The beautiful area of Montefeltro full of fortresses and castles, such as the Fortress of San Leo, a beautiful medieval village situated on top of a rocky spur.
Gradara (PU), a small village on the border between the Marche and Emilia Romagna, with its fortress and the story of Paolo and Francesca, described by Dante in the Divine Comedy’s Inferno.
Montegridolfo, a small restored village, a true open-air museum, with the San Rocco church and the Beata VerginedelleGrazie Sanctuary, rich in sacred art.
Saludecio, a small village surrounded by its typically Renaissance ancient walls, famous for the 19th century Festival, a costume party that involves the whole village.
Pennabilli, of ancient origins, rich in archaeological remains and home of the poet and Maestro Tonino Guerra who left many of his works here. Must see: Luoghidell’anima, a widespread museum that comes from the mind and the hand of Tonino Guerra.
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As you may have already known, we have partnered with the best bicycle touring company in Rimini: BIKE TOUR RIMINI
They organize fantastic excursions and interesting bike tours in the historic center of Rimini. Our favorite excursions are the following:
Cycling in the lands of the Malatesta
Every Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday, meeting at 8.30 am from Rimini Bike Tour. Duration of excursion 2.30 hours
Not everyone knows that, behind Rimini, there is a boundless territory that borders with Tuscany and the Marche. This marvelous territory, still little known today, in the Middle Ages was the undisputed domain of the Malatesta. With our assisted pedal mountain bikes and the support of our guides, you can venture out on these marvelous hills, crossing ancient paths from where you can admire the sea and see ancient Malatesta fortresses, cross vineyards, olive groves and farms of Romagna
At San Leo in ebike mtb between sport and magic
Every Wednesday I meet at Ponte Verucchio at 9.00 am, average duration of the excursion about 4 hours
Meeting points and departure for the excursion By bike to San Leo are Ponte Verucchio from May to October and Pietracuta from November to April.
The route starts on a dirt road and crosses the Val Marecchia along the river.
On the sides of the road the splendid hills of the municipalities of Verucchio, Saiano, Montebello and San Marino. Cities and fortresses of Val Marecchia that can be appreciated in all their grandeur along the tourist cycle route. Leaving the unpaved road, the climb that leads the group to the medieval fortress of San Leo begins.
By cycling the path you can admire a truly breathtaking landscape that offers continuous wonderful views and natural surprises.
Three quarters of the way up a small detour allows you to admire the splendid Franciscan convent of Sant’Igne and the suggestive cloister built on land donated to San Francesco. By bike to San Leo where you can admire the majesty of the Rocca di San Leo.
Night
Every Thursday and Friday meeting at 19.30 from Bike Tour Rimini, Duration 3 hours excursion
This excursion is, in our opinion, one of the most fascinating excursions to try, a unique experience of its kind, which you will always remember. You will discover the charm of pedaling on our hills at night, from where you can admire the illuminated coast, the ancient villages that shine in the night and our traveling companions, will be the stars and the moon. It starts at sunset, perhaps one of the most beautiful moments to admire our hills and discover how, with the passing of hours, the colors and shapes will be constantly changing. Like all our excursions safety is paramount, you will be accompanied by an expert guide who will always be by your side and our bicycles, for the occasion, will be equipped with professional lights.
