There is a corner of Umbria that rarely features in cycling stories: the north of the region, the Upper Tiber Valley, known locally as the Tiferno.
Cycling in Umbria: the complete guide to discovering the region by bike
There is a moment, as you climb towards a stone village while the sun begins to set, when you realise you have not seen another person.
How to prepare your bike for a trip
How to prepare your bike for a long trip: a few basic maintenance tips before departure
Lake Piediluco
Lake Piediluco: where Umbria is mirrored in silence.