The Castles and Hills Tour
A road cycling route starting from Gradara
Discover medieval castles and conquer challenging climbs on the Castles and Hills Tour
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The Castles and Hills Tour is a challenging round-trip cycling route starting near Gradara, Italy. This route takes cyclists on a journey through picturesque landscapes, medieval castles, and scenic hills. Highlights of this route include Castello di Gradara, Monte della Cesana, Fermignano, Piobbico, Belvedere panoramico, Monte Cagnero, Sant'Angelo in Vado, Lunano, Monte Grimano Terme, and San Giovanni in Marignano. Rated at 5 out of 5 in difficulty, this route is recommended for experienced and well-trained cyclists. With a total ascent of 2317 meters and a distance of 149 kilometers, the Castles and Hills Tour promises a challenging and rewarding cycling adventure.
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Gradara Village centerGradara: Medieval charm and scenic cycling routes.
Gradara is a charming town located in the Marche region of Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, Gradara offers beautiful scenic routes with rolling hills and stunning countryside views. This locality is especially suitable for road and gravel cyclists, as the roads are well-maintained and there are gravel paths that provide additional adventure. In terms of tourism, Gradara is famous for its medieval castle, which attracts many visitors. Nearby, there are also several well-known cycling spots, such as Monte Catria and Monte Carpegna, where cyclists can challenge themselves with climbs and enjoy breathtaking panoramas.0 km
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Castello di GradaraCastleCastello di Gradara is a perfectly preserved medieval fortress with a rich history and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
32 km
32 km
Monte della Cesana568 mPeakMonte della Cesana offers a challenging climb and rewards cyclists with panoramic views of the Apennine Mountains.
42 km
42 km
FermignanoVillageFermignano is a charming medieval town known for its well-preserved historic center and beautiful architecture.
62 km
62 km
PiobbicoVillagePiobbico is a scenic hilltop town with medieval architecture and stunning views of the Umbrian countryside.
62 km
62 km
Belvedere panoramicoViewpointBelvedere panoramico is a viewpoint that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
80 km
80 km
Monte Cagnero723 mPeakMonte Cagnero is a popular cycling spot known for its challenging climb and rewarding views from the top.
87 km
87 km
Sant'Angelo in VadoVillageSant'Angelo in Vado is a small town with a historic center and picturesque streets, perfect for a leisurely stop during the ride.
98 km
98 km
LunanoVillageLunano is a charming village with a medieval fortress and beautiful views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
120 km
120 km
Monte Grimano TermeVillageMonte Grimano Terme is a small town known for its thermal baths and beautiful scenery.
143 km
143 km
San Giovanni in MarignanoVillageSan Giovanni in Marignano is a historic village with a lovely main square and beautiful church.
149 km
149 km
Finish: Gradara Village centerGradara: Medieval charm and scenic cycling routes.
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