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The Crocetta Adventure


A road cycling route starting from Vicovaro

Embark on an 85 km road cycling adventure through beautiful landscapes

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The Crocetta Adventure takes cyclists on an 85 km road cycling route starting near Vicovaro. With an ascent of 2046 meters, this route offers a challenging yet rewarding journey through picturesque landscapes. The highlights of this route include Roccasecca, Pisoniano, La Montagnola, and Castel Madama. Roccasecca, situated at a thrilling distance of 8 km on the route, is known for its historic castle and delightful village atmosphere. Pisoniano, at 18 km, invites cyclists to explore its narrow streets and admire the preserved medieval architecture. La Montagnola, at 40 km, treats riders to breathtaking views of rolling hills and blooming meadows. Finally, Castel Madama, at 78 km, greets visitors with its beautiful castle and enchanting setting.

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85 km
2046 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Vicovaro Village center
Vicovaro: Town near natural parks with both road and gravel cycling opportunities.
Vicovaro is a town in the Lazio region of Italy. With its proximity to natural parks and mountainous terrains, Vicovaro offers great opportunities for both road and gravel cycling. Cyclists can enjoy challenging climbs and scenic routes in this area. Road cyclists can tackle climbs like Monte Livata or Monte Camo, while gravel cyclists can explore the trails in the adjacent natural parks. Vicovaro itself is a charming town with historic sites, such as the ruins of the Roman Aqueduct. It is a great destination for cyclists seeking diverse terrain and cultural experiences.
VicovaroVillage
Vicovaro, the starting point and end of this route, is a charming town with a rich history and beautiful architecture. Take time to explore its quaint streets and enjoy the local cuisine.
Roccasecca657 mPeak
Roccasecca is famous for its impressive castle perched atop a hill, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
PisonianoVillage
Pisoniano delights with its well-preserved medieval architecture, which can be explored on foot through its narrow streets.
Colle della Crocetta974 mPeak
Colle della Crocetta rewards cyclists with breathtaking views at the summit, overlooking a picturesque landscape of rolling hills and charming villages.
La Montagnola564 mPeak
La Montagnola offers cyclists tranquil routes with picturesque vistas of undulating meadows and lush greenery lining the way.
San Gregorio da SassolaVillage
San Gregorio da Sassola nested amongst sublime nature of Lazio, with its rolling sets of green grasslands amidst multiple green valleys.
Colle San Felice580 mPeak
Colle San Felice surprises with its variety of inland biodiversity ranging from spectacular panoramic fields of grass to Ageing yet mesmerising Oak trees.
Castel MadamaVillage
Castel Madama is guerdon Pitstop of utter quietude being home to certain Matteotti Square which’s surrounded luxuriant shady overreads absorbing and transmitting Bronte convent views.
Colle Ottani318 mPeak
Colle Ottani oak induced charming streetways leads the vibrant testament wherein sundry tiny shrines pace affair to scanned biking adventure spectacular scenery in their thee coming through cycling trail witnesses.
Finish: Vicovaro Village center
Vicovaro: Town near natural parks with both road and gravel cycling opportunities.

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