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Colle di Val d'Elsa - San Gimignano Loop
A road cycling route starting from Colle di Val d'Elsa
Discover the medieval hill town of San Gimignano on this challenging road cycling route.
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This road cycling route starting at Colle di Val d'Elsa takes you through the scenic countryside of Tuscany, with a highlight being the iconic town of San Gimignano. The route includes a total ascent of 1452 meters over a distance of 99 kilometers. It is a moderately difficult route that offers stunning views and a cultural experience.
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Start: Colle di Val d'Elsa City centerColle di Val d'Elsa: A cyclist-friendly town with a mix of flat and hilly routes.
Colle di Val d'Elsa is a scenic locality situated in the Toscana region of Italy. From a cyclist's perspective, this town offers a mix of flat and hilly routes, making it suitable for various cycling abilities. One of the notable cycling spots nearby is the climb up to Colle di Val d'Elsa, known for its charming views and challenging gradients. The town itself provides amenities such as bike rentals and guided cycling tours. Overall, Colle di Val d'Elsa is a cyclist-friendly area with diverse routes and beautiful scenery.13 km
13 km
San GimignanoAttractionSan Gimignano is famous for its medieval towers and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
14 km
14 km
La RoccaViewpointLa Rocca is an ancient fortress that offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and landscape.
25 km
25 km
CertaldoTownCertaldo is a charming medieval town known for its historic architecture and wine.
41 km
41 km
MontespertoliTownMontespertoli is a picturesque town surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
63 km
63 km
San Casciano in Val di PesaTownSan Casciano in Val di Pesa is a beautiful village with a rich history and excellent wineries.
80 km
80 km
Tavarnelle Val di PesaVillageTavarnelle Val di Pesa is a tranquil village with scenic views of the Chianti hills.
83 km
83 km
Monte Petri339 mPeakMonte Petri offers breathtaking views of the Tuscan countryside.
92 km
92 km
PoggibonsiTownPoggibonsi is a town with medieval roots and has an imposing castle.
93 km
93 km
Poggio Imperiale199 mPeakPoggio Imperiale is a historic villa that hosts cultural events and exhibitions.
99 km
99 km
Finish: Colle di Val d'Elsa City centerColle di Val d'Elsa: A cyclist-friendly town with a mix of flat and hilly routes.
Cycling routes from Colle di Val d'Elsa:
The Serene Gravel Ride Colle di Val d'Elsa - Gravel Adventure Colle di Val d'Elsa - Tuscan Hill Challenge Cultural Gravel Expedition The Gravel Adventure Colle di Val d'Elsa Countryside Ride Colle di Val d'Elsa - San Gimignano Loop Colle di Val d'Elsa - Monteriggioni Adventure Road Cycling Adventure Gravel Journey of History
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Poggibonsi](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/poggibonsi-1.webp)
![Image of Castellina Scalo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/castellina-scalo-4.webp)
![Image of San Gimignano](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/san-gimignano-4.webp)
![Image of Certaldo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/certaldo-3.webp)
![Image of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/tavarnelle-val-di-pesa-5.webp)
![Image of Gambassi Terme](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/gambassi-terme-5.webp)
![Image of Siena](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/siena-4.webp)
![Image of Rosia](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/toscana/rosia-3.webp)