Tipi Percorsi
Experience an unforgettable adventure on two wheels with our guided cycling tour from Saluzzo to Cuneo, an inclusive experience designed for those who love the Cuneo territory and wish to discover its hidden beauties in a sustainable and authentic way.
The Route: 42km Between History and Nature
Our adventure begins in the heart of Saluzzo's historic centre, a medieval jewel at the foot of Monviso. From here, we'll head towards the gentle hills that characterise the Cuneo landscape, passing through the picturesque towns of Manta and Verzuolo. The route has been designed to offer the perfect balance between scenic beauty and rideability, alternating tarmac sections with evocative dirt tracks that offer breathtaking views of the Maritime and Cottian Alps.
The approximately 42-kilometre route has been designed to avoid busy roads, favouring secondary roads and paths that allow you to immerse yourself completely in the nature and tranquillity of the Cuneo countryside. The route partially follows the EuroVelo 8 to ensure a more authentic experience away from traffic.
The Stop in Busca: Flavours of the Territory
Halfway through our journey, a special stop awaits us in Busca, where we'll take a pleasant break to refresh ourselves with an aperitif featuring typical local products. A perfect moment to socialise, share impressions of the journey and savour the gastronomic excellence of the Cuneo territory, from DOP cheeses to wines from our hills.
What the Experience Includes
- Fully guided tour with an expert guide who knows every corner of the territory and will tell you stories, curiosities and local traditions
- E-bike rental included for the entire duration of the experience, with high-quality, perfectly maintained bicycles
- Gastronomic stop in Busca with aperitif featuring selected local products
- Scheduled arrival in Cuneo in time for lunch (not included) and to participate in the Cuneo Bike Festival events
Who It's Designed For
This cycling tour is perfect for non-cyclists and non-competitive tourists who wish to discover hidden corners of Cuneo without the pressure of competition. You don't need to be particularly fit: modern e-bikes make cycling accessible to all levels of physical preparation, allowing anyone to enjoy the landscape without excessive effort.
The ideal target includes residents of Cuneo, Saluzzo and surrounding areas who want to rediscover their territory from a new and sustainable perspective, as well as visitors interested in experiencing an authentic experience in the heart of Piedmont.
Arrival and Continuation
Once you arrive in Cuneo, you'll have free time to lunch in one of the many restaurants in the historic centre and independently participate in the events and manifestations of the Cuneo Bike Festival, immersing yourself completely in the festive atmosphere of the event.
Comfortable and Sustainable Return
The return to Saluzzo is planned independently using the comfortable Arenaways train, which connects the two cities allowing you to relax and relive the most beautiful moments of the day whilst admiring the landscape from the window.
An authentic, sustainable and engaging way to experience the Cuneo territory and actively participate in the Cuneo Bike Festival, creating unforgettable memories between nature, culture and conviviality!
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What's better than a day outdoors at the foot of the mountains?
And what's better than a day outdoors at the foot of the mountains among enchanting landscapes and without the thought of having to drive a car?
This is the experience in the Terre del Monviso that allows you to arrive by train and leave by bike!
You can reach Saluzzo by train along the Savigliano-Saluzzo-Cuneo line. The line is managed by Arenaways, our partner in promoting this train+bike experience.
The BikeSquare Monviso rental companies will take care of delivering the e-bikes at the station and illustrate the route that you can follow from the BikeSquare app.
The route is simple and allows you to reach the center of Saluzzo and get to the top where the most beautiful buildings linked to the history of this town and the Marquisate of Saluzzo are concentrated.
The route continues to Staffarda and from here, after visiting the Abbey and admiring its magnificent cloister, you can pedal towards Revello which welcomes you to the Po Valley - and then return to Saluzzo.
