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The Castelnuovo Loop
A road cycling route starting from Assisi
Fall in love with the charm of Castelnuovo and enjoy a scenic ride through Umbria.
![Map miniature of "The Castelnuovo Loop" cycling inspiration in Umbria, Italy. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/italy/umbria/assisi/road/126645.webp)
Embark on a delightful journey around Assisi with the Castelnuovo Loop. This route covers a total distance of 79 kilometers with a challenging ascent of 926 meters. The relatively shorter distance makes it suitable for moderately experienced cyclists looking for a satisfying ride. The route offers breathtaking views of the Umbrian countryside as you pedal through picturesque towns and villages. Explore the historic Piazza Nuova, with its beautiful architecture and lively atmosphere, situated at the 17-kilometer mark. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Palazzo atop a hill at the 73-kilometer mark, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape. Perugia, renowned for its rich history and cultural heritage, awaits you at the 49-kilometer mark. Its iconic structures and vibrant ambiance will captivate your senses. Conclude your journey at La Terrazza, known for its stunning landscape and calming environment, offering a perfect spot for relaxation and reflection.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Assisi:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Santa Maria degli Angeli](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/santa-maria-degli-angeli-5.webp)
![Image of Palazzo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/palazzo-3.webp)
![Image of Petrignano](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/petrignano-4.webp)
![Image of Cannara](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/cannara-5.webp)
![Image of Spello](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/spello-4.webp)
![Image of Valfabbrica](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/valfabbrica-5.webp)
![Image of Foligno](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/foligno-4.webp)
![Image of Bevagna](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/bevagna-5.webp)
![Image of Nocera Umbra](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/umbria/nocera-umbra-5.webp)