Elogio della Foresta fossile della Stura di Lanzo

The stumps of Glyptostrobus europaeus can be observed (depending on the conditions of the stream) on both banks of the Stura di Lanzo over a length of about 500 meters.

On the right bank, access is from the hamlets of Vastalla (Ciriè) and Grange di Nole. On the left bank, access is from Villanova and Nole. Signage along the Corona Verde cycle path.

The recommendation can only be a loop. The suggested loop runs along both banks of this stream, known for the biological quality of its water and the riparian environment.

A rather challenging suggestion (63 km, the longest in the guide) that runs at least 50% on natural-surfaced trails. In return, much of the ride is on paths reserved for pedestrians and bicycles. Another incentive comes from the many points of interest: besides the fossil stumps being praised, mention should be made of the springs on the right bank at Grange di Nole and, on the left bank, between Nole and Villanova, the Goret Oasis, a remarkable example of naturalistic recovery of a quarry area. Also, the Devil's Bridge at Lanzo and the La Mandria Nature Park.

Venaria – La Mandria Park (Villa Laghi, Cascina Oslera) – roundabout on SP 1 – Verde – Robassomero – Vastalla – Stura di Lanzo, fossil forest – Grange di Nole – San Firmino (Fiano) – Cafasse – bridge over the Stura – Villanova – Mathi – Balangero – Lanzo (Devil's Bridge) – Balangero – Mathi – Grosso – Villanova – Nole (Goret Oasis) – fossil forest – Vastalla – Pich – Ceretta (San Maurizio) – Francia – Caselle – Borgaro – cycle bridge over the Stura – Venaria.

Train stations in Venaria and in the towns along the route.