Between Romagna and Marche by Gravel Bike

Name: Between Romagna and Marche by Gravel Bike
Brand: Cyclando
Price: 731 EUR
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Half

Road cycling holidays, Gravel bike tour, E-bike tours

Duration

4 days

Duration

185Km

Self-guided

The beauty of this package is in the freedom it offers: without a guide, you are free to decide the timing, pace, and stops of your journey. Travel freely, travel your way!

Weekend

3/5 Medium

Moderate, between 35 and 85 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 300 and 1000 meters.

Ring

The starting point is the same as the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Description

Day 1: Cattolica/Riccione - San Giovanni in Marignano - Morciano di Romagna - Montefiore Conca - Cattolica/Riccione (45 Km, +/-550 m) or Cattolica/Riccione - San Giovanni in Marignano - Morciano di Romagna - Montefiore Conca - Montecolombo - Montescudo - Coriano - San Clemente - Cattolica/Riccione (60 Km, +/-950 m)
Individual arrival, hotel check-in, and bike delivery at 2 p.m. After sorting out your luggage, you will start your first tour stage. Saddle up and journey through the enchanting Conca Valley, teeming with picturesque marvels. Following this beautiful route, you'll reach Morciano di Romagna. For the more trained cyclists, there is the option to extend the route up to Montefiore Conca, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, nestled amidst nature, and dominated by the enchanting Malatesta Castle. On your way back, you will have an opportunity to rest and enjoy a wine tasting at the Enio Ottaviani Winery We make wine for Friends. Free dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Cattolica.

Day 2: Cattolica/Riccione - Gradara - Cattolica/Riccione (55 Km, +/-770) or Cattolica/Riccione - Gradara - Pesaro - Tavullia - Novilara - Candelara - Fano - Cattolica/Riccione (85 Km, +/-1100 m)
After breakfast, today's itinerary will take you to the border between Romagna and Marche. On your bike, you will arrive at the enchanting and romantic Gradara Castle, a place narrated in Dante's Divine Comedy, which tells the dramatic love story of Paolo and Francesca. Biking through nature, splendid landscapes, and magnificent Marchigiano villages, you'll reach Fano, a charming town rich in Roman and medieval history along the seafront. The route continues on the Via Panoramica, a path mainly used by experienced cyclists. With its descents, woods, cliffs, and villages, it is considered one of the top 10 beautiful roads in Italy. Going through picturesque landscapes, such as enchanting Fiorenzuola di Focara, you will reach Gabicce Monte, known as the viewpoint over Romagna, where you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view while savoring a delicious piadina with grilled sardonici. Free dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Cattolica/Riccione.

Day 3: Cattolica/Riccione - Saludecio - Mondaino - Montegridolfo - Colbordolo - Montefabbri - Borgo Massano (40 Km, +/-780) or Cattolica/Riccione - Saludecio - Mondaino - Montegridolfo - Mombaroccio - Colbordolo - Montefabbri - Borgo Massano (85 Km, +/-1700 m)
Today, you will bike through castles and art in the land of the Dukes of Malatesta and Montefeltro. Biking through a borderland rich in monumental historical events and natural beauties. You'll traverse vast valleys with ever-changing colors, the same that served as backdrops to masterpieces by great artists like Piero della Francesca and Leonardo da Vinci. Then you'll pass through Saludecio, a city of murals and colorful buildings, before reaching Mondaino, a place immersed in woods and countryside. In this captivating place, you can let the panorama engulf you as you relax with a plate of its famous fossa cheese. Later you'll visit Montegridolfo, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, Colbordolo, and Montefabbri before arriving at Borgo Massano. For the more trained cyclists, there is a chance to pass through Mombaroccio, a lovely medieval village in the province of Pesaro Urbino nestled in the gentle hills of the immediate interior. The day concludes upon arrival at the farmhouse where you'll stay, savouring a delightful light lunch by the swimming pool. A three-course dinner is included, and you'll spend the night at a farmhouse in Borgo Massano.

