Unique off-road alpine routes: high-altitude thrills in the heart of nature and freedom
Experience the joy of riding through scenic curves, alpine passes, and roads surrounded by nature. Vernante is the perfect starting point for motorcyclists looking to explore the Maritime Alps, the Colle di Tenda, and the routes leading all the way to the French Riviera. Well-maintained roads, breathtaking views, and charming villages await.
DISCOVER NATURE BY BIKE
THE MARITIME ALPS
Two-wheeled adventures on alpine trails with stunning views
For cycling enthusiasts, Vernante is the ideal base for discovering the Alps by bike. Whether you ride gravel, mountain bike, or road bike, you’ll find panoramic routes, challenging climbs, and green trails. From the Vermenagna cycle path to the routes towards Limone Piemonte and the Colle di Tenda, the mountains offer unforgettable landscapes and challenges for every fitness level.
HIKING
WHY NOT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A SOFTER APPROACH
A wild setting: a journey through history, nature, and hidden culture
Vernante is the perfect starting point for hikes suitable for all levels, through forests, alpine pastures, and spectacular peaks. From easy walks to more demanding trails, every hike offers silence, fresh air, and breathtaking views of the Maritime Alps. Ideal for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and nature lovers who want to experience the mountains at a slower pace, yet full of emotion.
VIA DEL SALE
a unique and multifaceted experience
Breathtaking views between mountains and sea, military history, unspoiled nature, and options for every kind of adventurous traveler.
The Alta Via del Sale is a spectacular high-altitude route that winds along former military and trade roads between Piedmont and Liguria, near the French border. This dirt road stretches for about 39 km, connecting Limone Piemonte (CN) with Monesi di Triora (IM), crossing stunning landscapes between the Maritime and Ligurian Alps at altitudes ranging from 1,800 to 2,100 meters. The name (“High Salt Road”) comes from the area's historic role as one of the ancient "salt routes" used since the Middle Ages to transport this precious commodity from the sea inland to the plains. Today, it’s a panoramic, historical, and natural trail popular with hikers, cyclists, motorcyclists, and 4x4 off-road enthusiasts, with specific regulations in place to protect the environment. Open seasonally (generally from mid-June to mid-October, weather permitting), the Alta Via del Sale is a unique adventure that blends wild nature, outdoor exploration, and historical memory.
