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The Castles of Emilia-Romagna
A road cycling route starting from Ponte Taro
Travel through the heart of Emilia-Romagna and discover the region's rich history and architectural heritage.
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This cycling route takes you on a journey through the beautiful Emilia-Romagna region, known for its stunning castles and historic sites. Begin your adventure in Ponte Taro and pedal through picturesque landscapes as you make your way to Castelguelfo, an impressive medieval fortress. Along the way, you'll pass Parola, known for its charming village atmosphere, and Rocca Pallavicino, a magnificent castle perched on a hilltop. The highlight of this route is Carzeto, a hidden gem surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. End your ride in Bellena, where you can enjoy sweeping views of the countryside. Overall, this route offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
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58 km
63 m
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Start: Ponte Taro Village centerPonte Taro: Cycling Paradise Amidst Stunning Landscapes in Ponte Taro
Ponte Taro, located in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, is a popular destination for road and gravel cyclists. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Ponte Taro offers a mix of challenging climbs and rolling hills for cyclists of all levels. The region is home to well-paved roads surrounded by picturesque countryside, vineyards, and historic towns. A major highlight for cyclists in Ponte Taro is the nearby Passo del Brugno, a legendary climb renowned for its scenic vistas and challenging gradients.1 km
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CastelguelfoHamletExplore Castelguelfo, a captivating medieval fortress with a rich history.
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9 km
ParolaHamletExperience the charming village atmosphere of Parola during your ride.
28 km
28 km
Rocca PallavicinoCastleVisit Rocca Pallavicino, an impressive castle perched on a hilltop.
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41 km
CarzetoVillageDiscover Carzeto, a hidden gem surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards.
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53 km
BellenaHamletTake in the sweeping views of the countryside from Bellena.
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Finish: Ponte Taro Village centerPonte Taro: Cycling Paradise Amidst Stunning Landscapes in Ponte Taro
Cycling routes from Ponte Taro:
Gravel Bliss in Fontevivo The Hills and Castles of Emilia-Romagna Bianconese Gravel Adventure Hidden Gems of Emilia-Romagna Countryside Delights of Emilia-Romagna The Castles of Emilia-Romagna Gravel Adventure in Emilia-Romagna Mountainous Escape: Costa Combù Road to Baloardo Sant'Elmo The Majestic Loop of Monte Santa Maria
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Noceto](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/noceto-3.webp)
![Image of Vicofertile](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/vicofertile-3.webp)
![Image of Fontanellato](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/fontanellato-4.webp)
![Image of Baganzola](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/baganzola-3.webp)
![Image of Collecchio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/collecchio-3.webp)
![Image of Medesano](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/medesano-4.webp)
![Image of Parma](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/parma-4.webp)
![Image of San Secondo Parmense](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/san-secondo-parmense-5.webp)
![Image of Fidenza](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/emilia-romagna/fidenza-5.webp)