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Chianti Hills


A road cycling route starting from Bucine

Picturesque cycling through the hills of Chianti

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Experience the beauty of the Chianti region as you cycle through rolling hills dotted with vineyards and olive groves. This challenging route takes you through charming Tuscan towns and offers stunning views of the countryside. Explore highlights such as the medieval village of Monteroni d'Arbia and the historic Monteaperti battlefield. With a total ascent of 1521 meters and a distance of 109 kilometers, this road route is suitable for experienced cyclists looking for a challenging ride.

road
109 km
1521 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Pogi Village center
Bucine: Enjoying the scenic countryside roads and exploring historical landmarks in and around Bucine.
Bucine is a delightful town located in the Tuscany region of Italy. For road and gravel cyclists, it offers a combination of scenic countryside roads, gentle climbs, and historical landmarks to explore. The area surrounding Bucine is known for its picturesque landscapes, vineyards, and olive groves. A notable cycling route in the vicinity is the ride to the Abbadia a Isola, which presents cyclists with charming rural scenery. Bucine provides a relaxed atmosphere and ample opportunities for cyclists to immerse themselves in the Tuscan culture and beauty.
PogiVillage
Enjoy the quiet village of Pogi along your route
Poggio Grande360 mPeak
Visit the scenic hilltop village of Poggio Grande
Rapolano TermeVillage
Take a dip in the thermal waters of Rapolano Terme
AscianoTown
Explore the beautiful town of Asciano
Poggio Santa Francesca301 mPeak
Admire the panoramic views from Poggio Santa Francesca
Monteroni d'ArbiaTown
Discover the historic town of Monteroni d'Arbia
MonteapertiVillage
Learn about the famous Battle of Monteaperti
San RegoloHamlet
Visit the ancient church of San Regolo
Monte Luco831 mPeak
Climb to the top of Monte Luco for breathtaking views
NusennaVillage
Pass through the small village of Nusenna
PerelliHamlet
Stop by Perelli, a charming hamlet along the route
Finish: Pogi Village center
Bucine: Enjoying the scenic countryside roads and exploring historical landmarks in and around Bucine.

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Ponticino

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Terranuova Bracciolini

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San Giustino Valdarno

Conquer the breathtaking climbs of San Giustino Valdarno

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Cavriglia-Monastero

Serene rides through captivating Tuscan countryside.

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San Giovanni Valdarno

Conquer the challenging climbs and soak in the picturesque landscapes of San Giovanni Valdarno.

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Loro Ciuffenna

Discovering the medieval charm of Loro Ciuffenna and conquering the legendary Montalbano climb.

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Castiglion Fibocchi

Exploring historical landmarks and experiencing the beauty of the Tuscan countryside in Castiglion Fibocchi.

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Pieve al Toppo

Cycling paradise amidst Tuscan landscapes and legendary climbs.