Tipi Percorsi
Departure from the rental point in the castle of Petriolo, which definitely deserves a walk between the alleys, the churches and the cloths on the hills (on all that from St. Martin's Square).
It is set out from the castle, passing under the Torrione (Porta Rondella or Lu Torriò as it is said from these parts) dating back to the early 1500, to continue along a downhill road and arrive towards the scenic and intranquil Via delle Grazie, where you can stop to admire the view over the hills.
It is then continued along the paved road that leads all 'Fiastra abbey, to then make an intimate and panoramic detour along a tract of gravel road and a short dirt stretch.
At this point you go down, again in the paved and untransitioned road, towards the Urbisaglia Archaeological Park (which we recommend you to contact in advance for the visit). If you decide to support here, you will also be able to charge (but you will not need it).
The next stop is l 'Abbey of Chiaravalle di Fiastra, which is reached by the easy dirt trail that is costing the Fiastra River. Here, too, it is possible to make a stop to rest and make a snack with the magnificent products of local farmers or in the bars and restaurants present in the 'area. I inform you that in the antistante area l 'Abbey and in the antistanti meadows it is not possible l 'access to the bikes, which you can take to your hand in the forbidden zone.
We are now embarking on the return to the Petriolo borough, following first a zig zag path near the woods and then returning to tarmac.
At this point you can decide to continue along the trace, which proposes a detour (with possibility of soak in the cellar), or continue along the same stretch of road made all 'gone.
The tour is about 28 kilometers long, or a pair less without the last deviation.
ROAD TYPES
Singletrack : 1.00 km
Path : 8.44 km
Road : 478 m
Strada : 16.9 km
Out of network (unknown) : 1.10 km
SURFACES
Unpaved : 8.87 km
Paved : 336 m
Paved : 5.62 km
Asfalto : 5.62 km
Unknown : 13
Marca Maceratese, nella Marca Maceratese, a Macerata, a Petriolo
ATTENTION SAYS FOR EXPERT BIKERS !!! The path part of the 'inhabited of the Brengon fraction and descends following the directions in front of the 'Hotel Tantané for the Messelod fraction. Past the parking lot of the Clou fraction take the trail to the left, overlooking the playground helped by going down in front of you along the paved road fairly steep, coming down the road to continue on the trail in a fraction direction Herin. Once they arrive at the fraction (to visit) brings along the asphalt road to Antey St. André. A quick spin in the sports area and then away to the Cerian fraction. From this fraction begins the climb to arrive to Torgnon by going through a series of fractions, Villettaz, Navillod, Gombaz, Nozon, Mazod, Ronc and Septumian meals you to discover the special urban mountain structure with fantastic houses and farts. Once they have arrived in the area of Torgnon rediscovery facilities, says Chantorné, take the dirt road to the left before the parking lot, reach the artifical pond of the 'Alpe Gorza and on the right after the lake continue in the direction Lago of Cignana. Ounces they reach the Lake of Cignana, crossing the Loditor pond and making a mandatory stop at Gilliarey's shrine, cross the dam 's containment wall. Taking to the left and heading to the fantastic skullcap on board lake, it brings a small visit because the view is fantastic. Rise by continuing on the dirt road until reaching the stall at the top, at this point you will take to the left behind the stall and draw on the pastures to go and intercept the path that leads to the window of Cignana. To reach the window you have to push the bike for about 200m. Great the climb has been completed !!! Now comes the most technical part. The first trait is not pedalable so you have to accompany the bicycle by hand following the path no. 7 Crepin stacks on the right of the main path at about 250m from the window of Cignana. Go down by paying a lot of ATTENTION because the path is tight and steep. After about 15. that is about 800m you will find a dirt road, turn left on the bike and prepare for a long descent until you reach the Crepin fraction at Valtournenche. Follow well the map of the 'application. Once you have arrived at Crepin continue on the paved road to reach the centre of Valournenche, cross the fractions and descend until the departure of the Chamois funiway. Scrupulously follow the map on your phone. Take the funeral by reminding you that it works until at 22.00. Once you have arrived in Chamois you can stop to drink something by now. Continue in the direction La Magdeleine to reach, by going through a beautiful pineta, the point of arrival. Congrats you are extreme bikers! !!!
in Valle d'Aosta, in Chatillon, in Fenis, in Ayas, In Cervino valley, to Champlong lakes, in Chamois, to Lod lake, to Zerbon mount
1° giorno
Ritrovo dei partecipanti ad Acqui, incontro con i referenti, sistemazione in hotel e presentazione del tour.
Per chi arriva in treno a Torino o Alessandria si potrà organizzare un transfer.
