Explore Abruzzo Ebike Tour

Our Abruzzo adventure begins in the “Golden Triangle,” a patchwork of rolling hills famous for producing Aprutino-Pescarese, one of Italy’s finest olive oils. After a gentle spin to get the legs moving, we’ll celebrate the start of the trip with a private wine tasting and a delicious farm-to-table dinner at our favorite local trattoria. Welcome to the wild heart of Italy!

• DISTANCE: 30 km (35 mi) • ELEVATION: 400 m (1,200 ft)

TODAY’S TRIVIA
In 2022, Abruzzo was named Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Once overlooked, the region is now gaining international recognition for its bold reds, crisp whites, and passionate new generation of winemakers.

Today we’re heading to Campo Imperatore—a vast, high-altitude plateau surrounded by dramatic peaks and often called the Little Tibet.
Soak in the silence and raw beauty of this incredible landscape before rolling into Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a beautifully preserved hilltop village where time truly stands still. Wander its magical stone alleys and end the day with another unforgettable dinner of local delights.

• DISTANCE: 50 km (30 mi) • ELEVATION: 800 m (2,600 ft)

TODAY’S TRIVIA
At 2,912 meters (9,554 feet), Corno Grande is the highest peak in the Apennine mountain range.

The day begins with a beautiful hike, or a quick transfer, to Rocca Calascio, a dramatic stone fortress perched at 1,460 meters.
After visiting this magical castle, we’ll hop on the bike and cruise on quiet backroads to Bominaco. This little-known hamlet hides an absolute gem: the Oratorio di San Pellegrino, a 13th-century chapel known as the Abruzzo Sistine Chapel for its vividly frescoed walls.

A glass of wine by the pool and a farm-to-table dinner round off a day filled with beauty, stories, and timeless charm.

• DISTANCE: 40 km (25 mi) • ELEVATION: 700 m (2,300 ft)

TODAY’S TRIVIA
Rocca Calascio has starred on the big screen in several iconic films, including The Name of the Rose and Ladyhawke.

Time to give your cycling legs a break and activate your hiking muscles. Today we hike to the Eremo di San Bartolomeo in Legio, a Celestinian hermitage built into the mountainside, peaceful, dramatic, and in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings.

After the hike, we roll up our sleeves at Casal Centurione, where our friend Giulia will guide us through a hands-on cooking class sharing the secrets of traditional Abruzzese recipes just like nonna used to make.
A deliciously authentic experience awaits. Buon appetito!

• DISTANCE: 5 km (3 mi) • ELEVATION: 250 m (900 ft)

TODAY’S TRIVIA
Spaghetti alla chitarra, a classic Abruzzese pasta, are named after the traditional wooden tool used to cut them. Resembling a small guitar, the chitarra has thin metal wires that slice the dough into perfectly square strands when pressed through.

Our final ride through Abruzzo’s beauty takes us to the Ciclovia dei Trabocchi, a stunning coastal path built on a former railway line and dotted with trabocchi, the iconic wooden fishing huts perched above the sea.
A refreshing swim, a seaside aperitivo, and a farewell dinner featuring brodetto, the region’s signature seafood stew, sound like the perfect way to close this unforgettable adventure. Cheers!

• DISTANCE: 40 km (25 mi) • ELEVATION: 250 m (800 ft)

Today’s Trivia
Near Ortona, just above the Trabocchi Coast , the Moro River War Cemetery commemorates over 1,600 Allied soldiers who lost their lives in one of WWII’s fiercest battles in Italy, fought in Abruzzo in 1943.

After an unforgettable week of riding, it’s time to say goodbye.

But not for long: we have a feeling this is just the beginning of your journey with Vago. Thanks for riding with us and see you for your next adventure!