From Prosecco to Grappa

Our cycling adventure kicks off with a warm up ride through the Prosecco hills, an area recognized by UNESCO for its unique landscape of steep slopes shaped by centuries of hard working winemakers. Immerse in the natural beauty of the area and enjoy a coffee stop in one of the charming villages that dot the landscape before we gather for a first dinner of local specialties. Welcome to Veneto!

Today’s route takes us to the summit of Passo San Boldo, famously known as “the Hundred Days Road.” This name commemorates the remarkable achievement during World War I when the Austro-Hungarians built the road in just one hundred days to supply troops and weaponry. For the more avid riders, the additional climb to Pianezze awaits (15 km / 9 miles with an elevation gain of 1,000 m / 3,300 feet). Later all together we’ll visit a Prosecco winery and enjoy another feast at the dinner table.

Get ready for another fantastic day as we head to the enchanting Bosco del Cansiglio, one of Europe’s largest ancient forests. Our route begins at the serene Lake Santa Croce and leads us to Vittorio Veneto, a town that played a crucial role during World War I. Today, this charming town invites visitors with its vibrant atmosphere and pride in its rich historical heritage. It’s our last night in the Prosecco Hills, and we’ll celebrate with a wonderful dinner at our favorite local restaurant.

It’s time to say farewell to the Prosecco region and head to Bassano del Grappa, our charming home for the next few nights. Hop on your bike and enjoy a scenic ride through rolling hills, lush vineyards, and majestic villas, including Villa Maser. We’ll take a delightful coffee break in Asolo, the enchanting medieval village dubbed “the city of a hundred horizons” by Italian poet Giosué Carducci. Once in Bassano, we recommend exploring the old town and enjoy dinner at  a restaurant of your choice.

The queen stage of our tour begins with a flat warm-up before we tackle the mighty Monte Grappa from Semonzo (19km/12mi at 7,8%). At the summit of this stunning climb, where breathtaking views extend from the Venetian lagoon to the Dolomites, we’ll visit the Sacrario Militare, an imposing war memorial honoring over 20,000 soldiers who fell during World War I. A winding descent will take us back to Bassano for a relaxing afternoon while the most avid riders can enjoy some extra miles to the beautiful hamlet of Marostica (27km with 450m / 17 miles with 1400ft).
Tonight we’ll celebrate this great ride with a a delicious pizza night. Cheers!

To wrap up this incredible week of cycling, we’ll venture to the breathtaking Altopiano di Asiago, a plateau offering awe-inspiring panoramic vistas. Enjoy the refreshing breeze as we make our final descent back to Bassano, where we’ll celebrate this amazing trip with a delicious dinner at our favorite restaurant in town. What a ride it has been!

After a hearty breakfast, we’ll shuttle you to Bassano train station to bid our farewell…Until the next adventure!