Partenza per una passeggiata alla scoperta dei tesori di Acqui iniziando dalla Cattedrale di Maria Assunta e da “La Bollente”. I Romani furono i primi a sfruttare il Bormida con la creazione delle famose terme giunte fino a noi. Arrivarono poi i Gonzaga ed infine i Savoia. Tra le strette vie scopriamo palazzi e resti a testimonianza della millenaria storia di Acqui.
Cena libera in trattoria dove possiamo assaggiare le specialità monferrine.
Rientro e pernottamento in hotel.
2° giorno
Dopo colazione possiamo prendere le nostre E-Bike, ora siamo pronti per questa cavalcata tra vigne degustazioni e panchine giganti.
Pedaliamo in direzione Castel Rocchero tra spettacolari geometrie di filari. E’ la terra della Barbera, del Moscato, del Brachetto. Castel Rocchero è nato come presidio militare posto a guardia della via che da Acqui conduce a Santo Stefano Belbo. Proseguiamo per Fontanile dove troviamo bellissimi affreschi, sostiamo per il pranzo, libero, per ammirare lo splendido panorama prima di partire in direzione Alice Bel Colle dove saliamo sulla torre. Da qui si gode di una vista a 360° sul Monferrato e le Langhe.
Al termine del nostro giro ci attende una degustazione dii vini del territorio accompagnati da assaggi di specialità locali il tutto allietato da racconti su Acqui.
Ritorno in albergo per riposarci in attesa della cena (libera).
3° giorno
Dopo la colazione in albergo, ci rechiamo in E-bike all’acquedotto romano, siamo davanti alla storia, impressione la mole e l’ingegno nel realizzarlo. Percorriamo la ciclabile lungo il Bormida e torniamo in hotel.
Dopo il pranzo, libero, è arrivato il momento di un dolce saluto.
Ci porteremo nel cuore i colori e le emozioni di questo spicchio di Monferrato.
Il tracciato facile interamente in pianura corre lungo il Bormida e il centro cittadino per circa una decina di chilometri.
Fine del viaggio.
Note di viaggio
Il presente programma può essere soggetto a variazioni, sia prima che in corso di viaggio, in base al clima, le festività, alle esigenze dei viaggiatori e delle persone che ospitano il gruppo di viaggiatori. I programmi, i trasporti e le sistemazioni nelle strutture ricettive potranno essere modificati in base alle norme nazionali e regionali per la prevenzione da contagio Covid-19. Si prega di comunicare tempestivamente eventuali intolleranze, allergie ed altre esigenze alimentari.
Sono necessari: pantaloncini ciclista o similari con fondello per un maggior comfort, mantellina antipioggia e materiale per riparare eventuali forature ( camera d’aria, pompe…), guanti e occhiali da sole. Casco obbligatorio.
in Monferrato, in Campo ligure, to Lerma Castle, to Lavagnina's lakes, in Capanne's natural parc
Vivi an 'Experience immersed in nature, between breathtaking woods, unique natural springs and unique landscapes of the Pollino National Park.
L 'The whole area of the Caramola trail runs along the N-E side of the mount and is formed by a long set of bush tops with a few small "windows" from the breathtaking panorama.
We cross the Rubbio-oriented reserve, " passing through some ferries called Lake D 'Erba and Lake del Pesce.
The tour passes from locations La Caserma, tourist shelter, and goes through the Rubbio Reserve, a spectacular wood-rich beech woods, edere, red lilies, wild orchids.
Perrunning the Reserve, across the dirt road, you reach a location Three Confins rushing as a panoramic point towards l 'The entire mountain range of the Pollino and from which you will be snooping more, like the one for the top of Mount Caramola from which you can scroll through the Mount Cotugno.
From here, our Tour, vira to source Catusa, spectacular fountain inchained between majestic and breathtaking foes, magarts even making a small detour off course towards Acquatremola, an 'other source from the strong tourist interest.
From the Sorgent Catusa you descend to the road that connects Francavilla on Sinni to San Constantine, passing through other panoramic points and belittling immersed in nature, especially in the presence of the majestic Pietra Sasso, top of the unique shape, to close down so our path immersed between nature.
This splendid e-bike route through the prestigious vineyards of Monferrato will allow you to discover, without too much effort, the most beautiful villages and landscapes in the area.
It is a circular route that starts and ends from the prestigious Hotel La Villa di Casalotto and will allow you to admire the splendid landscapes of the Barbera, Moscato and Brachetto vineyards.
What to see in Fontanile
Starting from the renowned structure "La Villa", you will immediately face a steep descent and a subsequent climb that will allow you to reach the village of Fontanile, a town famous for its wines, the Murales, but above all for its mammoth Church of San Giovanni Battista , whose dome, designed by the architect engineer Francesco Gualandi, stands out in the center of the village dominating the surrounding landscape.
