Cycling Bergamo - Episode 03 - Parzanica

The province of Bergamo boasts two large bodies of water on its territory. Lake Iseo, shared with the province of Brescia, and Lake Endine. While not as well known as Como and Garda, both Iseo and Endine are certainly richer in nature and less frequented by cars, making them perfect for visiting by bike.

Lake Iseo experienced a few weeks of global notoriety in 2016, when artist Christo created "The Floating Piers".

This installation consisted a network of floating piers open to the public put in place between Sulzano, Montisola and the island of San Paolo.

This installation brought in more than a million visitors. On the day of its inauguration, the eyes of the world were on this small lake in northern Italy, an art installation that made history and not just for the artist Christo Jeanne-Claude.

On Iseo's western shore lies the small village of Parzanica. The climb to get there starts right after the Tavernola cement plant. Totalling 8 km, 11 switchbacks, a consistent gradient and the rare chance of meeting any traffic. It is a real pleasure to do in the saddle and taking in the spectacular views of the lake.

The only water fountain is in the village of Tavernola.

So if you tackle it during the warmer months remember to resupply here, because the sun beats down from morning to night, generally without wind, and the heat can be unbearable.

Alternatively once you reach Vigolo, you can take the road in the direction of Adrara San Rocco. With about 17 km of climbing, the final stretch is unpaved and it summits the other side of the mountain. Then take the descent from Colli di San Fermo.

Third and final option: descend down Parzanica and once you reach the lake head towards Lovere. Once past the village of Riva di Solto, the scenery becomes even more impressive. Sheer walls overhang the lake that frame the historic road leading north of the lake.

During the summer we suggest stopping and taking a dip!

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