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Bike Itineraries in Emilia Romagna

Bologna

PEDALLING AMONG THE PARKS

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Of a naturalistic and historical nature, the route partly crosses three Regional Parks: the Parco dei Gessi [chalks] Bolognesi e dei Calanchi [gullies] dell'Abbadessa, with its lunar appearance due to the typical chalky outcrops; following the suggestive middle valley of the Savena, the route reache [ … ]

   

In the wake of Adorni (World Championships ’68)

Sulle strade di Adorni

Itinerary following Vittorio Adorni's great feat at the 1968 World Cycling Championships. In a legendary spurt, the champion reached the finishing-post almost 10 minutes ahead of the second placed.
The route also passes through places of historical and naturalistic interest, such as the Fortresses [ … ]

   

Ferrara

The Destra Po Route: from Ferrara to Gorino Ferrarese

La Destra Po

Leaving from the historic centre of the bewitching city of Ferrara, this route runs as far as the sea at Gorino, a long and extraordinary journey along the right-hand embankment of the Po that follows that river through to its Delta. A journey that encourages the enjoyment of the plains countrysid [ … ]

   

The Lands of the Alto Ferrarese: circular route Ferrara-Cento

Da Ferrara a Cento

This circular route unwinds to the west of Ferrara, the area known as the Alto Ferrarese, higher ground where the waters have been easier to control throughout history. the journey reaches into the province of Modena, crossing agricultural country dominated by fruit and grain production, between t [ … ]

   

Forlì-Cesena

Cesenatico - Bertinoro - Cesena - Cesenatico

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Distance: 60 km
Rote rating: medium. route articulates along second. roads, in excellent state of mainten., but rather twisty.
Gradient: 218 m
Type of roads: surfaced roads
Recommended gear ratio:
39x23

Download Roadbook:  Official Tourism Site - Province of Forlì-Cesena




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Forlì - Meldola-Predappio - S. Zeno - Rocca San Casciano - Forlì

Distance: 74 km
Route rating: difficult climb towards Rocca delle Caminate and of Hill of Centoforche.
Gradient: 767 m
Recommended gear ratio: 39x23 almost always sufficient, but softer
gear ratio better at end of Rocca and beginning of Centoforche.

Download roadbook Official Tourism Site - Provinc [ … ]

   

Modena

Cimone MTB

Cimone MTBThe paradise of the mountain bike


On the Cimone bikers of every level will find roads for their wheels! The Apennines of Modena are a true paradise for lovers of mountain cycling. With a network of 120 routes spread over an area extending as far as the Provinces of Bologna and Reggio, and a total of [ … ]

   

Mirandola - Valli “Le Partite" - Carpi

Mirandola - Valli


Length:
Km 60
Type of route: 82% asphalt, 18% unmetalled
Difficulty: taxing but completely level
Time needed: 4.5 / 5 hours

Introduction
The first part of this route is characterized by wide spaces with few inhabitants and by a valley environment, rich in wet zones, marsh plants, wild fauna [ … ]

   

Parma

Climbing to 2000 around Salsomaggiore

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A route dedicated to climb lovers.

Many moderate climbs in just a few kilometres. Featuring some highly demanding stretches but also the opportunity to cut the route as you wish. Starting from the planned arrival point can also be a very interesting option.

Worth a visit
The Pellegrino Castle (see the [ … ]

   

Verdi Route

Percorso Verdi

From Polesine P.se follow the bank of the Po to Ongina on the "Bici Parma Po"; turn left here till you reach the first Verdian spot, Villa S. Agata, where you can admire photographs and personal items of the composer. Turn back 0.5 km from here and turn right into a minor road for Busseto: not to [ … ]

   

Piacenza

Hill Castles itinerary

I Castelli di Collina

Hill castles itinerary
This itinerary starts from Castelsangiovanni, which may be reached by train, and arrives in Fiorenzuola , where you can catch the return train.The long excursion may be divided into 3 petal-shaped itineraries, each of them indicating the points from which going back to Piacenza [ … ]

   

The big river itinerary

Itinerario del Grande fiume

Cycling along this cyclotourism itinerary, which goes along river banks and special trails, you’ll live an ’all Padanian experience’ , which will show you the identity and the charm of places suspended between ground and water, unique for their culture and natural environments, no matter what the [ … ]

   

Ravenna

Faenza Collinare: the hills of Faenza


The Route is part of CyclER project. A long main connects the towns of Modena, Ferrara, Ravenna, Forlì and Faenza, from Emilia to Romagna, from the Apennines to the sea. The most charming itineraries inside the town centres are highlighted on the map and available as navigation files. Out of tow [ … ]

   

Art and Nature Tour

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Departure: Bagnacavallo
Arrival:
Penisola di Boscoforte
Route:
Bagnacavallo - Fusignano - Alfonsine - Boscoforte
Length:
km 30
Difficulty:
medium

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You’ll need a good pair of legs for this route, which starts in the centre of Bagnacavallo and ends in Boscoforte, the peninsula which stretches f [ … ]

   

Reggio Emilia

Around the periplus of the Pietra

La Pietra di Bismantova

This is definitely the shortest loop. It is only 15 km long and you only have 100 m of ascent/descent, so the loop can be enjoyed not just by cyclists (on road bikes or MTB) but also those on foot (running, walking, jogging), in line skates or roller skis.

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The itinerary is not partic [ … ]

   

Lands of Countess Matilde

I ruderi del Castello di Canossa

This itinerary is about 95 km long with an uphill section of around 400 m (the ride from Ciano to the Castle at Canossa). It sticks to the normal minor and major tarmac roads. You start out from the CONI Centre in town and go north, first passing through Castelnovo Monti followed by Canossa, Casina, [ … ]

   

Rimini

Through the vineyards - MTB

Attraverso le Vigne

This is one of the most beautiful and most difficult itineraries in the province of Rimini. It begins in the municipality of Coriano and passes through Montecolombo, with is castle and restored washhouse, before returning to Coriano after about 35 km. The countryside around Coriano is beautiful, w [ … ]

   

Along the ridges of the Gothic Line - MTB

Lungo i crinali della Via Gotica

This itinerary stretches along a crest of land that was the scene of horrific battles during the Second World War between Alexander’s Allied forces and German troops under Kesserling. During the summer of 1944, two bloody battles were fought here (the first and second battles of Coriano) that init [ … ]

   
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