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Recco - Monte Santa Croce Loop
A road cycling route starting from Recco
A challenging ride that takes you from Recco to the top of Monte Santa Croce
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This route is a challenging ride that takes you from the charming coastal town of Recco to the top of Monte Santa Croce. With a total distance of 165 kilometers and an ascent of 3856 meters, this ride will test even the fittest cyclists. The highlights along the route include the scenic town of Bogliasco, the vibrant city of Genoa, and the picturesque village of Pegli. As you make your way up to the summit of Monte Santa Croce, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Ligurian coast. This ride is definitely not for the faint-hearted, but it offers a memorable cycling experience for those who are up to the challenge.
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Start: Recco City centerRecco: Picturesque town with diverse cycling routes
Recco is a picturesque town located in Liguria, Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, Recco offers a mix of flat and hilly roads, making it suitable for both leisurely rides and more challenging cycling endeavors. The coastline of Recco is known for its scenic beauty and panoramic views. Nearby, cyclists can explore the legendary climbs of Monte Portofino, which offer a thrilling experience. Recco is a cycling-friendly town with plenty to discover for cyclists of all levels.5 km
5 km
Monte Santa Croce518 mPeakMonte Santa Croce offers panoramic views of the Ligurian coast.
7 km
7 km
BogliascoVillageBogliasco is a charming coastal town known for its picturesque waterfront.
19 km
19 km
GenoaCityGenoa, the capital of Liguria, is a vibrant city with a rich maritime history.
22 km
22 km
Via Dino Col - Via RigolaViewpointVia Dino Col - Via Rigola is a scenic road that takes you through beautiful countryside.
31 km
31 km
PegliSub-urbPegli is a picturesque village with colorful houses and a lovely promenade.
38 km
38 km
Colla di PràViewpointColla di Prà is a challenging climb that rewards you with stunning views of the Ligurian coast.
51 km
51 km
Passo del Turchino530 mMountain PassPasso del Turchino is a famous mountain pass often used in professional cycling races.
54 km
54 km
MasoneVillageMasone is a small village known for its traditional Ligurian architecture.
63 km
63 km
Monte la Torre487 mPeakMonte la Torre offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
64 km
64 km
RossiglioneVillageRossiglione is a charming hilltop town with narrow streets and medieval buildings.
73 km
73 km
Belforte MonferratoVillageBelforte Monferrato is a beautiful village perched on a hilltop.
94 km
94 km
CarrosioVillageCarrosio is a picturesque village surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
94 km
94 km
Rocca di Pre312 mPeakRocca di Pre is an ancient castle located in the charming village of Carrosio.
104 km
104 km
Passo della Castagnola578 mMountain PassPasso della Castagnola is a challenging climb that rewards you with breathtaking views.
111 km
111 km
BusallaVillageBusalla is a small town located on the banks of the Scrivia River.
124 km
124 km
MontoggioVillageMontoggio is a picturesque village surrounded by rolling hills and forests.
136 km
136 km
Passo della Scoffera674 mMountain PassPasso della Scoffera is a challenging climb known for its steep gradients.
146 km
146 km
Monte Croce dei Fò973 mPeakMonte Croce dei Fò offers panoramic views of the Ligurian coastline and surrounding mountains.
159 km
159 km
SoriVillageSori is a charming coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and colorful waterfront.
165 km
165 km
Finish: Recco City centerRecco: Picturesque town with diverse cycling routes
Cycling routes from Recco:
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Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Sori](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/sori-3.webp)
![Image of Pieve Ligure](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/pieve-ligure-4.webp)
![Image of Uscio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/uscio-3.webp)
![Image of Bogliasco](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/bogliasco-5.webp)
![Image of Santa Margherita Ligure](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/santa-margherita-ligure-4.webp)
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