Do not miss a visit to this characteristic monument whose dome is the highest in the province of Asti!
From here you can continue in the direction of Mombaruzzo enjoying a break at the Giant Bench of Fontanile, located in a splendid panoramic position.
Alice Bel Colle and its Belvedere
After the Big Bench the descent continues until you reach Mombaruzzo Station.
From here, the track will continue in the direction of Castelletto Molina.
A long but slightly uphill panoramic road will allow you to reach the splendid village of Alice Bel Colle, one of the highest municipalities in the province of Asti with its 420 meters above sea level.
Alice Bel Colle is a town of less than 800 inhabitants, mostly perched on top of a hill. Going up the steps in Piazza Guacchione it is possible to reach a panoramic viewpoint with a 360° view of the Monferrato hills: an incredible view, from Turin to Milan, from the Alps to the Ligurian Apennines. Indescribable in words.
After the obligatory stop at the viewpoint, it will be possible to continue the ride until you reach the town of Ricaldone.
What to see in Ricaldone
Once in Ricaldone it is impossible not to stop again on the belvedere at the entrance to the town to enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards.
For music lovers, a visit to the museum dedicated to the singer Luigi Tenco is not to be missed: located in the building of the former Municipal Kindergarten, the museum is called the "Luigi Tenco Permanent Documentation Center" and is dedicated to the singer-songwriter and his compositions and songs as well as to his life.
The singer is buried in the cemetery, who died tragically in the night between 26 and 27 January 1967 during the Sanremo Festival.
Continuing the Tour you will arrive at the village of Maranzana.
Maranzana and the way back
Once in Maranzana, you cannot fail to notice a dense group of "babaci".
The latter, called in local jargon, are nothing more than fabric puppets made by the local inhabitants to repopulate the streets of the village which were emptying.
Thanks to this recent discovery, Maranzana receives many visits from national and international tourists every year.
It is also possible to organize a tasting at the local Cantina Sociale La Maranzana, to taste the typical products of the area.
Continuing along the track, you will reach the town of Mombaruzzo Stazione again and then face a last climb that will allow you to reach the "crest" of the hill.
The last part of the ride will be flat until you get back to Casalotto, but not before having evaluated a visit/tasting to the prestigious Berta Distilleries located along the way.
in Monferrato, in Campo ligure, to Lerma Castle, to Lavagnina's lakes, in Capanne's natural parc
A new way to see the city of Turin ... often painted like a gray and industrial city, it will surprise you by showing its green and naturalistic side! You can observe the local flora and fauna by encountering squirrels and birds that chirp.
Path suitable for everyone and families with children.
From Movegreen, where you can rent e-bikes, the route runs along the cycle path that runs along the bank of the river Po. Along the way, there will be urban asphalt sections and dirt tracks, but it remains an easy and suitable route all.
From the shop you will proceed to the tree-lined avenue of Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, then turn right into the Parco del Valentino where you can admire the Valentino castle and the medieval village.
After this first km the route will wind along the banks of the river Po: after the park, you will cross the Isabella bridge and you will go on the opposite bank of the river, where we will find the bike path on the left side of the road.
Along the way, you can see the Cappuccini mountain and the churches of the Gran Madre di Dio and the Madonna del Pilone. Upon reaching the bridge of the Sassi fraction of Turin, the return journey along the Po Antonelli will begin.
A possible detour into the city center of about 3 km to observe the main squares, historic sites, and shopping streets.
in Turin
In questo percorso,oltre a pedalare immersi nella natura incontaminata delle nostre Valli potrai godere dei panorami delle Big Bench di Mongiardino Ligure e di Vobbia.Durante questo tour attraverserai 2 pachi regionali, in Liguria Il Parco Dell' Antola e in Piemonte, il Parco dell' Alta Val Borbera.
