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Monte Carmo Enduro Tour

Finale Ligure Classic – E-Enduro

Overview

Specifications

Program

description

Private Guided Tour・Pietra Ligure・2 4×4 uplift

Big mountains, raw terrain, and the most iconic stages of the Enduro World Series.This is the ultimate Pietra Ligure experience. Massive vertical drops and technical riding on the slopes of Monte Carmo. This tour is designed for riders who want to test their skills on the legendary stages that defined the EWS. A 40-minute uplift to Giogo di Giustenice kicks things off. From there, we drop straight into the trilogy: Hiroshima, Hell Boy 1, and Hell Boy 2. Over 5 km of pure adrenaline with high-speed compressions, berms, and technical drops. After a second uplift, we tackle the Oltrefinale and Stai Karmo lines, pure natural Pietra trails. This is where it gets real. A 650m climb (mix of pedaling and hike-a-bike) takes us back toward the peak. Packed lunch at the pass, then a final 30-minute push to the summit of Monte Carmo. The 360° view is the best in the region – soak it in, because the descent is brutal. Choose your weapon: the Karma Trail. Nearly 8 km of S4 rated, technical EWS history that drops you all the way down to Loano. Rocks, switchbacks, and pure physical riding.

features

Distance: 34 km ↔

Duration: 8:30 h ↻

Uphill: 540 m ▴

Downhill: 2,500 m ▾

Max. altitude: 1,350 m ⇱

Min. altitude: 0,00 ⇲

N° max.: 7 riders per guide

price

from € 360,00/ group ( 1 – 4 pers. )

Monte Carmo enduro tour combines the most iconic stages of the Enduro World Series in Pietra igure.

Specifications

Area

pietra Ligure

Zone

monte carmo

difficulty

Most trails range from S2 to S3, while several descents—including Stai Karmo and other advanced lines—reach S4 difficulty. This Trail Zone is recommended for experienced riders who are confident on steep, natural and rocky terrain.

Physical effort

• Good general fitness is necessary

• You are able to climb 1 hour non stop.

distance

34 km ↔

duration

8:30 – 17:00

uphill

540 m ↑

downhill

2,500 m ↓

portage

10 minutes

push the bike

15 minutes

Area and Terrain

Max. Altitude

1,350 m ⇱ sella del carmo

Min. Altitude

0,00 m ⇲ finalborgo

general characteristics

Monte Carmo is one of the most demanding Trail Zones in the Finale Ligure Outdoor Region. Located on the slopes above Pietra Ligure, it is renowned for long alpine descents, significant vertical drops and a concentration of iconic Enduro World Series trails.

terrain

Expect a constantly changing mix of compact forest soil, exposed limestone, rocky slabs, loose stone, steep natural slopes and mountain ridgelines. The terrain alternates between dense woodland, open alpine sections and panoramic traverses.

trails

The zone combines flowing trails such as Rollercoaster and Toboga di Canova with more natural and technical descents including Kill Bill II and Madonna della Guardia. Long descents, varied rhythm and multiple line choices define the riding experience.

Daily Trails

trail name

difficulty

type

distance

descent

Hiroshima

Hell Boy I

Hell Boy II

Madonna

Karma trail

Oltrefinale

Stai Carmo

Rock n Rolla

Titalana

flow

flow

tech

fast tech

tech

flow

flow

flow

2,40 km

1,20 km

1,30 km

6,50 km

3,80 km

0,481 km

0,56 km

1,70 km

– 411 m

– 104 m

– 216 m

-1,104 m

– 525 m

– 80 m

– 104 m

– 330 m

* The list of trails is subject to change based on: the technical level of the group, trail conditions, openings and closures.

• Time: 8:30 – 17:00
• Start / End: Finalborgo
• Uplift 4×4: 2
• Activity: Private
• Max. Riders: 7
• Min. Age: 14 y.o.
• Languages: ENG / ITA
• Availability: All year round upon request
• Best time to ride: Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct

• Presence of charging points: No

  • 8h professional guide
  • Uplifts: 2 ( Giogo di Giustenice )
  • Technical and mechanical support
  • Group management / Trails selection based on the group abillity
  • knowledge of the area and local relationship
  • First aid knowledge and ability to coordinate with local rescue authorities

 

Not included

  • Personal insurance
  • Packed Lunch
  • Bike rent
  • Aperitivo

✔︎ Bike: Enduro 160mm

✔︎ Helmet: Mandatory to participate in our tours (a full-face helmet is recommended)

✔︎ Body protection: Back protector and knee pads are recommendedEnduro 160mm

✔︎ Eye protection: Goggle or glasses

✔︎ Spare parts: Tubeless repair kit • Inner tube • Derailleur hanger • Brake pads

✔︎ Water: No water sources in the area

✔︎ Food

✔︎ Personal documents

✔︎ Cash

✔︎ Phone

• 8:00 – Meeting ( GPS position during check-out )

• 8:30 – 1° uplift

• 9:10 – Start riding ( Hiroshima trail )

• 10:30 – 2° uplift

• 13:00 – Lunch break ( own packed lunch )

• 14:00 – Start afternoon session

• 17:00 – Back to Finalborgo ( Aperitivo ! )

• Deposit: € 100

• Balance: On ride day

• Cancellation: Free up to 5 days

• The displayed price is based on a group of 4 riders. Each additional rider is charged €60, up to a maximum of 8 riders.

• Online availability: Up to 72 h. For last minutes request or for groups larger than 7 riders, please contact us on WhatsApp.

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faq

Karma Trail: The Ultimate Descent

The Karma Trail is not just a trail; it is a pilgrimage. Starting from Sella del Monte Carmo (1,350 m), this legendary trail offers one of the longest and most diverse descents in the Finale Outdoor Region.

The Terrain: Get ready for a real journey through different ecosystems. It starts with an alpine feel—open ridges and technical rock gardens—before plunging into dense beech forests. As you descend, the trail transforms into fast, flowy sections mixed with classic Ligurian “scassato” (rugged, rocky terrain), ending at the valley floor.

Why you should ride it:

Massive Vertical Drop: Over 1,000 meters of pure downhill bliss. (Nota: Ho cambiato “elevation gain” in “vertical drop”, perché “gain” si usa per la salita, “drop” o “descent” per la discesa).

Physical Challenge: It requires endurance and focus, rewarding you with world-class flow.

360° Panorama: On clear days, you can see the mountains of Corsica from the start and the entire Ligurian coastline during the descent.

September, October, November, March, April and May are considered the best months for MTB riding in Finale Ligure thanks to stable temperatures, reduced summer traffic and optimal trail conditions. During these periods, the terrain typically offers the best balance between grip, dry surfaces and rideable natural singletracks, making the area ideal for enduro, shuttle-assisted riding and long technical descents. Spring and autumn also provide the most consistent riding conditions across zones such as Base Nato, Melogno and the Finale Outdoor Region, with cooler weather and excellent visibility on coastal and inland trails.

Airports:

Genoa ( IT ) and Nice ( FR )

Train:

Final Marina station

Highway:

A10 – Finale Ligure exit