Tuscany by bike — nine Tours for every taste

Cities of art, charming medieval villages, good food and wine as well as natural parks and nature reserves – Tuscany is a region of infinite variety and what better way to explore it than by bike? Cycling is the best way to get to know the soul of a territory in depth. On two wheels, you can reach even the most remote places and to discover, off the beaten track and in breathtaking landscapes, the vibrant heart of the region. You experience all of this in a fascinating combination of freedom and nature. Tuscany offers countless cycling routes that take you everywhere: from the sea to the mountains and from the villages and historic towns to the countryside.

In this Collection, we present nine irresistible itineraries. There’s something for every taste and every level of ability – from challenging multi-day Tours to leisurely, flat rides for the whole family. We’re sure that you’ll have no trouble finding the Tour that suits you best.

The Ciclovia dei Castelli is a 47-kilometre (29 mi) circular route that runs along the Magra River and reveals some of the most beautiful villages in the Lunigiana. The Val di Merse Grand Tour leads through four beautiful valleys: the Val d'Elsa, the Val di Cecina, the Valle dell'Ombrone and the Val di Merse. Of course, L'Eroica, Tuscany's most famous cycling event, cannot be missing from this Collection. And through the forests of the Amiata, there’s a mountain bike Tour that’s short and without any particular difficulties, while still offering plenty of thrills.

However, cycling in Tuscany doesn't just mean pedalling between mountains, hills and climbs. If you love the plains and river landscapes, you get your money's worth too. The Sentiero della Bonifica of Canale Maestro della Chiana is a beautiful, flat route of about 60 kilometres (37 mi) through the valley where the mysterious roots of the Etruscan civilisation can be found.

One of the most famous Tours in Tuscany is the Road of the Seven Bridges. The route connects Florence with Arezzo and passes through places and areas of exquisite beauty, amidst extraordinary geomorphological formations and green hills covered with vineyards and olive groves. Another route not to be missed is the discovery Tour from Grosseto to Castiglione della Pescaia, which winds through the vast agricultural area of the former Lake Prile.

The ride from Colle Val d'Elsa to San Gimignano gives you the chance to explore these two beautiful medieval villages up close, while enjoying the magnificent views of the Sienese Chianti hills. Be careful though: the climbs to reach San Gimignano and the other villages are not to be underestimated! Last but not least, we decided to dedicate the last Tour to all racing bike fans: following in the footsteps of the greats of cycling in Mugello, it’s a road route that takes you to Passo della Futa, one of the most famous passes for racing in this region.


Set off and discover a multitude of varied and surprising landscapes. Tuscany is waiting for you!

For more information about the region, visit visittuscany.com or italia.it/en/tuscany.