in Val Borbera, in Arquata Scrivia, in Gavi, to Borghetto Borbera
This route starts from the Bike Square rental point in Cabella Ligure. From here you continue along the 140 state road to Albera Ligure and on to San Nazzaro wheve you locality turn left towards Rocchetta Ligure where Valley Sisola begins. The seventeenth-century Palazzo Spinola, home to the Museum of Resistance and social life, is worth a visit. Continuing on the S.P. 145 you can see several water mills. The first, on the side of the road in the lower Pagliaro area, is well underway and functioning. Continuing on you arrive at the hamlet of Sisola where the landscape is characterized by the presence of vineyards of Timorasso, a white native grape grown only in these valleys weighing to the particularity of the soil and its sunny climate. Continuing on the S.P. 145 you can see, on the right the Pravaglione mill, after which the road begins to climb more steeply until you reach Costa Salata which clearly evokes its past as a commercial route between Liguria and Piedmont. From here a long descent begins where the Valley Sisola ends and the Valley Vobbia begins and from Piedmont it passes into Liguria. Following the S.P. 8 you became at the village of Vobbia. From here continue to the right where to narrow gorge begins, along a road map by the lush woods of the Antola park, until you reach the entrance of the Castello della Pietra, carved between two spurs of rock. The castle, dating back to the 1100s, is a cultural center of safeguarding landscape value, showing a perfect fit between nature and history. You can park the bikes and walk along the path that in about 20 leads to the castle where you can take a guided tour on the days and at the set times. Finally we return to Cabella L. following the same road used in the first leg.
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in Val Borbera, in Arquata Scrivia, in Gavi, to Borghetto Borbera
Pedalare tra le colline della Langa del Barbaresco su un'e-bike è un'avventura emozionante che si può vivere anche in mezza giornata. Partendo dal punto di noleggio BikeSquare a San Rocco Seno d'Elvio, questo percorso vi immerge nel cuore di un territorio unico al mondo, patrimonio UNESCO. Mentre avanzate dolcemente, i rinomati vigneti di Nebbiolo si estendono a perdita d'occhio, offrendo viste mozzafiato ad ogni svolta. L'aria fresca, intrisa di profumi di uva e terra, vi avvolge, risvegliando i sensi e nutrendo lo spirito. Ogni borgo che incontrerete lungo il cammino narra storie di antiche tradizioni vinicole e di un paesaggio plasmato dalla passione e dal lavoro umano.
Barbaresco
Barbaresco, cuore pulsante della denominazione omonima, vi accoglie con la sua imponente torre medievale. Salite in cima per godere di una vista spettacolare sui vigneti circostanti, che si estendono fino all'orizzonte. Non perdete l'occasione di visitare l'Enoteca Regionale del Barbaresco, dove potrete degustare e acquistare i migliori vini della zona. Passeggiate per le strette vie del borgo, ammirando le antiche case in pietra e respirando l'atmosfera autentica di questo gioiello enologico.
Neive
Neive, annoverato tra i Borghi più Belli d'Italia, vi stupirà con il suo fascino medievale perfettamente conservato. Perdetevi tra i vicoli acciottolati del centro storico, ammirando i palazzi nobiliari e le chiese antiche. Fate una sosta in Piazza Italia, cuore pulsante del paese, e visitate la Torre dell'Orologio per una vista panoramica mozzafiato. Neive è anche famosa per la produzione del Barbaresco: non mancate di visitare una delle storiche cantine del borgo per una degustazione.
Treiso
Treiso, arroccato su una collina, offre alcuni dei panorami più suggestivi della Langa. Fate una sosta alla chiesa parrocchiale di San Lorenzo, esempio di architettura barocca piemontese. Da qui, potrete ammirare una vista che spazia dalle colline del Barbaresco fino alle Alpi in lontananza. Non mancate di visitare il "Rocche dei Sette Fratelli", un belvedere naturale che regala scorci mozzafiato sulla valle sottostante e sui vigneti che la circondano.
L'esperienza
Questo itinerario circolare di 27 km, con partenza e arrivo a San Rocco Seno d'Elvio, è un'esperienza alla portata di tutti grazie alle e-bike che facilitano anche i tratti più impegnativi. Il percorso autoguidato, supportato dall'app BikeSquare, vi consente di esplorare in autonomia, con la libertà di fermarvi quando e dove desiderate. Pedalando attraverso alcuni dei paesaggi più incantevoli delle Langhe, patrimonio UNESCO, vi immergerete nella bellezza naturale e nella ricchezza culturale di questa regione unica. Questo viaggio combina il piacere del cicloturismo con la scoperta di un territorio straordinario, offrendo un'esperienza indimenticabile in cui ogni pedalata è un'opportunità per connettersi con la storia, la natura e le tradizioni delle Langhe del Barbaresco. Che siate appassionati di vino, amanti della natura o semplicemente in cerca di un'avventura fuori dal comune, questo tour in e-bike vi regalerà ricordi indelebili e il desiderio di tornare presto in queste terre magiche.
in Novello, in Barolo, in La Morra, in Verduno, in the Langhe, in Roero, in Barbaresco, in Neive, in Monforte, in Diano, in Castiglion Falletto, in Alba, in Bra
in Chianti, in Greve in Chianti, in Cavriglia, in Radda in Chianti, in Gaiole in Chianti, in Castellina in Chianti, Eroica, Tuscany in ebike
Archeobike is an itinerary by ebike that combines history and archaeology with the natural landscapes of the National Park and the local flavors.