It is advisable to book this experience at least 2 days in advance so as to allow the rental agents at the BikeSquare Monviso rental point to organize the delivery.
in paesana, at pian del re, at pian della regina, in ostana, in sanfront, in revello, in saluzzo, in staffarda, in bagnolo, in barge, in crissolo, at pian mune, in valle bronda, in brondello, in castellar, in rifreddo
Bike Monviso is a cycle route suitable for everyone that runs through the territories of Paesana, Sanfront, Rifreddo, Gambasca, Martiniana Po and Revello. The itinerary is divided into 3 loops of about 15 km each that can also be cycled individually. In addition to the help of the BikeSquare app navigator, you can follow the blue arrows with white "Bike Monviso" writing, which will accompany you between gentle climbs and descents on tarmac roads and easy dirt tracks.
What to see in Paesana
Wedged between Monviso and Monte Bracco, Paesana lies at the centre of the Po valley. Divided into two villages, spread over the two banks of the Po and named after the two parishes of Santa Maria and Santa Margherita. Definitely worth a visit are the two parishes just mentioned, the hamlet of Ghisola, which still preserves ancient rustic buildings, the hamlet of Calcinere with its 19th-century church of Sant'Antonio Abate, and Agliasco, a locality with a preferential view of Monviso.
What to see in Sanfront
Leaning against the walls of Monbracco, under a rocky outcrop, stands Balma Boves, a charming hamlet where time seems to have stopped in the Middle Ages and which recalls the villages of the pueblos navajos. In fact, the last inhabitants of this village abandoned it in the 1950s when its location was unsuitable for modern life. Today transformed into an eco-museum, it reminds us of when man, in these valleys, still lived in perfect harmony with nature, knowing how to exploit natural resources without abusing them.
What to see in Revello
The municipality of Revello lies at the foot of Monbracco; there is evidence of a settlement in the area as far back as Roman times. It flourished in the Middle Ages during the marquisate of Ludovico II and Margherita di Foix. Monuments of high artistic and cultural interest date back to that period, such as the Collegiata, a 15th-century church frescoed by a famous Flemish painter, and the Cappella Marchionale, a splendid example of late-Gothic architecture.
Delivery service to train station in Saluzzo
You can request the delivery of the e-bikes at the Saluzzo train station. When booking, you must choose 'Train station' on the first page of the booking process. The delivery of the bikes has an additional cost. It is advisable to make this request a little in advance so as to allow the rental company to organize the service.
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This pleasant and flat bike tour will take you to discover Staffarda Abbey by guiding you on a pleasant loop that winds along the slopes of Monbracco. The loop passes through the municipalities of Paesana, Barge, Martiniana Po and Sanfront, leading you to discover the historical and gastronomic wealth of this area.
What to see in Barge
The town of Barge has a very ancient history, as testified by the rock engravings found on the summit of Monte Bracco (often shortened to Monbracco). It is from the 1400s that Barge began a flourishing development mainly thanks to the quarrying industry of construction rocks from the slopes of Monbracco. Even Leonardo Da Vinci in one of his manuscripts mentions this mountain, describing it as a site for the production of a "stone as white as Carrara marble and as hard as porphyry", hence the nickname Montagna di Leonardo (Leonardo's Mountain). Barge can also boast many fine monuments and churches, such as the parish church of San Giovanni Battista, the ruins of the Lower Castle and the medieval streets of the old town centre.
What to see in Staffarda
Pedalling along secondary roads immersed in green fields, you reach the abbey of Santa Maria di Staffarda. Founded in the early 12th century by the Order of Cistercian monks on land donated by Marquis Manfredo I of Saluzzo. The abbey consists of several buildings including an impressive Romanesque/Gothic cloister, a guesthouse and a covered market. Since the Middle Ages, it has been an important centre for trade, also favoured by the products obtained from the reclamation of the surrounding farmland desired by the monks. In 1690, it suffered serious damage following the battle between the Savoy and French who were fighting over the territory of Saluzzo. It was then rebuilt in the first decades of the 18th century, altering its typical Gothic forms.
