| Weekday | Date | Origin | Destination | Daily Distance |
Total Distance |
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| 1 | Monday | 6/21 | Milano - arrival | Oggiono | |||||
| Route Notes |
From the airport there are buses that go to stazione centrale. Check train schedules for departures. | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Possible to also take a side trip to Como either by bike or by train. Good ferry hopping all over Lake Como and Lake Lecco | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Milano A.P.T.: In the stazione centrale, Tel: 02/669-0532 | ||||||||
| 2 | Tuesday | 6/22 | Oggiono | Bergamo | Daily 86 |
Total 86 |
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| Route Notes
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Follow the VALLASINA road north along the Lambro river - signs will point you towards the Madonna. From Canzo - Asso (3.1km) - Madonna(744m) (6.4km) - down the hill almost to Bellagio, then turn right (approx. 8km) toward Visgnola. Follow N. 583 along the lake until Lecco (20km). Follow N. 639 along east side of lake to Caloziocorte, then turn left (6.5km) and begin CLIMB on smaller road to avoid nasty traffic. Rejoin main road just before Brivio (12km), but do NOT cross bridge into city. Turn Left just before bridge towards Calusco; head south until Carvico (5km), turn L to climb towards Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII, Mapello, x train tracks and main road, N. 342, continue straight to Brembate di Sopra, x river, Valbrembo, Scano al Brembo - then up a small, winding back road (bikes allowed) into Bergamo Alta (25km). From the Citta Alta, follow road around city walls until signs for Alzano Lombardo, NE of city. Take N.671 - or side roads - to Alzano Lombardo (about 10km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites Bergamo: |
Before
you really get started on your italian giro, you must pay
hommage first to the Madonna di Ghisallo, the patron
saint of all cyclists. She will give you good luck on
your Italian tour. You’ll notice that you’re
not the first cyclists to make the journey; the chapel is
quite popular among the great racers. Bellagio (on the point of the lakes), Cycling along Lake Como. |
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| Other Information |
There is a lot of traffic along the stretch south of Lecco. The climbing route avoids this, but if it isn’t a problem, it’s shorter to stay on the main road to Brivio. Bergamo A.P.T.: 035/242226 | ||||||||
| 3 | Wednesday | 6/23 | Bergamo | Lago Idro | Daily 106 |
Total 192 |
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| Route Notes
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From Alzano Lombardo, head south along Serio River to Scanzo Rosciate (4km), then east through Cenate Sopra330m, Trescore Balneario (9km), head south; pass through Gorlago, Carobbio, to Grumello di Monte (9.5km). At first stoplight in town, turn Left UPHILL toward Gandossa - past Tenuta di Castello, then at stopsign, turn right toward Credaro, Sarnico. Descend toward main road and turn left onto SP469 (10.8km). At Sarnico (3.2km), follow road around southern portion of lake to Iseo (9.8km). Pass through Iseo along lake, at main road, turn right, then 1st left (Gardone V.T.) to begin ascent. Passo di Tre Termini (701m) (9km), Polaveno (3km), Ponte Zanano (5.5km). Turn L towards Gardone Val Trompia (2km), Marcheno, Brozzo (5.8km). Turn Right towards Nozza, begin climb. Pass Lodrino (716m) (6km); descend to Nozza (14.4km). Turn left to Vestone (1.6km), take small road to right towards Trebbio (7km), then left to Idro (4.5km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Lago Iseo, Lago Idro (highest lake in Italy), Vineyards of Grumello wine region. Several good climbs today - notably after Iseo, and Gardone Val Trompia. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Good spot for a wine tasting: in Grumello, Tenuta di Castello - 035/442.0817 | ||||||||
| 4 | Thursday | 6/24 | Lago Idro | Rovereto | Daily 120 |
Total 312 |
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| Route Notes