We depart from the beautiful Romanesque Church of Sorano, in Filattiera, crucial landmark along the pilgrimage route Via Francigena but also for the archaeology of the area.
In fact here several stele statues have been found, stone monoliths sculpted as male and female figure by the Liguri Apuani, prehistoric people who inhabited Lunigiana before the Romans. Also box tombs dating to the iron age and findings of a Roman mansio have been found in this same area.
From here we will cycle secondary roads across the quiet Val di Caprio reaching a secondary archaeologic site at the foot of the Apennines, where mysterious stone engravings by the Liguri Apuani are hidden in the wood.
It’s time to try some off-road also for those who have no previous experience, we will cycle along a short gravalled path before getting back on asphalted roads as far as the Apennine prairies Prati di Logarghena.
Tasting-lunch at with local products at Agriturismo Podere Conti , before cycling back to Filattiera.
Meeting: 09.30 Tourist Information Office next to the Sorano Romanesque Church, Filattiera. Tour ends approx. 16.30.
Duration: full day
Difficulty: STRENOUS. Lenght: 35 Km. Minimum altitude 150m asl / Maximum altitude 950m asl. It is required a good confidence with bicycle and gears and good health condition.
in 5 terre, in Tosco-Emiliano natural parc, in Argentario, to Santo Stefano's pieve, to Codimonte's pieve, in Villafranca, in Lunigiana
A path that will make you discover the Marina di Schiavonea and the historic center of Corigliano Calabro.
The village of Corigliano Calabro is waiting for you and you'll can discover it in the simplest way: with an ebike!
In Marina di Schiavonea you will pass by Palazzo delle Fiere with the Torre del Cupo and the Sanctuary of the Black Madonna.
From the beaches you can move in the countryside and "climb" the hills of citrus and centuries-old olive groves.
Here you are in Corigliano Calabro, you can stop and relax maybe taking a picture of the sea from the Piana di Sibari.
in Sibari, in Corigliano Calabro, in Schiavonea, at Piana di Sibari
E-bike Tour
The e-bike tour is ideal for a full-day excursion, discovering Roero and its wooded landscapes. The e-bike tour is not technical in nature, making it suitable for anyone who wants to spend a day immersed in wild nature while discovering typical Piedmontese products and folklore, searching for traces of the Masche.
The Masche
This e-bike route is designed to evoke ancient atmospheres and visit places where you can relive the mysterious atmospheres of ancient legends of Masche, the Piedmontese witches. The Masche are indeed witches but they aren't always malevolent or evil entities. Piedmontese Masche are mischievous, capricious - be careful not to make them angry, as they become vindictive. Unlike regular witches, Masche can also be good; they are healers, capable of curing people and animals, and can even save lives in danger.
Even today, sayings and expressions about them are still used, the most famous being "There are Masche around," typically used when something disappears, objects fall inexplicably, or strange noises are heard in the attic or between the beams and roofs of ancient houses. With an adventurous spirit, hop on the electric bike in search of the Masche!
Departure from Bra Train Station
The bike itinerary ideally starts from Bra; arriving at Bra railway station is convenient, where you can pick up your pre-booked e-bike and start your day tour. Bra is the birthplace of Slow Food and is famous for its cheese. The Cheese festival brings together enthusiasts and producers from around the world. Year-round, you can taste the famous "Bra Duro" and "Bra Tenero" cheeses accompanied by Bra sausage, another culinary excellence of the city. During the warm season, you can stop at a deli to buy Bra cheese and sausage, prepare a good sandwich, and enjoy a break from cycling by stopping along the way for a picnic.
Pocapaglia and the Masca Micillina
On the e-bike, you reach Pocapaglia, home of Masca Micillina, one of the most famous, if not the most famous, Masca of Piedmont. Pocapaglia is the heart of Roero, its countryside dominated by the "Rocche," harsh hills of sand and clay that, together with the immense wooded lands, make the panorama unique, creating a fantasy fairy-tale landscape. Could these natural elements have created the right atmosphere for the legend? If you've visited the Barbaresco Langa, you've surely seen the Rocche of the Seven Brothers and Lady of Langa, also "Rocche" but completely different. The trail followed by e-bike continues through woods and cultivated fields; among rustling leaves and singing wind, you might (perhaps) hear the voice of Masca Micillina.
Masca Micillina (Michelina) was born in Barolo and married a farmer from Pocapaglia. The poor woman had a frightening appearance: she was small, with a wrinkled face, almost bald, even toothless, and when she walked, she had a slow and crippled gait - in short, the classic witch appearance.
