ountain bike MVeneto by bicycle, into the wild.

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BIKE RESORT Veneto by bicycle, into the wild. There are few areas that can boast as many extraordinary environments as the Veneto region; from the high Alpine peaks to the beaches of the Adriatic sea, from the Lagoon of to , from the multifaceted hills to the large lowland rivers. The mountains, in particular, were registered in the UNESCO World Heritage the well deserved awarding of an area unique in the world because of its beauty, landscapes and scientific importance. The holiday proposals in this brochure invite tourists into this extraordinary wild nature. In the valleys of the , just one hour from Venice, you can cycle through woods, to the foot of outstanding rock walls. The wonderful roads of the lead to mountain peaks where you can admire the entire view from the Dolomites to the Adriatic Sea, while the hills of Treviso and Verona feature landscapes of vineyards where famous wines are produced. In the steep volcanic slopes of the Euganean Hills, sport is combined with the well-being of the baths is the best way to discover nature, because it respects the silence of the environment and, at the same time offers the opportunity to have fun and practice a healthy activity. You don’t have to be an athlete to try a bike tour. The well-equipped routes and the welcoming atmosphere of the Bike Resorts will enable you to customize your bike holiday.

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Exe_Brochure_Mountain_MAR2019_170x230.indd 2 08/04/19 13:39 Veneto by bicycle, Bike Resorts its environmental excellence, its into the wild. and Excursions. distinctive features that offer unique There are few areas that can boast The discovery of a natural landscape hospitality and rental service, which as many extraordinary environments by bike is a perfect mix of adventure, are essential support for sports as the Veneto region; from the high fun, hard work and silence. Local tourists. For each area you are also Alpine peaks to the beaches of tourist professionals and guides shown the details of an excursion the Adriatic sea, from the Lagoon that worked on the Bike Resorts or an event that you can’t miss of Venice to Lake Garda, from the you can find in this brochure are in order to experience the Veneto multifaceted hills to the large lowland aware of this. For each destination region by bicycle at best. rivers. The mountains, in particular, you will find the description of were registered in the List of the UNESCO World Heritage receiving the well deserved awarding of an area unique in the world because of its beauty, landscapes and scientific Bike Resorts and Excursions importance. Arabba - Sellaronda Mtb The holiday proposals in this brochure 01 Cherz, Portavescovo, Col di Lana invite tourists into this extraordinary wild nature. In the valleys of the 02 Cortina d’Ampezzo - Tour of the 5 Refuges Dolomites, just one hour from Venice, Mount Cristallo, Mount Sorapiss, Tofane mountain group you can cycle through woods, to , Falcade - Forca Rossa the foot of outstanding rock walls. 03 Serrai di Sottoguda, Passo San Pellegrino The wonderful roads of the Prealps Civetta - Superbike lead to mountain peaks where you 04 , , can admire the entire view from the Cadore - Tre Cime Bike Dolomites to the Adriatic Sea, while 05 Auronzo and Misurina, , the hills of Treviso and Verona feature landscapes of vineyards 06 Comelico - Crossing Carnia where famous wines are produced. Mount Peralba, Passo Monte Croce In the steep volcanic slopes of the Valbelluna - The Champions’ Circuit Euganean Hills, sport is combined 07 , , . with the well-being of the thermal Asiago Plateau - Tour of the Alpine dairy Huts . Riding your mountain bike baths 08 Asiago, Mount Corno, Mount Ortigara is the best way to discover nature, because it respects the silence of the 09 Monte Pasubio - The Heroes’ Road environment and, at the same time Recoaro Terme, Mount Pasubio offers the opportunity to have fun and Lake Garda - From the Moraine hills to Mount Baldo practice a healthy activity. 10 Lake Garda e Monte Baldo You don’t have to be an athlete to try Prosecco Hills - Montello and Mount Grappa a bike tour. The well-equipped routes 11 Asolo, Montello, Valdobbiadene, Vittorio Veneto and the welcoming atmosphere of the Bike Resorts will enable you to 12 Euganean Hills - Crossing the Euganean Hills customize your bike holiday. Abano Terme, Monselice, Este