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From Idro, head North past Crone, through the Capovalle, towards Vie, Zomie, and Vico (9km), then along river to the Valvestino (5.8). Turn left and head along the east side of the lake, follow road as it curves along towards Navazzo (12.8km),then switchback descent to Gargnano on the shore of Lake Garda (8.2km). Then head south along the lake to Maderno (8km) where you catch the ferry to Torri. From Torri, Opt. 1: head south to Garda (7.5km), then east (climb) to Costermano (4km), south until you come to an intersection (2.3km) where you turn left towards Gazzoli, down to cross under the autostrada and join the Adige river at Canale (7km). Head north along the Adige (sometimes on side roads, sometimes on car-free bike path to Avio (23km), Rovereto (25km). Opt. 2: From Torri, head north along the lake to Torbole (35.4km), then east on N.240 (some bike path) to Rovereto (17.2km). Opt. 3: From Torri , head east and climb to Caprino Veronese (15.3km), then climb Monte Baldo, descend at Mori; on to Rovereto. (As | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Lago di Garda, Gargnano, Maderno, Torbole (lots of bike stores, windsurfing capital of Italy), Monte Baldo, Bardolino wine region. Excellent opportunities for wine tasting along the route. A good one to try is: Azienda Agricola MARCO FUGATTI Via Ca’ Vecchia, 6 (outside of Rivalta) Tel: 045/727-0041 | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Lago di
Garda Ferry Info: 167-551-801 (toll free); Rovereto A.P.T.: Via Dante, 63, Tel: 0464/430363 |
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| 5 | Friday | 6/25 | Rovereto | Appiano | Daily 83 |
Total 395 |
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| Route Notes
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Follow
bike path north along Adige River to Trento (24km); San
Michele all’Adige (15km); Egna - Ora (23km); then
head northwest through apple orchards to along the
eastern side of Lago di Caldaro - Kaltern See, into town
of Caldaro/Kaltern (12km). Continue through town to San
Nicolo/Sant Nikolaus (3.4km), then along route 42 into
San Michele/ Sant Michael and Appiano/Eppan (5km). Optional ride: Climb the Passo Mendola/Mendelpass (1363m) from San Michele and back down to Appiano (total 30km). |
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| Principal Sites |
Lago di Caldaro - great place for a swim or a picnic! Lots of apple orchards, vineyards. Beautiful cycling along the bike route on the Adige. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Plenty of Wine tasting opportunities in Kaltern or along route. Tours: Kellerei Kaltern 0471/963-122. Tourist APT in Kaltern: Marktplatz 8, 0471/963169. Bike mechanic/supplies in Trento. | ||||||||
| 6 | Saturday | 6/26 | Appiano | Ortisei | Daily 50 |
Total 445 |
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| Route Notes
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Descend
either along main road (or cut through vineyards and
orchards) towards Bolzano - either way about 10km. Bike
paths near and in Bolzano along the Isarco/Eisark river.
Leaving Bolzano towards the west, take via
Rencio/Rentschnerstrasse until it joins the main road
(s.p. 12) to Prato all’Isarco/Blumau (10km). Now a
serious, very steep climb up to Fie a Sciliar/Vols am
Schlern (7.5km) (908m). Then, follow a nice ridge road
past Siusi/Seis (998m) and on to Castelrotto/Kastleruth
(10km) (1060m). Head east out of Castelrotto up to the
Passo di Pinei/ Panider Satte (1437m) and into
Ortisei/St. Ulrich (10.7km) (1234m). Optional afternoon loop: Descend out of Ortisei along route N.242d, then climb up to San Pietro/Sant Peter (6km). Follow a beautiful ridge road to Laion/Lajen, then make a right turn BEFORE going through town and then a steep descent to Gudon/Gufidaun (10km). Cross river into Chiusa/Klausen (2km), then follow a bike path along the Eisark river back to Ponte Gardena (7km). Cross bridge and follow main road 242 along the Gardena river (and up very steep climbs!) back into Ortisei (12.8km). |
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| Principal Sites |
Passo di Pinei (m.1437 ) - Km. 18 of climb - difference in height m. 962 - avarage slope 5,35% | ||||||||
| Other Information |
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| 7 | Sunday | 6/27 | Ortisei | Cortina d’Ampezzo | Daily 75 |
Total 520 |
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| Route Notes
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Attack
the Strada dei Dolomiti (the great dolomite route - in
the Giro d’Italia!) This is a three pass/strenuous
day!!! Heading out of Ortisei east along the N.242, continue through S. Cristina (4km), Selva di Val Gardena (or by optional side road) (3.2km), steep climb to Plan de Gralba (Kreuzboden) (5.2km), then left turn onto N. 243 to the Passo di Gardena (2121m) and on to Corvara in Badia (15.2km). Turn right to head south to the Passo di Camplongo (1875m), then join N. 48 at Araba (10.8km). Turn left and continue about 11km before starting the ascent to the Passo Falzarego (2105m) (9.6km). Then descend to Pocol (10.5km) before reaching Cortina d’Ampezzo (5.8km). Whew! |
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| Principal Sites Passo di Gardena: Passo di Camplongo: Passo Falzarego: |
This is
the most challenging day of your entire tour. Once you
make it through, you’re home free! This is also the
route used in the Giro d’Italia. Amazing alpine
scenery as you head through the heart of the Dolomites.
