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Mountain Challenge: Peaks and Historic Towns
A road cycling route starting from Montesilvano Marina
Conquer Abruzzo's epic mountain peaks and explore charming historic towns on this challenging road cycling route.
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Prepare for an unforgettable road cycling experience through the magnificent mountain landscapes and historic towns of Abruzzo. This 152-kilometer route, starting near Montesilvano Marina, offers a challenging ascent of 2624 meters, making it suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. The tour showcases highlights such as Villa Verrocchio, a charming village surrounded by lush greenery; Miglianico, known for its medieval castle perched on a hilltop; and Melone, offering panoramic views of the vast surrounding valleys and mountains. Another notable highlight is Civitella Messer Raimondo, a small village exuding medieval charm and an exceptional atmosphere. As you continue your journey, you'll encounter Villa Comunale, a picturesque park providing a tranquil oasis amidst the stunning scenery. The route also includes Guardiagrele, a town with remarkable architectural heritage, and Belvedere di San Silvestro, rewarding cyclists with breathtaking vistas of Abruzzo's mountains. Concluding back in Montesilvano, you'll be able to relax on the beautiful sandy beaches and reflect on your epic cycling achievement.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Montesilvano Marina:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Silvi](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/silvi-5.webp)
![Image of Cappelle sul Tavo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/cappelle-sul-tavo-4.webp)
![Image of Spoltore](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/spoltore-5.webp)
![Image of Città Sant'Angelo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/citta-sant-angelo-3.webp)
![Image of Villa Raspa](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/villa-raspa-5.webp)
![Image of Pescara](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/pescara-4.webp)
![Image of Sambuceto](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/abruzzo/sambuceto-5.webp)