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The Gravel Adventure


A gravel cycling route starting from Noto

Embark on a gravel cycling adventure filled with beautiful landscapes and challenging terrains

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The Gravel Adventure is a 60-kilometer route perfect for gravel enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating ride beyond the beaten path. With a total ascent of 1147 meters, this route takes you through stunning Sicilian countryside, offering breathtaking views and unique highlights along the way. Starting in Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its baroque architecture, you'll experience the thrill of riding on gravel roads surrounded by untouched nature.

gravel
60 km
1147 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Noto City center
Noto: Breathtaking coastal roads and stunning architecture.
Noto is a town located in Sicily, Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, Noto offers some fantastic coastal roads with breathtaking views. The routes around Noto are mainly flat and can cater to all levels of cyclists, from beginners to experienced riders. The town itself is known for its stunning Baroque architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. In terms of tourism, Noto is a popular destination and attracts tourists interested in history, cuisine, and architecture. Overall, Noto is a must-visit place for cyclists who want to combine scenic rides with cultural exploration.
NotoTown
Noto, the starting point, is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its intricate Baroque architecture.
Monte Tremaiali165 mPeak
Monte Tremaiali offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes.
Cozzo Scalarangio196 mPeak
Cozzo Scalarangio provides stunning views and a rewarding off-road cycling experience.
Cozzo Scozzaria233 mPeak
Cozzo Scozzaria is a picturesque spot surrounded by untouched nature.
Timpasole371 mPeak
Timpasole offers incredible natural beauty and a challenging gravel ride.
Porta RealeAttraction
Porta Reale, the ending point, is the main gate of Noto and a popular gathering place for locals and tourists alike.
Finish: Noto City center
Noto: Breathtaking coastal roads and stunning architecture.

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