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Melilli - Monte Pancali Loop


A road cycling route starting from Melilli

Climb up to Monte Pancali and enjoy panoramic views of Sicilia

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Embark on an epic cycling adventure with this challenging round-trip route starting in Melilli. As you make your way through the Sicilian countryside, you will encounter picturesque villages and beautiful landscapes. The highlight of the route is the climb up to Monte Pancali, offering panoramic views that are worth the effort. With a high difficulty level, this route is recommended for experienced cyclists looking for a legendary cycling experience. Highlights along the route include Cozzo Ferrante with its stunning views, the charming village of Cassaro, and the scenic Monte Pavone.

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103 km
1896 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Melilli City center
Melilli: Charming town with scenic roads for road and gravel cycling.
Melilli is a small town located in Sicily, Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, Melilli offers some beautiful countryside roads and scenic views. The routes in and around Melilli are mainly flat and rolling terrain, making it a suitable destination for road cyclists as well as gravel cyclists. The town itself has some charming streets and historic buildings to explore. As for tourism, Melilli is not a well-known tourist destination but it can serve as a base for exploring the nearby cities and towns such as Syracuse and Catania. Overall, Melilli provides a pleasant cycling experience and can be enjoyed by cyclists of all levels.
MelilliTown
Visit Melilli, a small town with ancient origins and explore its charming historic center.
Cozzo Ferrante249 mPeak
Cozzo Ferrante provides stunning panoramic views and is a great spot for a rest.
Cozzo Santa Niria623 mPeak
Cozzo Santa Niria offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is ideal for a scenic break.
CassaroVillage
Explore Cassaro, a hidden gem with narrow streets and well-preserved medieval architecture.
Monte Pavone833 mPeak
Monte Pavone is a challenging climb but rewards you with beautiful views from the top.
BuccheriVillage
Buccheri is a charming town known for its picturesque location and historic center.
PedagaggiVillage
Pedagaggi offers stunning views of the Sicilian countryside and is worth a stop to admire the landscape.
Monte Pancali483 mPeak
Monte Pancali is the highest point on the route, providing breathtaking panoramic views.
Cozzo Ogliastri416 mPeak
Cozzo Ogliastri offers stunning vistas of the surrounding mountains and countryside.
Finish: Melilli City center
Melilli: Charming town with scenic roads for road and gravel cycling.

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