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Arabba. Cortina d’Ampezzo. Cherz, Portavescovo, Col di Lana. Mount Cristallo, Mount Sorapiss, Tofane mountain group. Arabba and the Valley of Fodom are several off-road trails to satisfy linked to the neighbouring valleys every personal ambition. of Fassa, Badia and Ampezzo Scenic itineraries, single tracks, thanks to the beautiful Pordoi, technical passages among rocks Campolongo and Falzarego or challenging tours for the most Dolomites passes. daring ones, all starting right from This area, renowned for its winter the centre of the town. sports, in summer offers activities Several ski lifts take bikers up to suitable for any needs, from long the peaks. Sport and fun but also walks to via ferratas, as well as history and traditions: Arabba, main centre of the valley of Fodom, is Sellaronda MTB. Cortina d’Ampezzo owes much of one of the major Ladin-speaking its fame to its wonderful geographic Don’t miss the Sellaronda MTB centres in the Dolomites, boasting position, lying in a wide valley many cultural places which are Track Hero Tour, the famous tour surrounded by the Dolomite groups worth a visit. around mount Sella that links the of Tofane, Cristallo, Sorapiss, Croda Examples are the Andraz castle, sides of Passo Pordoi with those da Lago. A precious environment the old mill, the Museum of Ladin of Campolongo with the use of protected by the People, the Col di Lana with the lifts. Among uphill climbs and the Ampezzo Dolomites remains of the Great War or the breathtaking downhill stretches, In Cortina, there are 17 mountain ruins of “Forte la Corte” fort. you will follow the itinerary of the bike excursions for a total of 700 toughest mountain bike race in km of tracks and they follow routes Europe: the “Sellaronda Hero”. marked for all levels of difficulty.

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Cortina d’Ampezzo. Mount Cristallo, Mount Sorapiss, Tofane mountain group. You can ride along high-altitude Even the most demanding and scenic routes or adrenaline-fuelled challenging routes have become downhill descents into the woods for accessible to everyone. freeride lovers down to easier routes Rentals in Cortina have also for families and for those who want E-Bikes: real last generation to relax, having a break in one of the electric MTBs. many mountain refuges to taste the typical dishes of the local tradition. Worth a note, the new Bike Park for Downhill lovers and the brand new Cortina d’Ampezzo owes much of Skill Parks where kids can learn Tour of the 5 Refuges. its fame to its wonderful geographic mountain bike riding, supervised by This is one of the main itineraries Don’t miss the Sellaronda MTB position, lying in a wide valley experienced instructors. for all MTB lovers thanks to the Track Hero Tour, the famous tour surrounded by the Dolomite groups extraordinary high-altitude setting. around mount Sella that links the of Tofane, Cristallo, Sorapiss, Croda The 38 km-long route reaches 5 sides of Passo Pordoi with those da Lago. A precious environment mountain huts in the Dolomites of Campolongo with the use of protected by the Natural Park of and Lake Fanes offering postcard the Ampezzo Dolomites. views over the Ampezzo valley. The breathtaking downhill stretches, In Cortina, there are 17 mountain return to Cortina takes place along you will follow the itinerary of the bike excursions for a total of 700 the Boite river with a brief downhill toughest mountain bike race in km of tracks and they follow routes stretch which joins the Cycle Route “Sellaronda Hero”. marked for all levels of difficulty. of the Dolomites.

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Marmolada - Falcade. Civetta. Serrai di Sottoguda, Passo San Pellegrino. Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Val di Zoldo. The Marmolada, known throughout In the Falcade - Passo San Mount Civetta and Mount Pelmo, the world as the highest mountain Pellegrino area, ski lifts are overlook the of the Dolomites, and Falcade, a great help for those who want and Val di Zoldo, will leave you charming town characterized to save their energies. astonished at the marine origin of by breathtaking views are two There is really anything you the rock structures built on ancient well-known winter resorts that could ask for a two-wheel holiday. coral reefs. This is the backdrop of specialized in bike tourism some the Civetta bike resort. years ago. Alleghe, Selva di Cadore and Val The area features 400 km of di Zoldo are true attractions for spectacular mountain trails, dirt mountain bikers thanks to over 300 roads and cycle routes and also km of geo-referenced bike tracks Forca Rossa. and to the beauty of the landscapes Bike Friendly accommodation This challenging tour crosses the renowned for customized Cime d’Auta mountain chain and the services for cyclists and their daring Forca Rossa mountain pass, comfort, numerous break stops guarded by herds of ibex, Canale and rentals providing mechanical d’, birthplace of Pope John support for possible minor Paul I, featuring the repairs. amazing Serrai di Sottoguda creek and Malga Ciapela, starting point of the cableway that “flies” to the top of the Marmolada.

