From the Brenta river to the wild Barricata climb, this ride reaches the remote Asiago plateau before a long, exhilarating descent back to Bassano.
The ride begins gently, following the Brenta River before the character of the route changes completely. The river section is a relaxed way into the ride, with the road gradually drawing you away from Bassano and towards the mountains. Then comes the wild ascent to Barricata. This is where the route gets serious, climbing on a road that feels far removed from the valley below. Falling rocks cover parts of the road, and the route follows a section closed to traffic, adding to the sense of isolation. It is a raw, uncompromising climb rather than a polished mountain-road experience, with the landscape becoming increasingly remote as you gain altitude. The reward is the Asiago plateau, the pinnacle of the ride and a striking contrast to the narrow ascent. Up here, the atmosphere is spacious and secluded, with long stretches of open mountain landscape and a feeling of being far from the busy world below. After the effort of Barricata, the plateau provides a chance to settle into a completely different rhythm before the route turns downhill. The final descent back towards Bassano is a fitting finish: fast, flowing and full of the satisfaction that comes from earning your way into the mountains. This is a route for riders who enjoy the combination of a scenic approach, a genuinely wild climb and a spectacular return to the valley.
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