique. Along the way, riders can choose exciting trail alternatives:
Fontana Trail: at km 6.7 after 570 m of elevation gain.
Lupo Trail: at km 4.3 after 360 m of elevation gain.
These options make the Uphill particularly flexible and ideal for experienced bikers seeking adrenaline and alpine views.
Arrival Suggestions
From Naturno, the starting point can be reached via the Adige cycle path to Castelbello, near the Winkler restaurant. Alternatively, riders can go directly from Naturno to the Adige bridge in Ciardes, connecting to the main route.
Technical Features
- Start: Adige bridge in Ciardes (Hotel Winkler)
- Finish: Malga Tablanderalm (~1,600 m)
- Intermediate point: Schartegg parking area 1,460 m
- Length: ~12 km
- Elevation gain: ~1,000 m
- Surface: 8.3 km paved + gravel final section
- Difficulty: medium–difficult (requires good preparation)
- Variants: Lupo Trail, Fontana Trail
