--- title: Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour lang: en type: tour city: Lake Como country: Italy price: 170 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 172 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Which ride first? rank_in_category: 1 of 6 (E-Bike & Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-09-26 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/lake-como/tours/ghisallo-pilgrimage-road-and-e-bike-tour/ --- # Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour **Guidekin's take:** A guided climb from Bellagio to the Madonna del Ghisallo cycling chapel on the Giro di Lombardia ascent, on a Bianchi road bike or an e-bike. Bike, helmet, an English speaking guide and Cycling Museum entry are included; moderate fitness and a passport or ID are required. 5 from 172 reviews at €170 per person for 3h 30m. **Which ride first?:** Book the Ghisallo climb from Bellagio: road bike or e-bike and Cycling Museum entry at €170 per person; moderate fitness needed, 5 from 172 reviews. Trade-off: Moderate fitness required for the climb. (last checked September 26, 2026) ## Overview Join us for this pilgrimage, a scenic and meaningful ride from Bellagio to the legendary Madonna del Ghisallo Cycling Chapel and Ghisallo Cycling Museum, the spiritual heart of Italian cycling. Our guided tour takes you along a route of winding switchbacks that reveal new views of Lake Como at every turn. The ascent from Bellagio is the official climb of the Giro di Lombardia, a route steeped in cycling history and tradition. Since 1919, this climb has tested champions and inspired countless riders -- a true pilgrimage for anyone passionate about cycling. At the summit, we visit the Madonna del Ghisallo Sanctuary, dedicated to the patron saint of cyclists, and the Cycling Museum, where you'll discover memorabilia, stories, and artifacts that celebrate over a century of Italian cycling culture. Please Specify if you prefer the Bianchi Infinito road bike or T-Tronik E-Bike rental ## Before you book - Meeting point: On reservation, - Starts 09:45: one departure a day - Age 14+: minimum age to join ## Key facts - Price: from €170 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 172 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Bike It! Bellagio ## What's included - Banca Intesa Meeting Point Pickup (on reservation) - Use of helmet & Water Bottle - Use of bicycle (Bianchi Infinito road bike or T-Tronik E-Bike) - Local English-Speaking guide - Entrance in the Cycling Museum ## Itinerary 1. **Bike It! Bellagio** (15m) - We start and end at our bike shop! 2. **Santuario Della Madonna del Ghisallo - Museo Del Ciclismo** (20m; admission included) - We stop at the cycling chapel and museum for a visit! Two special places that are unique and can be enjoyed by everyone. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point On reservation, we offer a shuttle/pickup service from downtown Bellagio (Banca Intesa San Paolo) at 9:10am and 9:30am. Please e-mail or call to reserve at least one day in advance. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ1-c4oq6JhkcRjAnQqxrGqm8 ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - A current valid passport or other form of ID is required on the day of the tour - Please dress appropriately, close-toed shoes and comfortable clothing for biking. Booking asks for: dates of birth, heights ## Compared with other E-Bike & Bike Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 6** | €170 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (172) | shared | | [Lake Como: eBike City Tour Guided by an iPad and a Tour Leader](/italy/lake-como/tours/lake-como-ebike-city-tour-guided-by-an-ipad-and-a-tour-leader/?format=md) | €80 | 3h | 4.95 (263) | shared | | [E-Bike Tour around Three Lakes and Idyllic Mountain Life](/italy/lake-como/tours/e-bike-tour-around-three-lakes-and-idyllic-mountain-life/?format=md) | €137 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (144) | shared | | [Guided e-bike tour on Lake Como](/italy/lake-como/tours/guided-e-bike-tour-on-lake-como/?format=md) | €75 | 4h | 4.89 (101) | private | Ranked #1 of 6 in E-Bike & Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €75 to €265, median €141; typical length 3h 30m. 1 of 6 are private. 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