The land of great cycle paths
Emilia-Romagna offers a network of routes that range from cities of art to rural landscapes dotted with hills and vineyards. The major cycle routes (the Via Romagna, the Ciclovia del Sole, and the Ciclovia Adriatica) offer every cyclist the opportunity to experience wide-ranging itineraries, while themed routes like the Food Valley Bike guide travelers to discover gastronomic excellence.
It’s among the hills that cycling reveals the soul of the region, reaching picturesque villages like Brisighella, a medieval jewel among castles nestled in the Vena del Gesso Regional Park, best explored by bike, or Dozza, a historic village with a fortress near the routes that, with a little extra effort, also allow you to cross the regional border and reach Tuscany. Pedaling among fortresses and castles, you’ll come across Verucchio, Bertinoro, perfect for a scenic stop, and Longiano, ideal for a leisurely weekend.
Even in the mountains, the region has a surprising array of options: among the most popular climbs accessible by bike are the Raticosa Pass, the Futa Pass, the wild Mandrioli Pass, the trans-regional Cisa Pass, the legendary climb up Monte Carpegna, and the ascent to the source of the Tiber on Monte Fumaiolo.
Every ride in Emilia-Romagna is an invitation to slow down, savor, and observe.
