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EN EMILIA-ROMAGNA a region to explore on two wheels! many photos which we are sure will make We cannot wait to have you here! Looking EMILIA-ROMAGNA you want to try the many trails suitable forward to welcoming you in Emilia- for all tastes and levels: uphill or flat, in Romagna! See you soon! the hills or by the sea, short and long The best hospitality for an unforgettable cycling holiday routes. We know it is not an easy choice, but you will surely pick the right one for you. Surrounded by the peaks of the sport of cycling and Emilia-Romagna, Apennines, the immense Po Valley and the first person who comes to mind is the wide beaches of the Adriatic Sea, Marco Pantani, the greatest climber of all Emilia-Romagna is the ideal region for time. For his training he used to go from FERRARA all cycling enthusiasts who love nature, Cesenatico, his hometown, to the steep history, culture and food and wine hills of Emilia-Romagna to prepare for the traditions. most important stage races such as the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France. All regions in Italy have something special and in the case of Emilia-Romagna, it is its Even today when you cycle in this area, RAVENNA authentic hospitality and great lifestyle. it is not uncommon to spot something Some of the most famous Italian dishes written on the road surface to praise originate in fact from this region and all the beloved cycling champion of Emilia- travellers who had the good fortune to Romagna. We are very proud to list a visit this land valued the friendliness and selection of some of the most interesting cheerfulness of its inhabitants. places you can visit during your stay in this FORLÌ CESENA region. Emilia-Romagna was the first Italian region to really invest in cycle tourism. In addition, you will find detailed Today, it is here that has the most bike information on local cycling routes with hotels in Italy, in terms of accommodation maps and elevation profiles as well as facilities, which offer personalised a useful list of bike hotels to help you RIMINI services for all cycling enthusiasts. And organise your holidays. To ensure your of course, when you talk about the holiday is perfect, we have also included 2 3 There are many reasons to visit the beautiful city of FERRARA Ferrara, a UNESCO heritage site known as “Italy’s bicycle city”, including a charming historic centre, the moated Este castle and its peaceful countryside. The title of “bicycle city” is due to the high number of bikes per inhabitant and cyclists can be seen everywhere on the roads and in the streets of the historic centre. The province of Ferrara is a recommended stop for all bike tourists and gravel enthusiasts. Here you will have the opportunity to cycle along the ancient walls in the town centre, discover the “Destra Po” cycle path on the right bank of the river which crosses the placid plains surrounding the town, visit the Fortress of Stellata or cycle leisurely in the countryside in the splendid setting of the lagoon of Valli di Comacchio, in the heart of the Regional Park of Delta del Po. 4 5 Ravenna is the town which is the richest in art in RAVENNA Romagna. Nestled between the sea and the hills, it has an ancient history and features wonderful Byzantine mosaics located in eight different sites, all UNESCO world heritage sites. Ravenna is especially renowned for being one of the most beautiful art cities in Romagna, but there is also a lot to discover in the surrounding areas for those who like cycling. If you love road bikes, we recommend the routes winding through the hills. You will enjoy breathtaking views of vineyards and orchards and discover enchanting medieval towns such as Brisighella. If you prefer mountain biking, the Nature Reserve of “Vena del Gesso” can offer a unique experience whilst the flat routes in the countryside along the coast are perfect for all bike tourists and gravel fans. 6 7 Bertinoro, the hills covered with vineyards, the grapes of FORLÌ CESENA Sangiovese red wine and the famous thermal springs are just some of the hidden gems in the province of Forlì- Cesena, an area really suited to cycling tourism. Thanks to its hills, Forlì-Cesena was the ideal training place of our bike racing legend, Marco Pantani, and the location of many Gran Fondo races. Here you will find all kinds of climbs, including real challenging ascents. Your efforts will be rewarded though with spectacular views and the wonderful hilly landscapes with picturesque medieval villages such as the enchanting Bertinoro, also known as the “balcony of Romagna”. And when you need to recharge your batteries, you can enjoy some relaxation and wellness treatments in one of the spas of Fratta Terme or Bagno di Romagna. 