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Civetta. Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Val di Zoldo. Mount Civetta and Mount Pelmo, that you can admire only here, in overlook the Lake of Alleghe the heart of the Dolomites, just 1 a great help for those who want and Val di Zoldo, will leave you hour’s drive from Venice. astonished at the marine origin of All bikers can find the route that the rock structures built on ancient better fits their skills and be sure to could ask for a two-wheel holiday. coral reefs. This is the backdrop of bring back home an unforgettable the Civetta bike resort. memory of places of unrivalled Alleghe, Selva di Cadore and Val beauty. Just think of the famous di Zoldo are true attractions for north-west wall of mount Civetta, mountain bikers thanks to over 300 known in the mountaineering world km of geo-referenced bike tracks as the “reign of the sixth grade”, and to the beauty of the landscapes or the 360-degree view over Val Superbike. This challenging tour crosses the di Zoldo, home of handmade ice The Civetta Superbike is an itinerary, Cime d’Auta mountain chain and the cream and over Val Boite featuring with numerous possible detours, daring Forca Rossa mountain pass, the , Cristallo and Tofane characterized by a unique mix of Canale peaks. Downhill rides cross the adrenaline and spectacular views , birthplace of Pope John meadows above Selva di Cadore, that winds across the entire Civetta Paul I, Rocca Pietore featuring the near the archaeological site of the territory. Modern ski lifts serve bikers Serrai di Sottoguda creek Man of Mondeval, a prehistoric along with 25 “Bike Friendly” and Malga Ciapela, starting point hunter of 7,500 years ago. accommodation structures, rentals (including E-Bikes), experienced guides and luggage transport service.

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Cadore. Comelico. Auronzo e Misurina, Pieve di Cadore, San Vito di Cadore. Mount Peralba, Passo Monte Croce. the history of mountaineering and At the borders of Carinthia, Pusteria of the most extreme cross country Valley and Carnia there are two sports. The area features routes valleys where to test your skills and give you are revived in the charming villages unforgettable memories. surrounded by centuries-old pine This is the ideal place to “dive” woods. into the heart of the Dolomites, The traditions, aromas and flavours a UNESCO Heritage Site, by still resist thanks to the enduring breathing the scent of the woods, love that local people have for their Tre cime bike: the Auronzo – listening to the marmots and land. Welcoming Misurina cycle path. admiring the intense colours of the people eager to meet The key attraction in the Tre Cime Cadore valleys are laced with meadows, alpine lakes and of the and greet tourists region is the cycle path linking streams and picturesque alpine lakes Dolomite walls that turn flame red at who want to discover Auronzo to the hyperlink “Pearl and are dotted with many industrious sunset. The Cadore area is perfect nature with curiosity of the Dolomites”: Misurina. towns and villages. Uphill from the for sports and relaxing holidays. and wonder. The first section, leading to Palù houses, woodlands climb to the top There are many activities to do Activities, fun, relax San Marco (about 15 km) is suitable of the Antelao peaks, Spalti di Toro, during your free time: from a visit and good food for everyone, while the second the wild Marmarole, the Crode de to the Eyeglass Museum in Pieve in store for you. MTB part towards Misurina is more Toni and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. di Cadore to one to the dairy, honey lovers can ride along challenging and can be particularly In this scenario, there are hundreds or vegetable farms, where you can new trails and uphill enjoyable on an e-bike. of kilometres of dirt roads to almost enjoy the unique tastes of Titian’s stretches, cross The Dolomites Train-Bus service touch the peaks that have shaped Dolomites. mountain passes runs throughout the summer.