Plenty of “funivia” - funiculars abound to take
in the views, and excellent hiking and trekking
opportunites for the day off. Passo di Campolongo (m. 1875) - Km. 4,3 of climb - difference in height m. 273 -avarage slope 6,30% |
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| Other Information |
Cortina A.P.T.: Piazzetta S. Francesco 8; Tel: 0436/3231. | ||||||||
| 8 | Monday | 6/28 | Cortina d’Ampezzo | Cortina d’Ampezzo | Total 520 |
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| Route Notes |
Good day for hiking in surrouding hillside; or optional loop day into the Parco Naturale Dolomiti di Sesto to the north east. | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Hiking, walking, etc. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
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| 9 | Tuesday | 6/29 | Cortina | Conegliano | Daily 100 |
Total 620 |
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| Route Notes
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Follow N. 51 along the Boite river to Pieve di Cadore (29.5km)(There is rumor of a bike path along part or all of this route - you’ll have to check with the locals). Then south along the Piave river on N. 51 to Ponte nei Alpi (32km). Optional side trip to Belluno (8km) in the west, or optional climbs over Lago di Santa Croce, which is to the south. The lake has some fabulous climbs and views - head east to Pieve d’Alpago, Chies d’Alpago, Puos d’Alpago, then descend to Basta. Follow the western shore of the lake to rejoin the main road at Sella di Fadalto. Extra loop (30km). If neither option is taken, descend along the N. 51 to Fadalto (15km), then Vittorio Veneto (7.3km), and take side road to the west into Conegliano (15km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Castello** (fine views from the top). Sacra Conversazione in the DuomoWhite wine region of the Veneto - home to the Prosecco wines | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Conegliano A.P.T.: 0438/21230. | ||||||||
| 10 | Wednesday | 6/30 | Conegliano | Monselice | Daily 131 |
Total 751 |
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| Route Notes
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Option 1
(flat/moderate): follow the white wine route north of the
Piave: Pass through towns of S. Pietro di Felleto (8km),
Pieve di Soligo (8km), Farra di Soligo (5km), Guietta
(8km), Valdobbiadene (7km), head south and cross river
south to Crocetta (9km). Option 2 (hilly): Head south, cross Piave river to Nervesa di Battaglia (14km), take road to right (climb of about 600m), then descend to Santa Croce (5.7km). Follow river until turning left to a steep climb toward SS Angeli (4.5km). Then right turn towards Biadene and pass Colesel Val dell’Acqua (5.5km), eventually descend to Ciano (6km) before joining at Crocetta (2.3km). Then, west along main road past Cornuda, Villa Barbaro* , into town of Asolo** (13.2km). (side trip either up Monte Grappa - or to town of Bassano del Grappa) From Asolo, head almost due south past Castelfranco del Veneto (15km) and directly towards Padova (35km) - trying to stay on the smaller side roads. Stay to the west of Padova and continue to drop south through Abano Terme towards the Colli Euganei (Euganean hills) into town of Monselice (30km). |
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| Principal Sites |
Villa Barbaro- most important villa of Veneto, 16th C. ll Castello di Monselice (La Rocca),11th - 16th century; Ca’Marcello - origin. 16th C. Carrarese castle, now a museum | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Mechanic in Crocetta: Cicli Biasi L., via Erizzo 59, 0423/86366. (ask about the factory store for bike clothing nearby somewhere). Monselice Tourist Info: Via Roma 2; Tel: 0429/783026 | ||||||||
| 11 | Thursday | 7/1 | Monselice | Urbino | Daily 50 |
Total 801 |
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| Route Notes
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TRAIN:
(call ahead to confirm schedule) 9:04am Dp. Monselice;
10:09am Ar. Bologna 10:43am Dp. Bologna; 12:26pm Ar. Gabbice Mare (Both of these trains will permit carry-on bicycles) From Gabicce, head south along the coastal route to Pesaro (28km). Then west along the P30 to S. Angelo in Lizzola (17km). Turn left on the S423 and head towards Urbino (17km). Then another 8km to Canavaccio. |
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| Principal Sites |
Scenic riding along the coast from Gabicce Mare to Pesaro. In Urbino, the Palazzo Ducale, University, Duomo; views from the Fortezza dell’Albernoz | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Urbino Tourist Info: Piazza Rinascimento 1; Tel: 0722/2613; Jazz festival in June | ||||||||
| 12 | Friday | 7/2 | Urbino | Gualdo Tadino | Daily 125 |
Total 926 |
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| Route Notes
