ALONG THE BICYCLE PATHS OF UMBRIA

€440 per person

A week of travel to discover by bike some of the most beautiful places in Umbria, from the center of Perugia to the Piediluco lake. You will cycle along cycle paths, low-traffic roads surrounded by greenery and the route of the former Spoleto-Norcia railway, in the stretch that goes from Spoleto to Sant’Anatolia di Narco, the richest route of viaducts and tunnels.

The itinerary develops in the heart of Umbria, between secondary roads in asphalt with low traffic, bike paths and dirt tracks. The region is hilly, so along the way you will find several ups and downs, even if you will not miss the stretches of the plains. The most significant climbs, almost always with not significant slopes, are those that lead to Assisi and Montefalco, the first part of the former Spoleto-Norcia railway and the Forca di Arrone pass.

Overall, the itinerary can be considered medium-easy and a person in good health and active can face it without difficulty, also because the daily mileage never exceeds 35 km. It would be ideal to train in the period before the holiday, especially to get used to staying in the saddle several hours and avoid pain and soreness.

7 Days

Self Guided Tour

Tour

Route

Perugia-Assisi-Montefalco-Spoleto-Arrone-Piediluco
Total kilometers

160 km
Elevation gain

2100 m
Road surface

60% asphalt – 40% dirt
Included

ALONG THE BICYCLE PATHS OF UMBRIA

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Day 1

Individual arrival in Perugia and first overnight stay. The historic center of the Umbrian capital is rich in artistic and cultural beauties. In addition, at any time of the year it offers entertainment opportunities such as festivals and exhibitions. A city on a human scale, ideal to discover on foot or even by bike.

Day 2 – Perugia-Assisi (25km)

You will begin your journey by cycling through two cities of great charm, retracing the route of the Via di Francesco. The stage is easy and develops between low-traffic roads and dirt bike paths. The arrival in Assisi will leave you speechless. Overnight in Assisi.

Day 3 – Assisi-Montefalco (35km)

You will leave Assisi behind you to pedal in the heart of Umbria along the charming Assisi-Spoleto cycle path. You will touch the center of Bevagna, an ancient medieval city of great beauty, and from here you will face the only ascent of the day to reach Montefalco, famous for its fine Sagrantino wine, but also for its panoramic position. Overnight in Montefalco.

Day 4 – Montefalco-Spoleto (30km)

You will start downhill to return to the Assisi-Spoleto cycle path in the direction of Spoleto. The stage is completely flat and along the way you can admire the perched villages of Trevi and Pissignano and the expanses of olive trees that characterize this area of Umbria, before arriving in the beautiful center of Spoleto. In the afternoon you will have time to visit the beauties of the city, from the Duomo to the Rocca Albornoziana. Overnight in Spoleto.

Day 5 – Spoleto-Castel San Felice (20km)

This is one of the most impressive stages of the tour, as you will pedal along the path of the former Spoleto-Norcia railway, facing tunnels and viaducts that will take you into the green of Valnerina. The first part of the village is all uphill, while the second is downhill. The slopes are never demanding. In the morning, you will be provided with lights to deal with the former railway tunnels. Overnight at Castel San Felice.

Day 6 – Castel San Felice-Arrone (25km)

An itinerary that alternates asphalt and dirt roads and flows along the Nera River, surrounded by the nature of Valnerina. Along the way you will cross the villages of Sant'Anatolia di Narco, Scheggino and Ferentillo before arriving at Arrone. Overnight at Arrone.

Day 7 – Arrone-Piediluco (25km)

You will start pedaling further south along the Nera river to reach the Marmore waterfall. From here you will come back to Arrone and then continue towards Forca di Arrone, the most challenging climb of the entire trip. When you reach the top of the slope you can admire a wonderful landscape and reach the Piediluco Lake always downhill. End of services. Departure scheduled in the afternoon.

Experiences to enrich the program

Perugia: chocolate tastings, visit of the historic center with a professional guide
Assisi: entrance to the Basilica of San Francesco, entrance to Bosco Fai di San Francesco, visit of the historic center with a professional guide
Montefalco / Bevagna: wine tastings, entrance to the Medieval Crafts circuit
Spoleto: visit of the historic center with a professional guide
Cascata delle Marmore: entrance to the park

Further information

Once your booking is complete, you will receive vouchers for hotels and other booked services via email.
If you buy, always via email, you will be provided with the gps tracks of the tour, the road books and the list of hotels.
Upon your arrival at the hotel you will find the Umbria & Bike welcome kit consisting of an Umbria & Bike bottle and tourist material about Umbria.
In case you have also booked the bike rental, you will find them ready at the hotel upon your arrival.

From € 440,00 per person in a double room The price per person in a double room includes:

6 nights in half board with dinner in the hotel (drinks included)
Umbria & Bike Kit

The fee does not include

Extras and tips
Gpx tracks or detailed road map
Return from Piediluco
Luggage transport
Bicycle rental
Suggested experiences
Optional insurance to be requested when booking
City tax where applicable
Means of transport
Anything not expressly indicated under "the fee includes"

ALONG THE BICYCLE PATHS OF UMBRIA

From Perugia to the Piediluco lake