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Valbelluna. Asiago Plateau. Feltre, Belluno, Alpago. Asiago, Mount Corno, Mount Ortigara. In the southern part of the province By riding your mountain bike you The Asiago Plateau is a green of Belluno, where the Piave river can discover this unique place balcony over the Po Valley. At an bends westwards before continuing dotted with numerous Venetian altitude of one thousand meters towards the plain, there is a bright villas, and featuring a great and surrounded by bright green valley where modern cities live historical, architectural and meadows, the plateau features in harmony with ancient alpine artistic heritage, and wild natural the towns of the “Sette Comuni” villages. Belluno, Feltre and Mel are surroundings. (seven municipalities), surrounded the three main centres immersed in The numerous tracks lead to by pine woods. Northwards the this lovely rural area with distinctive the discovery of the history and area is overlooked by rocky peaks characteristics found nowhere else the culinary tradition of Feltre, that slope towards Valsugana. Here on the south side of the . Valbelluna and Alpago areas but The Champions’ Circuit. you can find more than especially of the many nature This route, along which the European wonders, from the Dolomiti Championship of Cross Country will Bellunesi National Park to the take place in 2015, flanks the shores Cansiglio Forest, from the Prealps of Lake Santa Croce in Alpago and and the impressive Mount Grappa develops through a series of ups and to the majestic peaks of the downs at an altitude between 602 Dolomites. and 734 m. The flat stretches are not longer than 60 m and so the track requires a lot of strength, skill and technique.

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Asiago Plateau. Asiago, Mount Corno, Mount Ortigara. The Asiago Plateau is a green mountain bike tracks of all levels balcony over the Po Valley. At an of difficulty, from easy itineraries altitude of one thousand meters perfect for families with children and surrounded by bright green up to the most demanding and meadows, the plateau features challenging ones for the most the towns of the “Sette Comuni” experienced cyclists. Several routes (seven municipalities), surrounded follow the tracks of the First World by pine woods. Northwards the War, which allow you to discover area is overlooked by rocky peaks trenches and cross landmarks like that slope towards Valsugana. Here Mount Ortigara. Different proposals you can find more than200 km of characterized by great charm and Tour of the Alpine dairy Huts. This route, along which the European wonderful views ranging from the This medium-length panoramic tour Championship of Cross Country will “rock town”, with its spectacular is the perfect way to discover the take place in 2015, flanks the shores structures, to blooming meadows, age-old dairy art in the “Altopiano in Alpago and from lunar landscapes to pastures di Asiago Sette Comuni” (Asiago develops through a series of ups and dotted with mountain huts. plateau). You can ride along routes downs at an altitude between 602 An adventure to be experienced that become ski slopes in winter, and 734 m. The flat stretches are not bike riding among the seven discovering a wild countryside longer than 60 m and so the track municipalities of the Asiago and in a fabulous silence. requires a lot of strength, skill and Plateau.

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Monte Pasubio. Lake Garda. Recoaro Terme, Mount Pasubio. Lake Garda e Monte Baldo. Recoaro Terme is known not only also see the Adriatic sea and even Lake Garda and its surroundings offer as a renowned spa thanks to a the Apennines. While discovering the routes suitable for all mountain bikers hydrographic basin that feeds 9 Little Dolomites group or around the thanks to the peculiar characteristics mineral springs. It is characterized Pasubio massif, your glaze will be of the area that gently slopes from also by an enviable location on the attracted by the magic of the woods the rocky summit of Mount Baldo to slopes of the Little Dolomites, a and the enchanting landscapes of the moraine hills flanking the Mincio group of mountains with rocky walls the Dolomites. The most demanding river. Starting from the romantic whose geological characteristics mountain bike riders can follow town of Borghetto, the itinerary runs make them look like the peaks of several circular routes, with GPS along the Mincio river in the heart of the so-called “pale mounts”. This tracks, among plateaus and the moraine hills, passing through area is an excellent starting point military roads, at an altitude from the vineyards of Custoza and for many mountain bike excursions 500 to 2,000 metres above sea The Heroes’ Road. to enjoy wonderful views over the level. This is a challenging itinerary about towns below, on clear days you can 30 km long leading to an altitude of over 1,000 meters that reaches places “sacred to the nation” with breathtaking panoramic views. This route is named after 15 heroes of the First World War and it is a driveway of the Pasubio massif, in the Prealps of Vicenza.