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From
Canavaccio, head towards Calmazzo (7km), then south along
side road past Furlo to Acqualanga (11.6km); and then
south to Cagli (7.8km). From there, option 1: Head east to Pergola (19km). South to Sassoferrato (17.7km), and west along the S360 to Scheggia (24km) and on to Gubbio (13km). From Gubbio, head southeast along S219 (or it’s side road) to Gualdo Tadino (25km). To shorten this route it’s possible to either, option 2: continue south from Cagli to Pontericcioli, then along route 452 to Gubbio; OR, option 3: skip Gubbio and continue south from Sassoferrato to Cancelli, turn right and when you meet the main road (S3) take it south into Gualdo Tadino. Either way shortens the day to about 75-80 km. |
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| Principal Sites |
Gubbio, Gualdo Tadino. Roman ruins at Pontericcioli. Castel d’Alfiolo en route from Gubbi to Gualdo Tadino. Natural Park of Monte Cucco. Crossing Marche region into Umbria. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Gualdo Tadino Tourist Office: Pro Tadino V. Calai 39 | ||||||||
| 13 | Saturday | 7/3 | Gualdo Tadino | Norcia | Daily 117 |
Total 1043 |
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| Route Notes
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From Gualdo Tadino, head south along the S3 (or it’s side roads) to Nocera Umbra (13.8km). Head southeast past Bagni Stravignano, Sorifa, to Colle Croce (12.4km). Then, past Anifo to Colfiorito (8km). From there head east to Taverne, Fiume and Pieve Torina (14.5km). Head south on the S209, over the Passo di Fornaci (815m) to Visso (16.8km), then follow river Nera east as a stiff climb begins past Castelsantangelo (780m), Gualdo (990m), over the Passo Forca di Gualdo (1496m) (17km) into town of Castelluccio (1452m) . Now in the Sibillini Mountains you will cross the Piano Grande until the intersection at the other side (16km), then turn right towards Norcia. There is a steep descent, then another climb over the Passo Forca di Santa Croce (813m), and a final descent into Norcia (18.3km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Castelluccio
(1500m) highest villages in Italy, setting for
Zefferelli’s film Brother sun, Sister Moon ; Piano
Grande - high mountain plateau in the Mt. Sibillini
range; Norcia - Truffle (tartufo) capital of Italy, other
culinary pleasures include wild boar, and porc
specialities. Great roads and views - with some heavy climbing to match. Several high passes. |
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| Other Information |
Tourist Info: Norcia - Pro Nursia - Piazza San Benedetto; Tel: 0743/816701 | ||||||||
| 14 | Sunday | 7/4 | Norcia | Deruta | Daily 100 |
Total 1143 |
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| Route Notes
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Leaving Norcia on the 396, head west past Serravalle (6.5km), the road changes to rt. 320, until joingin the 209 at Triponzo (11.2km). Head south along the river Nera, then turn right onto the 395 at Piedipaterno (7.6km) towards Spoleto. Climb the Forca di Cerro pass (734m) and descend into Spoleto (18.8km). Then north towards Montefalco, passing Pontebari, Maiano, Bruna, and Mercatello. At Madonna della Stella (15.1km), turn left to climb up to Montefalco (8.3km). Descend northward to Bevagna (7km), continue north past Passagio (14.5km) to Bettona. Either climb into the town or bypass on the smaller road, then west towards Torgiano (where you can cross river into the town) (4.7km). Then, turning south along the Tevere river follow the side road to S 3 bis into Deruta (5.2km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Spoleto - Festival Dei Due Mondi (intl. arts festival), Montefalco - the “balcony of Umbria” , Deruta - ceramic center of Umbria. Torgiano - wine museum, great producteur of the prestigious Umbrian red wine, the Torgiano Rosso Riserva. Also try the Montefalco red, the Sagrantino, in both dry and sweet varieties. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Local wine is the Sagrantino (dry red) | ||||||||
| 15 | Monday | 7/5 | Deruta | San Quirico d’Orcia | Daily 120 |
Total 1263 |
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| Route Notes
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Leave
Deruta by crossing the bridge over the Tevere, cross
train tracks and head south until next intersection,
where you turn right to climb past Castello delle Forme
to San Valentino (7km). (If this road is unpaved, you may
need to head north or south along the train tracks until
the next paved option appears to take you sest over the
mountains). Then follow a northwest path past Olmeto,
Spina (5.6km), Monticelli, Pietraia (9.2km), Mugnano
until you intersect with the S 599 at Monte Buone
(6.3km). You now follow the road west around Lake
Trasimeno until you reach Castiglione del Lago (17.6km).
