Lessini Mountains / Italy
Monte Lessini are a chain of mountains in the Province of Verona in Italy. The range is part of the pre-Alps and is part of Lessinia Regional National Park. “Lessini” means “land used and prepared for pastures,” and the range is well-known for its lovely green pastures and cheesemaking.
Taste freshly-made Veronese mountain cheese made in the alpine pastures of the Lessini Mountain and spend the day coasting down the mountains with stunning views on our Verona + Lake Garda Bike Tour.
10 of the Most Beautiful Mountain Ranges in the World
Written by Kelsey KnoedlerThere’s nothing like standing at the top of a beautiful mountain range, looking out at the pastures, rivers, lakes, or forests below. Every hiker and cyclist knows that no matter how tough the climb, the view is always worth it.
Take in these stunning summit views without the tough climbs. From the French Alps to the Julian Alps, and from the peaks of the Mayacamas down to the amazing Andes of South America–enjoy these 10 incredible photos of the world’s most beautiful mountain ranges.
Serra de Tramuntana / Spain
The Tramuntana Mountain Range is located on the island of Mallorca in Spain and is a UNESCO Heritage Site, awarded for it s great physical and cultural significance. Its highest peak is Puig Major at 4,741 feet.
Climb high into the Tramuntana mountain range and kayak in the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean on DuVine’s Mallorca Bike Tour.
French Alps / France
The French Alps is the portion of the Alps Mountain Range located in the Rhone-Alpes and Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur regions of France. Its highest peak, Mont Blanc, towers 15,774 feet over the country of France.
Cycle from Geneva to Nice across the French Alps on DuVine’s epic Alps Challenge Bike Tour.
Dolomites / Italy
The Dolomites, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are located in northeastern Italy from the River Adige to the Piave Valley. During WWI, the Dolomites separated the Italian and Austro-Hungarian armies. The highest peak is Marmolada, at 10,968 feet.
Pedal through Alpine pastures and picturesque mountain villages on tranquil bike paths and quiet farm roads on DuVine’s Dolomites Bike Tour.
Schiehallion / Scotland
Schiehallion is a mountain in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Its Gaelic name is pronounced “she-hally-on.” The mountain towers 3,553 feet high and is considered the center of Scotland.
Follow the River Lyon before cruising around the iconic mountain of Schiehallion on our Scotland Bike Tour.
Pyrenees / France
The Pyrenees mountain range forms the natural border between France and Spain, extending 305 miles from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean Sea. The mountain range is older than the Alps, with deposits dating back to the Paleozoic and Mesozoic ears. Its highest peak, Aneto, is 11,168 feet high.
Cycle from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic coast across this stunning mountain range on DuVine’s Pyrenees Journey Bike Tour.
Andes / Argentina
The Andes mountain range is the longest continental mountain range in the world, running 4,300 miles along western South America, through Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. It peaks at 22,838 feet at Aconcagua.
Mayacamas Mountains / California, USA
Located in northwestern California, the Mayacama Mountains are part of the California Coast Ranges System. The range extends 52 miles from the Mendocino Range to Napa and Sonoma Counties in the south. Mayacama’s highest point is Cobb Mountain at 1,440 miles in elevation.
You’ll never forget the spectacular views of endless vines and the Mayacamas Mountains as you ride through the Dry Creek Valley on a Napa Wine Country Bike Tour or Sonoma Bike Tour.
Mont Ventoux / France
Mont Ventoux is a 6,273-foot mountain in Provence, France and has gained notoriety from being featured in the Tour de France. “Ventoux” in French means “windy,” and the summit has a reputation for high mistral winds that blow at 56 miles per hour or more for most of the year.
Cycle into the hills of the Plateau de Vaucluse for clear views from afar of the Mont Ventoux on Provence Bike Tour.
Julian Alps / Slovenia
The Julian Alps, part of the Southern Limestone Alps that stretch from northeastern Italy to Slovenia, are named for Julius Caesar. The Julian Alps are part of the Triglav National Park, and its highest peak is Mount Triglav, at 9,396 feet.
Go for a spin around Lake Bled before following the bike path to Kranjska Gora with fantastic views of the Julian Alps on DuVine’s Slovenia Bike Tour.
Lessini Mountains / Italy
Monte Lessini are a chain of mountains in the Province of Verona in Italy. The range is part of the pre-Alps and is part of Lessinia Regional National Park. “Lessini” means “land used and prepared for pastures,” and the range is well-known for its lovely green pastures and cheesemaking.
Taste freshly-made Veronese mountain cheese made in the alpine pastures of the Lessini Mountain and spend the day coasting down the mountains with stunning views on our Verona + Lake Garda Bike Tour.
10 of the Most Beautiful Mountain Ranges in the World
Written by Kelsey KnoedlerThere’s nothing like standing at the top of a beautiful mountain range, looking out at the pastures, rivers, lakes, or forests below. Every hiker and cyclist knows that no matter how tough the climb, the view is always worth it.
Take in these stunning summit views without the tough climbs. From the French Alps to the Julian Alps, and from the peaks of the Mayacamas down to the amazing Andes of South America–enjoy these 10 incredible photos of the world’s most beautiful mountain ranges.