What to see in Sanfront
Leaning against the walls of Monbracco, under a rocky outcrop, stands Balma Boves, a charming hamlet where time seems to have stopped in the Middle Ages and which recalls the villages of the pueblos navajos. In fact, the last inhabitants of this village abandoned it in the 1950s when its location was unsuitable for modern life. Today, transformed into an eco-museum, it reminds us of when man, in these valleys, still lived in perfect harmony with nature, knowing how to exploit natural resources without abusing them.
in paesana, at pian del re, at pian della regina, in ostana, in sanfront, in revello, in saluzzo, in staffarda, in bagnolo, in barge, in crissolo, at pian mune, in valle bronda, in brondello, in castellar, in rifreddo
Percorso ad anello per tutti alla ricerca di alcuni luoghi simbolo del Marchesato di Saluzzo. Saluzzo è il punto ideale per partire alla scoperta delle Terre del Monviso.
SE SIETE INTERESSATI A RICEVERE LE BICI A NOLEGGIO DIRETTAMENTE PRESSO LA STAZIONE DI SALUZZO VISITATE L'ESPERIENZA QUI.
Il marchesato di Saluzzo è molto antico e precede di gran lunga gli stati del rinascimento italiano, nasce infatti nel 1142 con il marchese di Saluzzo Manfredo I. Nei secoli sono cambiati i territori di competenza ma in linea di massima il marchesato di Saluzzo si identifica con le terre che stanno tra la Stura di Demonte e il Po, con le Alpi a fare da contrafforte.
Saluzzo, Staffarda e Revello sono tre luoghi simbolo del marchesato.
Saluzzo
Tra le tante scelte a Saluzzo potete trovare la Castiglia, la Chiesa di San Giovanni e Casa Cavassa. La Castiglia e l’antica residenza dei marchesi, oggi luogo museale e sede di mostre temporanee. La Chiesa di San Giovanni racchiude veri tesori d'arte, come le tre navate, l'abside con la cappella sepolcrale dei Marchesi, il chiostro quadrato, il refettorio e la sala capitolare. Casa Cavassa è stata dimora signorile dei Cavassa, vicari generali dei Marchesi, oggi museo civico con affreschi, quadri e arredi d'epoca (ospita la famosa pala d’altare della Madonna della Misericordia di Hans Clemer).
Staffarda
Staffarda è un’Abbazia Cistercense nata per concessione del Marchese di Saluzzo nel XII secolo. Importante sede religiosa e agricola, nasce su un terreno bonificato dai monaci e riveste da subito una centralità storica per il Marchesato. Oggi si può visitare nella sua completezza.
Revello
A Revello potrete invece trovare la Cappella Marchionale, residenza voluta nella seconda Metà del ‘400 dal Marchese Ludovico II (la cui tomba si trova proprio in San Giovanni a Saluzzo). La residenza fu poi utilizzata da Margherita di Foix, vedova di Ludovico II, nella prima metà del ‘500. La cappella Marchionale è completamente affrescata tra il 1480 e il 1512 da Hans Clemer e bottega. Oggi è visitabile, fa parte della sede del Comune di Revello.
Nel percorso ad anello potrete visitare molte altre realtà come il museo naturalistico del Fiume Po di Revello e il piccolo borgo di Castellar
Castellar
Partendo dalla stazione di Saluzzo è possibile raggiungere Castellar un piccolo borgo che vi accoglierà con il suo nobile castello. Per vederlo dovete raggiungere la cima della sua collina. Pedalando attraverserete un vero museo all'aria aperta...museo di reperti storici? di sculture? No, un museo di spaventapasseri! Vi assicuriamo che sono uno più bello dell'altro. Se capitate a Castellar nelle prime due domeniche di maggio potrete partecipare alla festa delle 'sentinelle dei campi' organizzata dall'Associazione Culturale Spaventapasseri.
