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Challenge Yourself on the Hills of Pretoro and Abbateggio


A road cycling route starting from Guardiagrele

Embark on a challenging cycling route through Pretoro and Abbateggio

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Experience the thrill of conquering the hills of Pretoro and Abbateggio on this 100-kilometer cycling route. With a total ascent of 2645 meters, this road cycling route is recommended for experienced cyclists. The route is suitable for road bikes.

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100 km
2645 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Guardiagrele City center
Guardiagrele: Charming town with quiet roads and challenging climbs.
Guardiagrele is a small town located in the Abruzzo region of Italy. It is a charming place with narrow streets and historic buildings that transport you back in time. From a cyclist's perspective, the roads around Guardiagrele are mostly quiet and offer scenic views of the surrounding countryside. There are also some challenging climbs nearby, such as Passo Lanciano, which is a well-known climb that attracts many cyclists. Overall, Guardiagrele is a great place for road and gravel cycling, with a good mix of challenging terrain and beautiful scenery.
PretoroVillage
Pretoro is a picturesque village situated on a hill. Cycle through its narrow streets and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Castelluccio1337 mPeak
Castelluccio is a village located in the Majella National Park. It offers stunning views of the mountains and is a challenging section of the route.
LettomanoppelloVillage
Lettomanoppello is a small town known for its historic buildings. Take a moment to marvel at the beautiful architecture before continuing your cycling adventure.
AbbateggioVillage
Abbateggio is a charming village nestled in the hills. Ride through its streets and admire the traditional stone houses and picturesque countryside.
ManoppelloVillage
Manoppello is located near the route and is known for its beautiful churches and religious relics. Take a moment to visit the Basilica of the Holy Face, which houses the Veil of Veronica.
San Martino sulla MarrucinaVillage
San Martino sulla Marrucina is a picturesque village with narrow streets and traditional houses. Explore the town and take in the scenic views from its hilltop location.
GuardiagreleTown
Guardiagrele, the starting and ending point of the route, is a town with a unique charm. It is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, historic buildings, and traditional crafts.
Finish: Guardiagrele City center
Guardiagrele: Charming town with quiet roads and challenging climbs.

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