Volcanic Hills - Classic
Discover the enchanting riding to be found in the Colli Euganei, Berici, and Asolani. Experience some of Italy's finest cycling routes, breathtaking landscapes, and local treasures.
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Although the towns of Padua and Vicenza are well known, lesser known are their neighbouring cycling havens, respectively the Colli Euganei and the Colli Berici. But cyclists from the area are well aware of the great riding and beautiful scenery to be found in these areas.
Combine that with the great riding to be had around Bassano and the beautiful town of Asolo, and the stage is set for an amazing cycling experience.
Included in this trip
- 4 nights accommodation in select boutique hotels including breakfast
- Pick-up and transfer from the airport to the pick-up hotel (also if arriving in advance of trip start)
- Support with set-up of rental bike, or assembly/disassembly of own bike
- Orientation meeting on day 1
- All on-trip luggage transfers
- Daily on-trip van support
- All on-trip transfers
- Exclusive access to the CyclingHero Companion App with daily multiple route options and local insights
- Access to Hammerhead Karoo-2 bike computer with pre-installed CyclingHero route options
- Bike box storage for the entire duration of the trip
- Post trip drop off at the airport
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Day-to-Day Schedule
The day starts with a flat route West from Treviso that skirts the edge of the city of Padua and joins a section of the Treviso-Ostliglia cycling route. Turning Southward, the striking Colli Euganei or Euganean Hills come into view, a collection of volcanic hills that is a paradise for spa-goers and cyclists alike. The more direct option takes in only one climb before reaching Teolo, while those with the legs can have a go at first riding the route to the summit of the Monte della Madonna, which starts just outside of Teolo.
This day has a lot of variety in terrain and sights. For those looking for a short, challenging ride, an option that passes through the cobbled town of Arquà Petrarca before returning to Teolo is a possibility. A longer, flatter loop in the same area takes in the towns of Este and Arquà Petrarca as it follows the periphery of the volcanic hills. The most challenging loop heads to the nearby Colli Berici for more hilly terrain and beautiful vistas. Situated just south of Vicenza, the ‘Colli’ are a well-known playground for cyclists from the city, and the area is now the largest park dedicated to cycling in Italy. After a mostly flat return from the Colli Berici, a last uphill push has you back in Teolo.
Leaving Teolo and the Colli Euganei, the route skirts the edge of the Colli Berici and passes through Vicenza before heading north and reaching the wine area around Breganze. For those with a shorter ride in mind, it's a mostly flat run to the final destination of Bassano del Grappa via the beautiful town of Marostica.
For a little extra climbing take the short detour up the stunning La Rosina climb which offers fantastic views of the Venetian plains before descending into Bassano del Grappa.
Today there is climbing on the program, how much is up to you. For those wanting a tamer challenge, a scenic loop takes you through the charming hilltop town of Asolo then up to the Canova Temple in Possagno, before returning along a route that hugs the base of the Monte Grappa. For the more ambitious, the imposing Monte Grappa itself awaits with its 17 km and 1500 m of altitude change. Or you can combine these routes for the ultimate finale. Whichever route you decide to take, a cool Aperitivo with beautiful views awaits you back in Bassano.
After a last breakfast in Bassano, it’s time to head back to Venice or Treviso for your trip home or further explorations in the area.
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