Sulla mappa troverete tutti i punti di interesse geolocalizzati sul vostro percorso, buona gita cicloturistica!
Servizio di consegna e-bike presso la stazione di Saluzzo
Questo percorso è una proposta che vi facciamo per scoprire la Valle Po e i comuni del territorio saluzzese senz'auto.
È infatti possibile richiedere la consegna delle bici in stazione.
Come fare? Bisogna scegliere Monviso come destinazione, poi fare click su Noleggia ora. Qui inizia la tua richiesta di e-bike ed è qui che puoi scegliere la stazione come punto di ritiro.
La consegna ha un costo aggiuntivo che può dipendere dal numero di bici richieste.
È consigliabile fare questa richiesta con qualche giorno di anticipo (1-2) in modo tale da dare al noleggiatore il tempo per organizzare la consegna e gli altri eventuali noleggi.
in paesana, at pian del re, at pian della regina, in ostana, in sanfront, in revello, in saluzzo, in staffarda, in bagnolo, in barge, in crissolo, at pian mune, in valle bronda, in brondello, in castellar, in rifreddo
This ebike route runs between ancient hamlets and breathtaking mountain landscapes at the foot of the 'King of Stone', Monviso.
This itinerary is divided into two loops that can be cycled together or separately.
The first is simpler and climbs the slope towards Pian Munè, passing through the hamlets of Croesio, Borghini, Salis and Rocciaia, along secondary dirt roads and then descending to Paesana along the tarmac road.
The second loop, recommended for experienced cyclists, starts from Pian Munè and reaches Mount Turnour at an altitude of 1,554 metres. It then descends along well-maintained but challenging mountain dirt roads to the villages of Serre and Oncino and from there, via the provincial road, to Paesana.
In this itinerary, thanks to the aid of e-bikes, you can reach one of the most beautiful panoramic balconies towards the plains of Turin and Cuneo, Pian Munè. It is the ideal place for a quiet break away from the worries of the city after a pleasant ride that nonetheless has quite a bit of elevation gain. From there, our advice is to take the easy dirt road to Monte Turnour and continue a few hundred metres until Monviso appears in all its majesty, with its 3841 metres of altitude.
The descent from Pian Munè towards the hamlets of Serre and Oncino passes from the high-altitude meadows full of flowers in spring to the beech and chestnut woods surrounding the two hamlets.
in paesana, at pian del re, at pian della regina, in ostana, in sanfront, in revello, in saluzzo, in staffarda, in bagnolo, in barge, in crissolo, at pian mune, in valle bronda, in brondello, in castellar, in rifreddo
Questo percorso permette di raggiungere la Borgata-museo di Balma Boves da Paesana, attraverso il percorso ciclabile misto asfalto/sterrato che si sviluppa in buona parte lungo la nuova pista ciclabile che collega Paesana a Sanfront.
Balma Boves è un caratteristico borgo costruito sotto un’enorme sporgenza rocciosa.
Il sito, oggi ristrutturato e trasformato in ecomuseo, ci svela il segreto degli antichi abitanti di questo villaggio: lo stretto contatto con la natura, l’autosufficienza, la cura ed il saggio sfruttamento delle risorse naturali come l’acqua, la pietra, i frutti della terra. Ancora oggi infatti, gli attrezzi, le abitazioni, le stalle, i fienili, gli essiccatoi per le castagne, le fontane e l’antico forno, ci raccontano di un tempo in cui questi luoghi furono testimoni della cosiddetta “civiltà del castagno”.
Qui sul Mombracco il legame fra montagna e uomo, antico di millenni, è testimoniato anche dalla presenza di numerosi siti di incisioni rupestri, uno dei quali si trova proprio nei pressi di Balma Boves. Si tratta di Rocca la Casna, piatta sporgenza rocciosa in posizione panoramica, sulla quale si troviamo incise coppelle e figure antropomorfe.
Fonte: balmaboves.it
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