Gravel Mountain Challenge
A gravel cycling route starting from Avezzano
Conquer the mountainous terrain on your gravel bike
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Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping gravel adventure with this 108 km route near Avezzano. With an ascent of 2705 m, this challenging route takes you through Monte Salviano, Capistrello, Campo Rotondo, Monte San Nicola, Castello di Pereto, Monte Midia, Tagliacozzo, Scurcola Marsicana, and Le tre Conche. Overcome rugged trails and conquer steep climbs while immersing yourself in the wild beauty of Abruzzo.
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108 km
2705 m
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Start: Avezzano City centerAvezzano: Diverse terrain and peaceful rides.
Avezzano is a town located in the Abruzzo region of Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers some good opportunities for road and gravel cycling. The roads around Avezzano are generally in decent condition and provide a mix of flat sections and rolling hills. There are no famous cycling spots or well-known climbs in the immediate vicinity, but it's a good base for exploring the region. Overall, Avezzano is a decent option for cyclists looking for diverse terrain and peaceful rides.3 km
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Monte Salviano910 mMountain PassMonte Salviano is a stunning peak offering panoramic views of the rugged Abruzzo landscape.
10 km
10 km
CapistrelloVillageCapistrello is a picturesque village nestled in the mountains, known for its traditional architecture.
30 km
30 km
Campo RotondoVillageCampo Rotondo is a remote mountainous area with challenging gravel trails and breathtaking vistas.
39 km
39 km
Monte San Nicola1571 mPeakMonte San Nicola is a rugged mountain peak providing fantastic views of the surrounding wild Abruzzo.
50 km
50 km
Castello di PeretoCastleCastello di Pereto is a medieval castle perched on a rocky hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
74 km
74 km
Monte Midia1737 mPeakMonte Midia is a remote peak that rewards gravel cyclists with stunning views and challenging trails.
88 km
88 km
TagliacozzoTownTagliacozzo is a picturesque town with well-preserved medieval buildings and a charming old town center.
97 km
97 km
Scurcola MarsicanaVillageScurcola Marsicana is a historic village known for its traditional architecture and scenic setting.
106 km
106 km
Le tre ConcheCastle RuinsLe tre Conche is a natural reserve known for its unique rock formations and rich biodiversity.
108 km
108 km
Finish: Avezzano City centerAvezzano: Diverse terrain and peaceful rides.
Cycling routes from Avezzano:
Scenic Gravel Ride to Celano and Castello Orsini - Colonna Gravel Ride to Celano and Castello Orsini - Colonna Road Cycling Loop via Monte della Selva and Pescina Mountain Challenge Gravel Adventure Epic Gravel Adventure to Monte Salviano and Subiaco Gravel Mountain Challenge Magliano de' Marsi to Castello Orsini - Colonna Avezzano Loop Exploring Abruzzo
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