Gravel Ride to Montepulciano and Petroio
A gravel cycling route starting from Lucignano
Embark on a gravel ride with highlights including Montepulciano and Petroio
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Discover the beauty of rural Tuscany on this gravel cycling route starting near Lucignano. With highlights like Montepulciano and Petroio, this 77 km route offers a moderate challenge with an elevation gain of 1360 meters. You will pedal through vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside, surrounded by the scent of Tuscan herbs and breathtaking landscapes.
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77 km
1360 m
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Lucignano Village centerLucignano: Exploring the captivating medieval town of Lucignano and conquering the ascent to Monte San Savino.
Lucignano is a charming town located in the Tuscany region of Italy. It offers a pleasant mix of scenic roads and moderate climbs, making it suitable for both road and gravel cycling. The area is surrounded by beautiful countryside, dotted with vineyards and olive groves. Lucignano itself is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, providing an interesting backdrop for exploring by bike. Nearby, you can find the renowned ride to the Monte San Savino, a popular climb among cyclists. Cyclists visiting Lucignano can enjoy the combination of history, nature, and cycling routes that this locality offers.1 km
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Pieve VecchiaHamletMake a short detour to Pieve Vecchia and marvel at its ancient church and peaceful atmosphere.
22 km
22 km
Abbadia di MontepulcianoVillageAbbadia di Montepulciano offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the region, with its well-preserved abbey complex.
32 km
32 km
MontepulcianoTownMontepulciano is renowned for its red wine production; take a break and sample some of the local vintages.
56 km
56 km
PetroioVillagePetroio is a quaint village where you can admire its medieval architecture and explore the surrounding natural beauty.
59 km
59 km
Piazza di Siena643 mPeakPiazza di Siena in Petroio is a charming square where you can relax and soak in the atmosphere.
67 km
67 km
SinalungaTownSinalunga is a historic town with a medieval heritage and is worth exploring during your ride.
76 km
76 km
Fortezza mediceaCastleThe Fortezza medicea is a stunning historic fortress in the town of Sinalunga that provides panoramic views of the surrounding area.
77 km
77 km
Finish: Lucignano Village centerLucignano: Exploring the captivating medieval town of Lucignano and conquering the ascent to Monte San Savino.
Cycling routes from Lucignano:
Lucignano Gravel Ride Scenic Gravel Adventure through Poggio Capanna and Laterina Gravel Ride to Montepulciano and Petroio Road to Castiglion Fibocchi and Terranuova Bracciolini Gravel Adventure to Scrofiano and Bagni di Montalceto Lucignano Gravel Escape Road Cycling to Pergine Valdarno and Quarata Lucignano to Palazzuolo Lucignano to Monteriggioni Lucignano to San Giovanni Valdarno