By bike through Faith and Beauty
Information
A 19 km circular route starting from Crevalcore railway station and leading to the discovery of small spiritual and architectural gems Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Stuffione, which houses the miraculous image of the Madonna di Monserrat.
Continuing along the route, you then head towards Villa Ronchi, a refined architectural complex consisting of a 16th-century manor house surrounded by two imposing 18th-century towers for scenic effect, and a small elliptical church dedicated to St. Matthew, commissioned by the important Caprara family. You then reach the Church of Sant’Antonio alla Bolognina and, subsequently, the charming “Rotonda”, a small circular church nestled among the country roads.
From here, you return to the historic centre, where the ride ends in the lively square of Crevalcore, dominated by the majestic Church of San Silvestro.
map Stages
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1
Stazione di Crevalcore - Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
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2
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie - Villa Ronchi
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3
Villa Ronchi - Bolognina
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4
Bolognina - La Rotonda
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5
La Rotonda - San Silvestro
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6
San Silvestro - Stazione di Crevalcore
bar_chart Technical Info
- Km: 19 km
- Stages: 6
- Municipalities: 2
- Regions: 1
The route is mainly on asphalt, with short sections on dirt roads.
The itinerary has been designed to favour cycle paths and secondary roads with low traffic. Where this has not been possible, the route includes short sections on busier roads. In any case, it is recommended that you pay the utmost attention and always comply with the Highway Code.
Technical cycling clothing
First aid kit
GPS navigation system
Telephone and charger + power bank
The cycle route is accessible all year round. The best times to visit are definitely the spring months, when you can enjoy the blossoms and mild climate, and early autumn.
During the summer season, particularly in July and August, it is not recommended due to the high temperatures, and winter is also not recommended due to the risk of snow, rain and fog.
