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Cycling between sea and mountains in Italy’s Friuli Venezia Giulia
Bike Touring Collection by Friuli-Venezia Giulia
8
Tours
15:16 h
145 mi
6,300 ft
Friuli-Venezia Giulia in the very north-east of Italy is well-known for long beaches and lively cities. But few know that the varied landscapes, from the flat coast to the alpine valleys, are perfect for cycling adventures.
In this Collection, eight cycling Tours await you, from the simple family loop on the beach to the hilly ride through vast vineyards. A dolce vita feeling with influences from the neighbouring countries Austria and Slovenia are guaranteed and provide a lot of variety. The loop through the Collio even takes you into the Slovenian wine region for a stretch.
You can look forward to shaded cycle paths on old railway tracks, incredible views of majestic peaks and stunning gorges, as well as sunny stretches along lengthy beaches and species-rich lagoons. On the Tour to the dreamlike Weissenfels Lakes near Tarvisio, you can even jump into a turquoise mountain lake. Of course, on each of the eight rides in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, there are also many bars and restaurants with classic Italian delicacies.
Ready? Enjoy the sun and the Mediterranean flair between the Julian Alps and the Adriatic coast!
You can find more information about the region here turismofvg.it/en/cycling
or here italia.it/en/friuli-venezia-giulia.
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Tours
- 03:5737.3 mi9.5 mph1,950 ft1,950 ftExpertExpert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This 60-kilometer tour winds its way through the vineyards of the Italian and Slovenian Collio (Brda) in varied ups and downs. Since this is a loop, you can start at different points - here you start in Capriva del Friuli. To warm up, it initially goes through the flat valley of the Torrente Versa. You…
- 01:3915.1 mi9.2 mph1,375 ft1,375 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This 24-kilometer circular tour is characterized by the imposing Colvera valley and the fantastic views of the Raut mountain range. From the Maniago starting point, you initially ride along the Colvera torrent until you turn right before the tunnel to tackle the steepest climb of this tour. You follow…
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- 01:1512.7 mi10.2 mph125 ft125 ftEasyEasy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The well-developed network of cycle paths in Lignano enables young and old to explore the city with its beaches and canals safely by bike. The start and finish point of this family-friendly, flat circuit is the Terrazza a Mare (terrace by the sea), the undisputed symbol of Lignano Sabbiadoro. From there…
- 02:0122.2 mi11.0 mph150 ft150 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Grado offers families not only beaches, sun and entertainment, but also a lot of nature in its lagoon and coastal landscapes. The flat bike path between Grado and the fishing village of Punta Sdobba is the perfect way to explore this stretch of coast with children. Starting from the center, you start…
- 01:1912.6 mi9.5 mph425 ft425 ftEasyEasy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This family-friendly bike tour always takes you along the river But - from Tolmezzo to Arta Terme. You start at a parking lot directly at the river and cross it immediately. This is followed by a special section that leads over a wooden plank walkway overlooking the turquoise water.
You then ride slightly…
- 01:1711.8 mi9.2 mph925 ft925 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On this tour you are on the multi-award-winning Alpe-Adria-Radweg, which runs between Tarvisio and the Fusine Pass on a disused railway line. You cycle through shady alpine nature to the two Weißenfelser lakes (Laghi di Fusine). Starting from Tarvisio you drive east and immediately cross the spectacular…
- 01:4017.8 mi10.7 mph200 ft200 ftEasyEasy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On this tour you cycle on flat bike paths and secondary roads from Pordenone to the enchanting town of Sacile, also known as the "Garden of the Serenissima". From the starting point at the church of San Lorenzo Martire in the Rorai Grande district, you drive past beautiful villas to Porcia, where you…
- 02:0815.1 mi7.1 mph1,150 ft1,150 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This scenic bike tour runs along the railway line that connected Trieste/Campo Marzio station with Erpelle station from 1887 to 1959. You start in the district of San Giacomo and from there you cycle on the steadily ascending cycle path, which is named after the Italian professional cyclist Giordano…
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Collection Stats
- Tours8
- Distance145 mi
- Duration15:16 h
- Elevation6,300 ft
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