• Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
  • Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany
Italy / Tuscany

Gravel cycling excursion in Tuscany

Réf : GKJYJV

In summary

  • Sports
    Gravel biking
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Gravel biking
    Beginner
    For recreational cyclists or commuters: you are active and engage in occasional physical activity. You wish to cover short distances—between 40 and 60 km per day—over mixed terrain with an elevation gain of up to 800m.
    Intermediate
    For recreational cyclists or commuters: you are active and engage in occasional physical activity. You wish to cover short distances—between 40 and 60 km—over mixed terrain, with an elevation gain of 800 to 1,200 meters per day.
    Confirmed
    For those who cycle regularly and competitively: you are active and engage in physical activity every week. You wish to cover distances of 50 to 80 km over mixed, unfamiliar terrain, with an elevation gain of 1,000 to 1,500 meters per day.
    Advanced
    For those who regularly go on long rides with friends, you train several times a week. You want to cover distances of 70 to 80 km over mixed or unfamiliar terrain, with 1,500m of elevation gain per day.
    Expert
    For those who regularly go on long rides, you train several times a week. You aim to cover distances of up to 100 km per day over mixed or unfamiliar terrain, with an elevation gain of 1,500 m per day.
  • Destination
    Italy / Tuscany
  • Age
    From 16 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    22.09 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇮🇹
    Italian
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

In the heart of a secluded Tuscany , this gravel adventure invites you to discover the Casentino , a preserved territory where nature still largely reigns supreme. Starting from Pratovecchio-Stia , the forest tracks wind through vast beech and fir forests, offering a smooth and immersive ride through the heart of the Apennines .

The route leads to the spiritual heights of Camaldoli , winding between secluded monasteries and paths steeped in history, before crossing the spectacular Lama Forest , a wild and unspoiled nature reserve. The effort is rewarded with stunning panoramic mountain passes , long descents , and sweeping views of the Tuscan landscape.

The adventure continues to Bagno di Romagna , renowned for its thermal baths , ideal for recovering after exertion, then reaches the outskirts of the medieval village of Poppi , dominated by its castle.

Conceived as a total immersion , this trip combines sporting adventure , contemplation and simple pleasures , for those who wish to ride far from the beaten track , at the pace of an authentic and deeply inspiring Tuscany.

The highlights

  • 250 km of gravel in the Casentino region, between medieval villages and ancient forests
  • The Lama Forest, a natural sanctuary where silence and raw nature reign
  • Relaxing in the warm waters of Bagno di Romagna after the day's exertions
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Sport

Level

Gravel biking

Confirmed

Levels

Gravel biking
Beginner
For recreational cyclists or commuters: you are active and engage in occasional physical activity. You wish to cover short distances—between 40 and 60 km per day—over mixed terrain with an elevation gain of up to 800m.
Intermediate
For recreational cyclists or commuters: you are active and engage in occasional physical activity. You wish to cover short distances—between 40 and 60 km—over mixed terrain, with an elevation gain of 800 to 1,200 meters per day.
Confirmed
For those who cycle regularly and competitively: you are active and engage in physical activity every week. You wish to cover distances of 50 to 80 km over mixed, unfamiliar terrain, with an elevation gain of 1,000 to 1,500 meters per day.
Advanced
For those who regularly go on long rides with friends, you train several times a week. You want to cover distances of 70 to 80 km over mixed or unfamiliar terrain, with 1,500m of elevation gain per day.
Expert
For those who regularly go on long rides, you train several times a week. You aim to cover distances of up to 100 km per day over mixed or unfamiliar terrain, with an elevation gain of 1,500 m per day.
For those who cycle regularly and competitively: you are active and engage in physical activity every week. You wish to cover distances of 50 to 80 km over mixed, unfamiliar terrain, with an elevation gain of 1,000 to 1,500 meters per day.

In figures

Gravel

  • Average distance/day: 63 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1000 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇮🇹
Italian
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Giuseppe

Hi, I'm Giuseppe! Italian by birth, but living in Chamonix. I grew up near Lake Garda, between mountains and swimming, always on the go.

As a teenager, I caught the freeride bug: winter snowboarding in the Dolomites, summer downhill mountain biking. In short, cycling isn't just a means of transport for me, it's a way of life. Today, I'm a cycling guide, and frankly, it was a natural progression!

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    Day 1

    • Activity Gravel
    • Distance 30 km
    • Positive elevation gain 800 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    We set off at noon from Pratovecchio-Stia, at the gateway to the Casentino Forests National Park. After a few kilometers of warm-up, we quickly reach the shaded trails that wind beneath the beech and fir trees. The gradual climb leads us to Camaldoli, a spiritual center founded in the 11th century. We take the time to explore the monastery and hermitage before spending the night in a nearby inn, immersed in a peaceful atmosphere.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Stia, Arezzo - Toscane
Day 1 : 12h00
End of stay
Stia, Arezzo - Toscane
Day 4 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Pratovecchio-Stia

There is a local line operated by Trasporto Ferroviario Toscano (TFT) which connects Arezzo to Stia with several intermediate stops (approximately 1h10–1h20 )

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport de Florence – Peretola (FLR)

From FLR (Florence) : shuttle bus / taxi to Florence train station then train to Arezzo → connecting TFT train or bus to Stia.

Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip was led by Giuseppe, a passionate cycling guide.
  2. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 4
  3. Farm stays with locals (agriturismo/rifugio) in the heart of the Foreste Casentinesi National Park
  4. Repair equipment: everything needed to repair the bike is provided by the guide during the stay

The price does not include

  1. Bicycle rental (available as an option)
  2. Drinks and personal expenses
  3. Transportation to get there
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Gravel bike rental : CHF173.81 / person
  2. Additional night before the stay : CHF91.48 / person
  3. Additional night after the stay : CHF91.48 / person
  4. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
The Marie team
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The Marie team

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