It wasn't her appearance that earned her the "title of Masca," but rather a series of discomforts and strange events she caused to the village inhabitants. One day a young man crossed her path, fell, and while running away in fear, noticed he had one foot facing forward and one backward; another time, Micillina touched a girl's back, and the next day she started developing a hump, and there were more such incidents...
To these strange events was added Micillina's ability to avoid being found by anyone, not even her husband, who spread the word that he had married a Masca.
Micillina was condemned to burn at the stake, and the sad sentence was carried out in Pocapaglia on the hill now called Bric d'la Masca, where some dark spots can still be seen today (many believe it's blood, but it's actually oxidized iron). This is an excellent panoramic point to stop and admire the landscape, listen to the sound of the wind, and who knows, maybe hear Micillina's voice!
Sommariva Perno
Continuing pedaling on the e-bike, you encounter woods and steep cliffs near the Rocche, alternating with fields and cultivated areas; surely the harsh and wild landscape gave the right popular inspiration to the birth of Masche legends. The landscape changes completely near Sommariva Perno, where the countryside is populated with vineyards and numerous orchards, and how can we not mention the famous and sweet strawberries of Sommariva Perno. During strawberry season, a stop at local producers for a delicious snack is highly recommended. The bike ride continues towards the villages of Baldissero d'Alba, Monteu Roero, and Ceresole d'Alba.
Sommariva Del Bosco
The final stop of the self-guided e-bike tour is Sommariva del Bosco or Sommariva Bosco, the border gate of Roero. Sommariva Bosco hosts the important fair "Amè l'Amel" (Love Honey), during which you can find local and non-local producers specialized in beekeeping offering the chance to taste many different kinds of honey. If the bike ride doesn't coincide with the fair, it's possible and recommended to stop at local producers and taste the excellent honey of Sommariva Del Bosco directly on-site. On the bike, you return to Bra, the beginning and end of the electric bike tour.
in Novello, in Barolo, in La Morra, in Verduno, in the Langhe, in Roero, in Barbaresco, in Neive, in Monforte, in Diano, in Castiglion Falletto, in Alba, in Bra
**Update on 22nd September 2020**
The following text and the linked "hikes" routes are part of the Gallo Nero Bike Day event on last 20th September 2020. Together with the organising body we decided to let the routes be available all year round, hoping that more and more people decide to cycle on our roads. If you want to visit wineries, restaurants and businesses who joined the event, please call in advance because special menus and prices and opening times may vary without notification.
The two routes, the Granfondo (135 km, elevation difference 2621 m) and the Mediofondo (83 km, elevation difference 1526 m), offer breathtaking views of our countryside, the ultimate iconic Italian landscape. Starting in Radda in Chianti, where cyclists can admire the old city walls, and ending in Greve in Chianti, the birthplace of explorer and navigator Giovanni da Verrazzano, the route breezes by vineyards in the sunny Golden Basin of Panzano in Chianti, cuts through San Casciano and then dips down towards Castellina in Chianti, chosen by Michelangelo Buonarroti as his personal retreat. The long route meanders through the southernmost part of the territory, among lush vineyards and breathtaking hills, like the ones of San Regolo and Castagnoli. Both routes descend and rise several times, but don’t include highly technical incline climbs, allowing participants to enjoy the amazing landscape in its most glorious moment – the end of summer.
in Chianti, in Greve in Chianti, in Cavriglia, in Radda in Chianti, in Gaiole in Chianti, in Castellina in Chianti, Eroica, Tuscany in ebike
It is part of the Bike Square rental point of Arquata Scrivia and percurring the central route that crosses the historic center is reached by the bridge over the creek Scrivia in the direction of Grondona. The route is entirely on paved road of low traffic. The verdeggiante Valle del torrente Spinti is crossed and the characteristic centre of Grondona, rich in historical testimonies, is reached. The borough recalls the medieval ones of the 'Interior Genovese, with buildings constructed in local stone. Among the atraters to be seen, the Church of the 'Annunziata and the Church of S. Maria dell 'Assunta, both Romanesque, the superstite cinquecenture tower of the Castle Doria and l 'ancient stone bridge. From Grondona you start climbing and the path becomes panoramic until you reach the resorts of Sasso and Lemmi, quest ' last a small altipiano rich in meadows and pastures. From here you begin the long descent into the woods of latileaves from the thousand colors and perfumes, until you arrive at Castel de Ratti and from here through a ponticello on Borbera you reach Borghetto Borbera where you will be able to visit its historical centre and its own shops. Finished the visit crosses the bridge and sweaty the resort of Torre Ratti a street is beginning to be immersed in verdeggish fields that cost the towering Borbera to the pleasant historical centre of Vignole Borbera. The road to Arquata is finally refolding on a secondary path rich in salidescent in a verdefied rural context that traces back to the location of Varinella, to the bridge over the torrent Scrivia and then to the centre of Arquata S.
in Val Borbera, in Arquata Scrivia, in Gavi, to Borghetto Borbera
Ebike route from Premosello-Chiovenda to Vogogna
This tour starts from the BikeSquare-Borgotenso rental point and heads towards Vogogna.