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Lake Garda. Lake Garda e Monte Baldo. Lake Garda and its surroundings offer called “balcony over Garda” and from routes suitable for all mountain bikers here, via Prada, you can arrive at the thanks to the peculiar characteristics top of Mount Baldo. The - of the area that gently slopes from Mount Baldo cable car that in a few the rocky summit of Mount Baldo to minutes gets to almost 1,800 meters the moraine hills flanking the Mincio of altitude is worth trying. river. Starting from the romantic town of Borghetto, the itinerary runs along the Mincio river in the heart of From the Moraine hills the moraine hills, passing through to Mount Baldo. the vineyards of Custoza and This itinerary allows you to admire Lugana and reaches Peschiera del the variety and richness of different This is a challenging itinerary about Garda. From here you can get to natural environments, from the 30 km long leading to an altitude Verona (via cycle route or train) or Mediterranean maquis to the of over 1,000 meters that reaches continue towards the Bardolino and pastures and rocks of the highest “sacred to the nation” Garda areas, where the views change peaks, in fact Mount Baldo is also with breathtaking panoramic views. and uphill climbs begin. Here the known as the “Garden of Europe”. This route is named after 15 heroes Granfondo Paola Pezzo takes place The wilderness of this natural oasis of the First World War and it is a (she is an Olimpic champion who still is particularly impressive driveway of the Pasubio massif, trains along these roads). From Garda, and the views overlooking the lake via Torri del Benaco - Albisano, the are breathtaking. route reaches San Zeno di Montagna,

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Prosecco Hills. Euganean Hills. Asolo, Montello, Valdobbiadene, Vittorio Veneto. Abano Terme, Monselice, Este. The hills of Treviso, although smaller worldwide as location Padua and the Euganean Spas are than the nearby Prealps massif, of events such as the perfect destinations for mountain are a great surprise for mountain “Terre Rosse” and bike riders, both experienced and bike buffs. Here you can find trails “Prosecchissima”. beginners, who want to exercise with different levels of difficulty and A unique experience on their bikes. Itineraries with discover picturesque landscapes of amidst the scent different levels of difficulty cross the villages and medieval castles. The of the vineyards Euganean Hills, combining sports ups and downs of these tracks have of Valdobbiadene experience and local hospitality been tackled by great mountain bike and Asolo and the made to measure for mountain champions on the occasion of the magical colours of what everyone bikers. In addition to providing World and European Championships calls “the garden of Venice”. Montello and Mount Grappa. GPS with the tracks of six routes, and there are still renowned You will pass by beautiful Venetian The better trained bikers can’t miss the the “Thermaesport” villas and, along the ridge of the opportunity to test themselves along the hotels Alta Via no. 1 (hiking path of the most challenging routes in Treviso area: Dolomites) you can also admire the Montello and Mount Grappa. In the first Venice and the bell tower of San area, with its 21 “prese” (interconnecting Marco. You should try Prosecco paths), bikers will face the acclaimed roads tackled by the cyclists of the World Cycling wineries to taste and enjoy one of the Championship. In the latter area, bikers most loved and famous Italian wines, will follow routes that lead to some of the and you must pay a visit at least most hard-fought battlegrounds of the to one of the many shops of sport Great War, recognized as one of the best companies in the area. mountain biking destinations in Europe.