Day 4: Borgo Massano - Urbino - Fermignano - Acqualagna - Furlo - Riccione/Cattolica (45 Km, +/-790 m) or Borgo Massano - Urbino - Fermignano - Acqualagna - Furlo - Urbania - Riccione/Cattolica (90 Km, +/-1450 m)
The final day will be dedicated to exploring Marche, a region characterized by its gentle hills and extraordinary landscapes. After breakfast, you'll set off to Urbino, a symbol city of Marche where you can still taste past times. Then, you will cycle a captivating route that leads to Fermignano and Acqualagna, famous for its refined truffle-based gastronomy. You'll then reach the Furlo Gorge, a stunning canyon eroded by the continuous flow of the Candigliano river. As it winds its way between the extraordinary verdant cliffs reflecting in the river, the water takes on an emerald green hue. The itinerary continues towards Mount Pietralata and Mount Paganuccio. Rest on the mesozoic limestone rocks of the latter, enjoying the view before returning to the farmhouse. You can opt to continue cycling to Urbania before returning to the farmhouse. The tour concludes with a transfer to Riccione/Cattolica. Service ends and individual departure.

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✅ What is included in the trip?

Travel/Medical Insurance 24/24
Overnight stay and breakfast
Luggage transfer
Local telephone assistance 7/7
Detailed description and maps of the itinerary
GPS or navigation APP
1 light lunch
1 dinner
Transfer from Furlo Gorge to the farm (Enjoy Route)
Transfer from Borgo Massano to Cattolica/Riccione (day 4)
Assistance for recovery in case of emergency

❌ What is not included?

Transfers not listed as "Included"
City tax
Tips
Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
Bike rental
Extras
Entrance fees, ferries and anything not listed as "Included"
Welcome briefing

💸 Cancellation fees

Time Range
Full refund
More 29 days of departure
75%
From 13 to 29 days before departure
50%
Up to 7 days before departure
Not refundable

Between Romagna and Marche by Gravel Bike

To traverse the fascinating Conca Valley in the best way: on a gravel bike
To cycle on the Panoramic Route, one of the 10 most beautiful roads in Italy, and enjoy descents, woods, cliffs, and villages
To immerse yourself in the changing colors of the Romagna valleys, which served as backgrounds for paintings by great artists such as Piero della Francesca and Leonardo da Vinci
To stop in the world of Dante and discover the magnificent Castle of Gradara, which was the backdrop to the moving story of Paolo and Francesca
To discover the wonderful canyon of Marche: the Furlo Gorge, with its extraordinary green cliffs
To enjoy local specialities and relax by the pool in a farmhouse
To live a magnificent adventure cycling to discover Emilia Romagna and the Marche by bike on a top-range gravel bike

🙋 Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my own bike?
Of course! You can participate in any tour with your own bicycle or rent one. However, we recommend renting because not all spare parts are the same, and only with our bikes can we guarantee the best mechanical assistance.
What kind of assistance will I have during the trip?
You will always have an emergency phone number to refer to. In self-guided trips, you should be able to perform minor repairs, like replacing a tube in case of a puncture, or fixing a dropped chain, but you can always count on local assistance for more serious breakdowns.
How do I know if a tour is within my capabilities?
We classify tours on a scale from 1 to 5 based on length, elevation, and complexity of the itinerary, but if you have doubts, contact us and we will help you find the most suitable journey for you.
What is the cost of renting bicycles?
The rental cost varies depending on the bicycle model and the duration of the tour. For some tours, we offer the possibility to rent different types of bicycles. During the purchase process for each route, you will be asked to indicate your preferred bike type and the corresponding price will be shown, so you can choose freely and without surprises.
Are rented bikes equipped with accessories like lights or bags?
Yes, rented bicycles are equipped with all necessary accessories to comply with road traffic regulations (lights, bell, etc.). A lock, repair kit, and a bag to carry everything you need for a day in the saddle are always included in the rental. Additionally, we offer the option to request extra accessories based on your needs.