8 9 Not just beaches: experience amazing tours to discover RIMINI the town of the Malatesta family and Federico Fellini and then reach the spectacular Valmarecchia with the old villages of San Leo and Verucchio. Rimini is not just about its beaches. It was the town of the House of Malatesta and renowned film director Federico Fellini. And of course, cycling. The area surrounding Rimini features great routes which start from the coast and go inland and are perfect for road bikes, MTBs and gravel enthusiasts. Those who love off-road cycling will be in for a challenge on the routes of Valmarecchia, especially the one which goes from Verucchio to San Leo. This area is also ideal for those who prefer to test their skills on the road bike tackling challenging climbs. Santarcangelo di Romagna is the perfect place for all gravel fans. 10 11 Europe Italy Verona Venice Po River Venice Italy Ro 12 Po Delta Rice PGI Mesola C Emilia Romagna Coppia ferrarese PGI Bondeno Ferrara 5 Tresigallo Codigoro 6 Goro Goro Clams Voghiera Garlic PDO Bosco Eliceo 7 Wines DOC Green asparagus Valle Bertuzzi of Altedo PGI Voghiera Cento Salama da sugo PGI Ferrara pumpkin cappellacci PGI Comacchio 8 Valleys of Comacchio Argenta ADRIA Argenta Reno River and Campotto Oasis B Romagna Nectarines PGI Monument Marco Pantani Basilica of San Vitale Bassa Bologna Romagna 16 Ravenna Mausoleum Bagnacavallo Lugo of Galla Placidia 15 Russi Faenza 14 Cervia 10 13 Cesenatico Riolo Terme E Po Delta Po Regional Park Forlì H Forlimpopoli Castrocaro Terme Gatteo Casola Valsenio Terra del Sole Meldola Vena del Gesso Cesena Brisighella Bertinoro A Bellaria Igea Marina Romagnola Brisighella Extra-Virgin G F Regional Park Olive Oil PDO San Mauro Pascoli 11 13 Piadina Romagnola PGI 3 Fortress of Longiano Savignano Rimini Longiano sul Rubicone Firenze D Riccione Santarcangelo di Romagna 1 Rimini and San Marino Sogliano Fossa 2 International Airport Cheese PDO Misano Adriatico Verucchio Ridracoli Montebello 4 Mercato Saraceno Castle Cattolica Ancona Gemmano 12 Coriano Sarsina Pennabilli Montefiore Casentino Perticara Mine San Leo Conca San Marino Colline di Romagna Forest Extra-virgin Olive Oil PDO National Park Sasso Simone Sant’Agata Feltria and Simoncello Montegridolfo Bagno di Romagna Inter-regional Mondaino 9 Park Carpegna Memorial Verghereto Stone Arezzo Rome TOWNS, VILLAGES AND Our itineraries offer you the opportunity to discover many old villages and medieval towns, CASTLES important symbols of the history and art of Romagna. 10 Forlì-Cesena 6 Ferrara Rimini A route to explore the 14 Forlì-Cesena 2 From Ferrara to the villages in the province of A tour to explore the An off-road tour of Fortress of Stellata Verucchio and San Leo Forlì medieval town of A tour in the countryside of Ferrara and Brisighella Discover the most beautiful villages in Italy by ancient sites of great historical value which tell This route offers the opportunity to discover mountain bike. the history of the rule of the Este family. After quaint medieval towns in the hinterland of This tour will allow you to discover one of This route starts in Verucchio and crosses leaving the town of Ferrara, the route will Forlì. After leaving the plains surrounding Forlì, “Italy’s most beautiful old villages”. It starts Valmarecchia winding through a series of take you to the beautiful cycle path of Burana the road starts to become more challenging as from the ancient town of Faenza and then off-road trails: gravel, fields and single track and along the Cavo Napoleonico, a wide you reach Tredozio. This delightful medieval continues inland through gentle slopes until trails. After 21 km, including 5 km of uphill Napoleonic canal which connects the River Po village in the Apennines was historically the Brisighella, a very picturesque medieval town. climbs just before the end, you will reach and the River Reno built to reduce the flow junction of Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany. Here Besides visiting the Manfrediana fortress and the enchanting medieval town of San Leo. of the latter. Continuing along this cycle path, you will have to tackle the first – and only – the Clock Tower, we recommend a stop at the The town is perched on top of a rock and is you will reach Stellata di Bondeno, a small climb of this route, an ascent of about 6 km “Pieve del Tho”, one of the best preserved and included in the list of “Italy’s most beautiful medieval town known for its imposing Fortress with an average gradient of 6.2% up to Mount most beautiful Romanesque rural churches in old villages”. We recommend taking a break of Stellata. It is an 11th-century fortress Busca. This mountain is erroneously called a Romagna.