Percursos de MTB imperdíveis ao redor de Villar San Costanzo

Of course the view is on the Maira valley, not on the Stura valley

The Devil's Bridge in Dronero, built in 1428 over the Maira torrent, is a remarkable example of medieval civil engineering. This bridge has three arches of different sizes and is slightly curved, with lateral parapets surmounted by swallow-tailed Ghibelline battlements. Originally, on the pillar of the smaller arch towards the centre of Dronero, there was a drawbridge, whose iron hinge was found under the road surface; this was removed in 1810 when the entrance passage was widened and the Ghibelline battlements were restored. The name "Devil's Bridge" comes from a local legend: it is said that, to overcome the difficulties in building the bridge, the inhabitants made a pact with the devil, promising him the soul of the first person to cross it. However, the inhabitants tricked the devil by having a stray dog cross first, infuriating the devil who abandoned the bridge. Today, the bridge is a symbol of Dronero and offers a panoramic view of the town, representing an unmissable stop for those visiting the Maira Valley.

The Sanctuary of Sant'Anna di Roccabruna is closely linked to the partisan history of the Maira Valley. During the Resistance, the village of Sant'Anna was a constant garrison for the 104th Garibaldi Brigade, thanks to its strategic position that offered a panoramic view of the Dronero plain. Today, the sanctuary is the starting point for numerous paths that allow you to retrace the local history and the events of the partisan struggle.

The Sanctuary of San Costanzo al Monte is immersed in the woods of Villar and is incredibly composed of two overlapping churches. The upper church has three naves with ornate columns and remains of medieval frescoes, while the lower church is characterized by sturdy pillars and cross vaults. When passing by here, we recommend you take a break to admire this sanctuary built in the 8th century.

The Sanctuary of Sant'Anna di Roccabruna is closely linked to the partisan history of the Maira Valley. During the Resistance, the village of Sant'Anna was a constant garrison for the 104th Garibaldi Brigade, thanks to its strategic position that offered a panoramic view of the Dronero plain. Today, the sanctuary is the starting point for numerous paths that allow you to retrace the local history and the events of the partisan struggle.

The medieval term "granica", granary, initially indicated a series of rural buildings and warehouses built on the land of a Benedictine abbey. Later it came to define the rustic brick buildings with a small shelter for animals far from the town center: these were used as a home during the summer mountain pastures and as a warehouse for hay in the winter. From this village, several paths start that lead to the other villages of Oggeri, Copetto, Morello, Toschia.

From Colle Liretta, located at 1,100 m above sea level, you can enjoy a spectacular view towards the valley floor. A particularly open position that has made it one of the historic places in the province of Cuneo for flying. Very large, it allows the simultaneous opening of 4 sails.

On this quiet road immersed in the fields of Cuneo, you can pedal in peace, taking advantage of the almost non-existent traffic and the view of the mountains all around.