산타 크로체 술아르노 주변 최고의 그래블 라이딩 코스

I had high hopes for this stretch. But I have to say I found it in terrible condition, and I'm very disappointed, because I could have promoted it on my tours and brought my clients there. I'm very disappointed that the much-hyped Via Francigena isn't kept in good condition. Just before Galleno, I also found a fallen tree that I had to climb over with my bike, and a second one is about to fall. After that? It's not much better.

long stretches of gravel roads that are characterized by puddles of water in winter

The Parish Church of San Martino: Architectural Highlights Perched on a tuff spur opposite the village, and separated from it by a deep escarpment, the parish church is unique because it is predominantly built of terracotta (the façade is stone), like most medieval parish churches in Tuscany. The construction of the parish church dates back to the second half of the 13th century, when a new parish church was created, detached from the previous parish church of San Gervasio. The Interior Of grandiose proportions, the parish church appears to have a rather uniform masonry, despite having been restored several times over the centuries. According to studies conducted on its architectural structure, different periods of construction appear to coexist. Nevertheless, the most striking style is late Romanesque. The interior consists of three naves of five bays with brick columns, a raised presbytery, and three side chapels. Inside, there is also a hexagonal baptismal font, a holy water stoup, and a large marble basin. The latter, destroyed in the 17th century, was presumably used for the immersion baptismal rite and came from the church of Santa Maria da Ripezzano, near Palaia. The parish church is also a scenic location for ceremonies and weddings. https://www.terredipisa.it/attrazione/palaia-pieve-san-martino/

Rest stop along the Via Francigena

beautiful trail within the reach of most bikers, immersed in the Cerbaie forest

Racing bike

Beautiful forest road suitable for all MTB and Gravel enthusiasts.

Beautiful ancient oak tree!