Bike, Mobility & Surroundings

Explore Valtellina

Hotel Garni Le Corti is the perfect starting point to explore Valtellina by bike or on foot, discovering the region’s natural, historical, and cultural wonders. Thanks to our strategic location between Tirano and Bormio, you can easily reach the main attractions and cycling routes.

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Activities & Attractions in the Surroundings

Bernina Red Train

Bernina Red Train

A spectacular journey from the 450 m of Tirano to over 2250 m of the Bernina Pass and on to 1850 m in St. Moritz. This UNESCO World Heritage railway line leads you across boldly arched viaducts and through pristine mountain landscapes.

Bormio Thermal Baths

Bormio Thermal Baths, Pampering & Relaxation

Bormio offers 360° thermal wellness in its three centers:
- QC Terme Bagni Vecchi
- QC Terme Bagni Nuovi
- Bormio Terme

Livigno shopping

Duty-Free Shopping

Livigno is just about an hour’s drive away—one of the favorite destinations for duty-free shopping.

Skiing and Snowboarding

Ski & Snowboard

Bormio Ski Area, featuring the Stelvio slope, a must-stop for the World Cup and future venue for the 2026 Winter Olympics (25 km away)
Livigno Ski Area, also hosting 2026 Winter Olympics (65 km away)
Aprica Ski Area (25 km away)

Legendary climbs

Valtellina & Legendary Climbs

Valtellina, in the heart of the Alps, offers cyclists three of the world’s most famous bike routes—Stelvio, Gavia, and Mortirolo—“the three legendary climbs.”

MTB

MTB

Valtellina is one of the most renowned Alpine areas in Europe for mountain biking, with routes suitable for all tastes and skill levels. The “Five Crazy Downs” are spectacular MTB descents that drop from the high peaks of Valtellina and Valposchiavo (Switzerland) down to the valley floor along dirt roads, mule tracks, military roads, and specially marked trails for bikers.

Sentiero Valtellina

Sentiero Valtellina

A 94 km cycle path winding along the valley floor of Sondrio Province, from Bormio to Lake Como.

Via dei Terrazzamenti

Via dei Terrazzamenti

Valtellina’s terraced vineyards and dry-stone walls create a harmonious landscape on steep slopes, reflecting a centuries-old bond between man and mountain. Ideal for walking or cycling tours, as well as culinary excursions.

Trekking

Trekking

Different and unique scenarios, natural parks, alpine lakes... choose your itinerary, put on your boots, and go!

Marian Trail of the Alps

Marian Trail of the Alps

A route of over 160 km divided into eight stages, touching many Marian shrines in Sondrio Province, including the Madonna di Tirano Sanctuary—one of the most important religious monuments in Valtellina—and the Grosotto Sanctuary.

Grosotto Sanctuary

Beata Vergine delle Grazie Sanctuary in Grosotto

A Marian shrine of great artistic value—note the painting “The Holy Family” by Marcello Venusti, a pupil of Michelangelo.

Grosotto Lake

Parco Prati di Punta

The Grosotto lake, nestled among the slopes of Valtellina, offers an oasis of peace amid clear waters, lush forests, and majestic peaks.

Fishing in Valtellina

Fishing

Valtellina is a true haven for anglers with its 1450 km of waterways and over 150 alpine lakes, all accessible with a single permit.
There are:
• 16 fly-fishing no-kill reserves
• 2 artificial-lure fishing zones (Spinning)
• 8 tourist fishing reserves with weekly adult trout restocking
• Various sport-fishing ponds

Grosio Rock Engravings Park

Grosio Rock Engravings Park

Visit the two medieval castles—Castello di San Faustino (10th century) and the “New Castle” (Visconti Venosta Castle, 14th century). Enjoy a guided tour of the spectacular “Rupe Magna,” the largest engraved rock in the Alps (5,500 engravings). Step back in time and take in a special view of the valley.

Gaudì di Grosio

The “Gaudì of Grosio”

The so-called Gaudì Castle of Grosio is more like a private garden built on a rock.

It features 207 steps, sculptures, fountains, paths, caves, engraved phrases on the rock, strange objects, and colorful vases.

Mobility & How to Reach Us

Hotel Garni Le Corti is easily accessible by car or public transportation:

  • By Car: From Milan, take SS36 to Lecco and Colico, then SS38 to Tirano and Grosotto. From Brescia, follow the highway to Iseo and Vallecamonica, then the state road towards Edolo and the Aprica Pass.
  • By Train: The nearest station is Tirano, from which you can reach the hotel by bus. Timetables & details on Trenitalia.
  • By Plane: The closest airports are Bergamo Orio al Serio, Milan Malpensa, and Milan Linate. Direct shuttle services to Alta Valtellina are available in winter. Check transfer services.

Our private parking is available upon reservation. Nearby, there are public parking options, both free and paid.

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