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Gravel suitable for road bikes. It's worth it, because the road then becomes a good-quality paved section along the lake. Most paved secondary roads in Italy are in significantly worse condition than this gravel.

Montefiascone has been influenced over the centuries by the Via Francigena, which, with its economic and cultural potential and thanks to the important passage of travelers and pilgrims, has characterized political and social development. It is also a stage (no. 7) of Bishop Sigeric.

Montefiascone is a charming town in the province of Viterbo, in the Lazio region, central Italy. It is located on a hill on the southeastern side of Lake Bolsena, about 100 km north of Rome. The city, which was originally an Etruscan settlement, has approximately 13,520 inhabitants. Montefiascone is known for its wine growing and tourism, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Major attractions include the Cathedral of San Margherita, one of Michele Sanmicheli's earliest structures, and the Basilica of Saint Flaviano. The city is also famous for its wine, Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone.

The Belvedère Di Borgariglia park is actually more of a balcony that is designed as a large viewpoint with many benches. Here you have a view of Lake Bolsena. It is also indicated on the map as a viewpoint.

From this splendid panoramic balcony in Montefiascone it is possible to admire a splendid view of Lake Bolsena.

From this panoramic point of Montefiascone it is possible to admire a splendid panorama of Lake Bolsena.

beautiful view of Lake Bolsena after a steep climb

Unfortunately I have to disagree. It will definitely be nicer. The gravel path, which is suitable for racing bikes but is borderline, is followed by asphalt paths directly by the lake, partly without any development until about 7 km before Bolsena. Everything can be ridden on a racing bike, although not too fast. The lap around the lake is not a racing tour if you want to get off the roads.