You will leave the village of Premosello to reach the Ciclovia del Toce and then cycle to the center of Vogogna. It is an easy route suitable for everyone.
The Ciclovia del Toce
The Ciclovia del Toce is a cycling path that winds along the Toce River. The cycle path is about 50 kilometers long and allows you to travel from Domodossola to the area of Lake Mergozzo and Lake Maggiore. It is an easy itinerary, suitable for both experienced cyclists and beginners, including children. It enables you to ride immersed in nature, passing through woods and clearings. A section of the cycle path is known as 'cycling through the woods.'
Following the river, the cycle path offers beautiful views of the watercourse: it's nice to cool off on very hot days.
The riverbanks are rich in typical vegetation of the area, and there are also sections where flowers typical of the Lake Maggiore region are cultivated.
Vogogna and Its Castle
Vogogna is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy with a medieval history waiting to be discovered. The town is still surrounded by ancient fortifications. The village was once located on the old Simplon road, which historically connected the Domodossola area with Brig in Switzerland. The symbol of the village and Val d'Ossola is the Visconti Castle. The castle is located to the north of the village and is built against a rocky spur. What can be seen today was part of a larger defensive system that also served as a lookout point over Val d'Ossola.
a Verbania, sui Laghi, sul Lago Maggiore, nella Val d'Ossola, Premosello-Chiovenda, Vogogna, Macugnaga, sul Toce, Lago di Mergozzo
This ebike tour in South Sardinia will allow you to discover the secrets of the ancient mining routes of the Arburese and the Costa Verde. The path starts from Montevecchio, crosses the ancient mining village of Ingurtosu and reaches the beach of Piscinas. From here, the route continues along the coast and crosses the touristic villages of Portu Maga and Gutturu e' Flumini to then trace back to the mountains.
What to see in Ingurtosu
Ingurtosu is an ancient abandoned mining settlement that was inhabitated by the miners during the last century. Today it presents itself as a ghost village immersed in a suggestive and out of time atmosphere. Following the Provincial Road 66 in the direction of the village Pitzinurri, carrying out a small detour from the original path, you could admire the Palazzo della Direzione della Miniera di Ingurtosu (Palace of the Directorate of the Mine of Ingurtosu) and its iconic arch that embraces the road; the Church of Santa Barbara, from which you could take amazing panoramic photos to the sea; the Ex Ospedale (Former Hospital) of Ingurtosu. Going back, you can admire the ancient houses of the miners. Once you are out of the town you will find the ancient Pozzo Gal (Shaft Gal, within which a multimedia museum is present) and, at the base of the valley, the majestic Laveria Brassey of Naracauli (Brassery Washery of Naracauli).
What to see in Piscinas
Piscinas is probably the most famous and iconic beach of the Southwest of Sardinia and the Costa Verde. Here you will find one of the most impressive dunal complexes in Europe that reaches 100m in height : the Dune of Piscinas. The landscape will leave you breathless and you will seem to have been catapulted into the Sahara desert. We recommend you a walk on the dunes but we remind you that it is absolutely forbidden to transit on the same with means of transport. On the dunes you can also admire the typical Mediterranean vegetation and the characteristic ginepro coccolone (cuddly juniper), which will show you bent because of the strong of the wind of the Maestrale that frequently spins the area. With luck, you could also encounter some exemplary of Sardinian deer. At the centre of the beach you will finally find an ancient mining structure converted into a hotel and some seaside establishments where you could cool down and admire the sea.
What to see in Portu Maga and Gutturu e ' Flumini
The path continues along the Costa Verde and crosses the two villages of Portu Maga and Gutturu e' Flumini. Along the road you can admire numerous beaches and calettes with crystal clear water such as Su Pistoccu (rock seabed), Campu e ' Sali (thick sand grains and rock seabed) and the beach of Gutturu e' Flumini (finest and sandy seabed). The last one is also bounded by a very ancient limestone wall (Punta Calada Bianca) which prides itself on spectacular panoramic photos.