Then head due west on the S 454 past Pozzuolo (8.6km) as
you leave Umbria and head into Tuscany. Continue straight
as you cross train tracks, the A1 Autostrada and enter
the town of Montepulciano (35.3km). Then continue along
the S 146 into Pienza (12.5km). From here, Option 1: takes you due south for 7.9km, then right at intersection to pass Spedaletto. At main intersection (6.4km), you can turn left to visit Bagno Vignoni or turn right to head up to San Quirico d'Orcia (5.5km). Option 2: from Pienza, simply head straight on S 146 directly into S. Quirico d'Orcia (9.5km). |
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| Principal Sites |
Lago
Trasimeno, Val di Chiana Montepulciano - home of the famous red wine - Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Pienza the truly Renaissance city - also famous for it’s pecorino cheese and wild boar sausage. San Quirico - Horti Leonini (16th C. gardens), collegiate church, medieval walls. Bagno Vignoni - a perfect way to end the day. You can soak in natural thermal springs and visit the ancient Roman Baths. |
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| Other Information |
San Quirico A.P.T.: Via Dante Alighieri, 31; Tel: 0577/897211 | ||||||||
| 16 | Tuesday | 7/6 | San Quirico d’Orcia | Vescovado di Murlo | Daily 80 |
Total 1343 |
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| Route Notes
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Head south along the cassia (SS2) until just after Bagno Vignoni where you turn right (5.5km) to follow S323 towards Castiglione d’Orcia. Climb until Castiglione d’Orcia (where it’s possible to stop to visit the Rocca di Tentennano), continue to ascend to summit (574m). Begin descent, then at major intersection (12km), bear right towards Montalcino. Descend to Monte Amiata stazione, then steep climb to Castelnuovo dell’Abate and across intersection to visit the abbey of Sant’Antimo (8.8km). Another climb up to the town of Montalcino (564m) (10km) - good spot for lunch. Take road out of Montalcino towards SS2, then turn sharp left towards Buonconvento, along the Cassia (14km). At main plaza (where the supermarket is), turn left towards Vescovado di Murlo, cross river Ombrone, and begin sharp ascent to Bibbiano. Turn right towards Vescovado di Murlo, continue to follow signs for Vescovado di Murlo. (Just before you enter Vescovado di Murlo, you can sidetrack to the hamlet of Murlo to visit the Etruscan museum). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
San Quirico - Bagno Vignoni (thermal baths)- Castiglione d’Orcia (climb Rocco di Tentennano for incredible views of the Orcia valley) - Romanesque abbey of Sant’Antimo - Montalcino (famous Brunello red wine) - Buonconvento - Murlo (ancient etruscan settlement)- also Castello di Murlo (good museum for important Etruscan works of art & architecture. | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Murlo A.P.T.: Via Tinoni 1, Tel: 0577/ 814213 | ||||||||
| 17 | Wednesday | 7/7 | Vescovado di Murlo | Volterra | Daily 90 |
Total 1433 |
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| Route Notes
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Leave to the North out of Murlo, then at 1st intersection, bear left. At next intersection bear right towards Corsano (8km). Continue straight over rolling hills through town of Corsano (6.8km), then continue on main road to the main intersection with N 73, just outside of Siena in the town of Costafabbri (15km). If you with to visit Siena, turn right and follow signs to enter at Porta San Marco. Otherwise, turn left onto N. 73, eventually bearing right off of the main road, follow signs to Sovicille (8km). From Sovicille, take the next right towards Ancaiano. There, turn left and pass through Simignano, Pievescola to major intersection with n. 541 (14.3km). Cross over main road and continue straight; bearing right at the next 3-way intersection (5.2km) to pass through towns of Mensano, then after sharp descent (3km), bear right towards Casole d’Elsa (6.7km). Head out of town northwest, following road until it intersects with the main road, where you turn left onto N. 68 (10.6km). At next intersection (1.4km), bear left to stay on the main road towards Volterra. At next major 3-way intersection (10km), continue straight towards Volterra. Continue straight and uphill into Volterra (531m) (2km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Murlo -
Siena (Wednesday is market day in Siena); many museums,
the Campo, recommended short film, “Il Palio” ,
