We have classified the routes, according to difficulty, as follows.
* = easy (easy from a technical point of view on a mountain bike, even though a certain amount of pedalling is necessary) at least a weekly ride.
** = medium ( good physical fitness and a certain amount of familiarity with the techniques of riding a MTB are necessary, as there are certain parts along the route which present some technical difficulties).
*** = difficult (apart from a high level of physical fitness, good control of the MTB is necessary, as there are certain parts of the route which are technically difficult).
A certain ability to adapt to circumstances is also necessary, as always, when travelling through unspoilt countryside.
The accommodation is also in line with our philosophy of combining sport, history and nature. We have chosen hotels or 'agriturismi' which guarantee good quality, with ensuite bedrooms, and food which includes local dishes.
The price is per person and it includes:
- Accommodation in 2 or 3 star hotels or 'agriturismi', in double rooms with private bathroom;
- Half-board (bed, breakfast and evening meal);
- Packed lunch provided by the organization;
- Transfer from the airport nearest to points of arrival and departure, only for long itineraries;
- Transfer of luggage between hotels;
- Guide/instructor from the Italian MTB Association;
- Insurance.
On request, at the cost of an extra 150,000 Itl per week:
a front suspended MTB with at least a Shimano Deore gears and pedals which can be attached to the rider's shoe.
Period:
All the itineraries are feasible from April until the end of October. The organisation reserves the right to modify the routes due to bad weather or impassability of the paths.
Clothing:
Apart from normal clothing the following garments are recommended:
Helmet, a change of cycling clothes, gloves, waterproof cape, 2 water-bottles, MTB shoes, sun screen, 18/19 litre cyclist's backpack.
Euganei Hills **
The fortresses of Romagna **/***
The Chianti Region **
Pesaro and Urbino **