Gerace Historic Village – Passo del Mercante loop from Locri

Gerace Historic Village – Passo del Mercante loop from Locri

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Gerace Historic Village – Passo del Mercante loop from Locri

03:05

55.5km

1,170m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parco Nazionale dell'Aspromonte

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.33 km

Gerace Historic Village

Highlight • Settlement

Gerace is a charming village located in the Calabrian region, nestled in the hills and overlooking the Ionian Sea. The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is a masterpiece of Norman …

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12.6 km

Passo Ropolà

Mountain Pass

19.8 km

World War II Bunker Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

There are several scattered along this stretch of highway. Probably dating back to World War II. It is possible to access it but I didn't.

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23.9 km

Passo del Mercante

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Connecting pass between Cittanova and Gerace. Often here there are stalls full of specialties to be tasted.

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26.3 km

Agritourism Farm of Canolo

Highlight • Restaurant

Farmhouse in Canolo for a dinner based on local meat not to be missed!!

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30.5 km

View of the Southern Dolomites

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have a great view of the "Dolomites of the South" or "Dolomites of the Aspromonte", which tower impressively into the sky near Canolo.

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31.1 km

Leaving Canolo, you will probably have the opportunity to travel one of the most extraordinary panoramic roads in Calabria, which will make you feel as if you are immersed in the Dolomites. An experience that every cyclist should have.

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46.2 km

Siderno Superiore and View of the Ionian Coast

Highlight • Settlement

The hamlet of Siderno Superiore offers breathtaking views of the Ionian coast. The Parish of San Nicola di Bari is located within the town, but is worth a detour to visit.

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55.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.6 km

1.94 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.8 km