the duomo - famous for it’s floor and Sienese tiles. medieval village of Sovicille - Casole d’Elsa - Volterra - view “le Balze” - rock formations; also many etruscan ruins. |
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| Other Information |
Siena
A.P.T.: Piazza del Campo56; Tel: 0577/ 280551 Volterra A.P.T.: 2 Via Turazza; Tel: 0588/ 86150 |
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| 18 | Thursday | 7/8 | Volterra | Vinci | Daily 67.3 |
Total 1500.3 |
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| Route Notes
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From Volterra, head north out of town on steep descent. At major intersection (9km), turn right, then continue straight onto smaller road passing Vicarello, il Castagno (11.5km), then turn left to head past Bosco Tondi, and at Y, bear right towards Gambassi Terme (8km). There, bear left to pass Pillo, and at intersection, continue straight to enter Castelfiorentino (2.8km). There, head northeast past Vallechchio, Ortimino, and at next intersection (8km), turn left and ride along the Orme calan to Pozzale (9.5km). Head into Empoli, and continue straight to cross river at Sovigliana (3km). Then turn left towards Vinci. Follow main road as it curves right along small canal, then at fork (4.5km), bear right on main road and continue straight to enter Vinci (5.5km). Extra loop to Pistoia: Continue north out of Vinci to pas Tigliano, Fornello, Porciano, Papiano, and at intersection (10km) follow main road as it curves right to pas S. Baronto, and Casalguidi (7km), and eventually into Pistoia (7km). (You can by-pass Pistoia by bearing left at Casalguidi to cut across smaller roads). At Pistoia head west following signs for Monsummano Terme (13km), then continue south to Masino (11.6km), then east to Cerreto Guidi (5.7km), then at next intersection (3km), north to Vinci (5.5km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Castelfiorentino
- possible to visit the church of Santa Verdiana and
Biblioteca Comunale. Cerreto Guidi - center of wine production; the Chianti Putto. Spectacular views across Monte Albano in the hills from Vinci to Pistoia. |
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| Other Information |
Vinci A.P.T.: Via della Torre 11; Tel: 0571/568012. The museum is open from 9:30am - 7:00pm, daily. There is also the biblioteca Leonardiana open from 3-7pm, tues- fri. Actual birthplace is in Anchiano. | ||||||||
| 19 | Friday | 7/9 | Vinci | Firenze | Daily 35 |
Total 1535.3 |
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| Route Notes
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Head east out of Vinci passing Vitolini, S. Cristina a Mezz. and Carmignano (12.3km). Then turn right and follow road past la Serra, bear right and then take first left to pass Comeana (6km). Continue straight through town, cross Ombrone canal, then make a right towards Signa (5km). Follow small road along the canal, passing S. Mauro, S. Donnino, Brozzi, and eventually make your way into the city of Florence (12km). | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
Too many to list! Florence has it all! | ||||||||
| Other Information |
Firenze A.P.T.: 1, via Cavour: 055/290832; Main train station is Santa Maria Novella | ||||||||
| 20 | Saturday | 7/10 | Firenze | Firenze | Daily 120 |
Total 1655.3 |
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| Route Notes |
A nice loop into Chianti would be to follow the N. 222 south towards Siena, passing Strada in Chianti, Chiocchio, Greve in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti; then west on the N. 429 to Poggibonsi, then north on the N. 2 towards Barberino Val d’Elsa, Tavarnelle, S. Casciano, back into Firenze. There are many possibilities to shorten or alter the route - total mileage approximately 120 km. | ||||||||
| Principal Sites |
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| Other Information |
Firenze A.P.T.: Via Cavour; Tel: 055/290832 | ||||||||
| 21 | Sunday | 7/11 | Firenze | Milano | Total 1655.3 |
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| Route Notes |
TRAIN TRANSFER Many trains leave daily from Firenze to Milano. I don’t think the express “Eurostar” trains will let you take a bike on board, but you’ll have to check at the station. Some options for the faster service are as follows: Dp. Firenze Ar. Milano 13:29 16:10 14:19 17:00 16:19 19:00 |
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| Other Information |
Milano A.P.T.: In the stazione centrale, Tel: 02/669-0532 | ||||||||
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