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Euganean Hills. Abano Terme, Monselice, Este. Padua and the Euganean Spas are storage, ad hoc sports menu and the perfect destinations for mountain thermal pools, whose benefits bike riders, both experienced and on the cyclists’ health translates beginners, who want to exercise into an improvement in their sport on their bikes. Itineraries with performance. different levels of difficulty cross the The Euganean Hills conceal a unique Euganean Hills, combining sports geological genesis, generated after experience and local hospitality the release of large quantities of made to measure for mountain magma at the bottom of an ancient bikers. In addition to providing sea. Along roads and cycle routes GPS with the tracks of six routes, it is not hard to find evidence of The better trained bikers can’t miss the the “Thermaesport” and Bike this origin such as the sedimentary Crossing the Euganean Hills. opportunity to test themselves along the hotels in Padua offer attended bike rocks close to igneous ones, or the Starting from the cycle route identified most challenging routes in Treviso area: contrast of gentle profiles with steep by the E2 signpost in Montegrotto the Montello and Mount Grappa. In the first slopes of volcanic peaks. Terme, the track unwinds towards area, with its 21 “prese” (interconnecting The hills are just a few kilometres Este, the walled city boasting a historic paths), bikers will face the acclaimed roads from Padua and are home to the castle, it then continues towards Mount tackled by the cyclists of the World Cycling walled towns of Este and Monselice, Fasolo and the beautiful surrounding Championship. In the latter area, bikers landscape. Close to Padua, the will follow routes that lead to some of the the hamlet of Arquà Petrarca and itinerary allows you, with a brief detour, most hard-fought battlegrounds of the numerous Veneto villas. to explore the cultural heritage , recognized as one of the best and food and wine tradition mountain biking destinations in Europe. of this wonderful territory.

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BOLOGNA ROME Bike Resorts and Excursions • Arabba - Sellaronda Mtb Cherz, Portavescovo, Col di Lana - www.arabba.it • Cortina d’Ampezzo - Tour of the 5 Refuges Mount Cristallo, Mount Sorapiss, Tofane mountain group - www.dolomiti.org/it/cortina/ • Marmolada, Falcade - Forca Rossa Serrai di Sottoguda, Passo San Pellegrino - www.marmolada.com - www.dolomiti.org/it/falcade • Civetta - Superbike Alleghe, Selva di Cadore, Val di Zoldo - www.dolomiti.org/it/alleghe/ - www.dolomiti.org/it/val-di-zoldo/ • Cadore - Tre Cime Bike Auronzo and Misurina, Pieve di Cadore, San Vito di Cadore - www.auronzomisurina.it • Comelico - Crossing Carnia Mount Peralba, Passo Monte Croce - www.valcomelicodolomiti.it • Valbelluna - The Champions’ Circuit Feltre, Belluno, Alpago - www.dolomitiprealpi.it - www.alpagocansiglio.eu • Asiago Plateau - Tour of the Alpine dairy Huts Asiago, Mount Corno, Mount Ortigara - www.asiago.to • Monte Pasubio - The Heroes’ Road Recoaro Terme, Mount Pasubio, Pian delle Fugazze - www.vicenzae.org • Lake Garda - From the Moraine hills to Mount Baldo Lake Garda e Monte Baldo - www.lagodigardaveneto.com • Prosecco Hills - Montello and Mount Grappa Asolo, Montello, Valdobbiadene, Vittorio Veneto - www.marcatreviso.it • Euganean Hills - Crossing the Euganean Hills Abano Terme, Monselice, Este - www.visitabanomontegrotto.com

Veneto Bike Project Coordination: Regional Ministry for Tourism - Tourism Department. Editorial Coordination: Consorzio Dolomiti, Etifor srl. Illustrations: Studio Fludd. Graphic design: TEND.Photos: M. Danesin, M. dell’Agnola, A. Biliani, L. Bussola, M. Crivellari, M. Lasalandra, M. Sangalli, C. Sovilla, U. Stanciu, L. Vettoretto. L. Schenal; archivio fotografico Consorzio Dolomiti, Dolomiti Stars, Arabba Fodom Turismo, themtbbiker.com, Comelico Sappada, Consorzio Lago di Garda è, Museo dell’Occhiale Pieve di Cadore, Consorzio Marca Treviso e Provincia di Padova. December 2017 edition published as party of the inter-regional “Green and Blue - Walking and Cycling Experiences” project, with funding from the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Tourism. Printed: Grafiche Antiga Spa

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