During the last part of your path, on the way to Montevecchio, you will see the Monte Arcuentu (Mount Arcuentu, it is said that its shape reminisces the profile of Napoleon Bonaparte). This is actually an ancient volcano whose top which is reachable in about one hour and a half of walk. For the most willing, we recommend its climb (of medium-low difficulty in the first trait, challenging in the final part. It is about 500m of altitude difference) that will be repaid from a breathtaking panorama: from its top you will see the area from the Costa Verde, the bay of Oristano and part of the centre of Sardinia.
in Sardegna, nella Sardegna meridionale, a Villacidro, nel Medio Campidano, nel Sud Sardegna
Are you in Turin for EuroVision Song Festival?
This is the perfect tour for discovering the city by ebike.
You'll pedal around the city center feeling the vibes for the event of the year.
The tour offers you a nice ride along the Po river where you can observe the city, its life and its monuments.
in Turin
VETRALLA / TARQUINIA
The fourteenth track of the GTL is still immersed in the Etruscan lands, and the hills of Tuscia are the masters in this inexorable descent towards the sea. This inexorable descent, however, hides many small ups and downs that make this stage a little more lively, until it reaches an accumulated difference in altitude of about 600 meters. From Vetralla we exit avoiding the busiest roads, to take the provincial road towards Tuscania: the trend is slightly downhill, the panorama that of the typical countryside of central Italy. Farms, rustic villas and rows of trees frame this first stretch of road without any particular crossings, except for a few herds of grazing cows.The somewhat monotonous wait, however, is rewarded halfway along the route, when we enter the beautiful village of Tuscania: with its medieval walls and churches in Romanesque and Gothic style, closed between the Marta and Capecchio rivers, it is leaning against a tuffaceous block like many villages in the area, and while flaunting a timeless dimension it has known various historical eras: from the Etruscan settlements from which it takes its name (Tuscum) to the Roman ones, up to the Middle Ages of the Aldobrandeschi fiefdoms and the era of the Communes.After Tuscania, the trend becomes a bit fluctuating, although it retains a negative difference in height towards sea level: a nice stop along the way is also the Abbey of San Giusto However, we have to reach Tarquinia, which is leaning against gentle hills that partially block the Tyrrhenian wind: to do so we avoid the most direct road, which is a two-lane provincial road, deviating onto secondary roads in the direction of San Giuliano and then falling back before Montalto di Castro. The destination of GTL14 is universally recognized as the capital of the lands of Etruria, one of the largest necropolises and one of the most important Etruscan museums in the world
a Empoli, in Val d'Arno
This route develops into the territory in the Valdastico along narrow white and paved roads and allows you to pedal for about 34 kilometers with a 579-meter level off from Arserum to arrive until San Pietro Valdastico.
Start point
The starting point is in Arsero-Via dei Longhi where you start with a breakfast / merenda at the bar Campagna with coffee and brioche.
Arserum-Old Railway Station- Cartiera Rossi
From the starting point, the Old Railway Station is reached strongly by Alessandro Rossi, ledader of the Italian industrialists, who promoted and financed the construction to connect the manufacturing plant of Schio, Piovene Rocchette and Arserum.
The path continues in the direction Cartiera Rossi, founded in 1878 by Francesco Rossi, a major company in which over 1300 employees were employed, becoming in a few years the largest European cartiera of the era.
Contrà Pria-Valdastico
Profollowing our path comes to the Treatoria all 'Isola, typical trattoria where you can taste typical homemade dishes, then continue to Contrà Pria, also known as the "Caribbean of the Veneto", prestigious location immersed in nature, where the river forms some anse by creating small, ideal ponds for bathing.
It is still continuing to arrive at the Torrions of Pedescala, ancient guard towers placed in an 'altura between Contrà La Pria and Barcarola site in the territory of Cogollo in the Horographical Left of the Astico valley falls into this defense optics and is thought to be used as a signalling tower in the event of danger by being in visual correspondence with the castle of Velo. Some scholars argue that the foundations are of Roman invoice.
Profollowing the journey to the valley of the Valdastic, there is a fascinating "Il Gorgo", fascinating place with regoglish waterfalls, fostered upstream directly from the mountain, creates unique beauty landscapes, its sassi beach allows it to relax and freshen up in its waters.
This place is also associated with the ancient Italo-Austrian border.
From here it is pedal to the pizzeria Antica Valdastico, local rennomed for its gourmet pizza.
Anelli delle Anguane
After a short culinary break, you go back to the ferrata "
Anelli delle Anguane", recent ferrata composed of an intertwining of vertical ferred streets, equipped dines and ribbed paths that develop along about 300 mt. of a peak rocky bastion on the Val d' Astico. There are three vertical traits and a Tibetan bridge.
You are almost at the end of the 'ring' itinerary at the return ebike point.
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