Florence to Rome Gravel

by Eat Sleep Cycle
Region
Tuscany
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Intermediate
D-Score™
D3 - Advanced

Overview

Ride the ancient pilgramage route of the Via Francigena from Florence to arrive truimphantly in Rome. The ancient route has varied over the years, with each pilgrim choosing their own unique route to the Vatican. The Eat Sleep Cycle Via Francigena has been built based on a quest to find exceptional gravel and warm hospitality en route. Our edition of the ancient route winds its way south from Florence through Tuscany & Lazio, with a short rendesvoux & overnight in Umbria. Stay in 4* hotels each with their own unique character.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Welcome to Florence

50 km 1130 m

D1

Welcome to Florence

Day 2: Chianti! Florence to Monteriggioni

76 km 1400 m

D2

Chianti! Florence to Monteriggioni

Day 3: The Queen Stage: Homage to L'Eroica

110 km 2599 m

D3

The Queen Stage: Homage to L'Eroica

Day 4: San Lorenzo to Castel Giorgio

65 km 1000 m

D2

San Lorenzo to Castel Giorgio

Day 5: Red Gravel & the Lago di Bolsena

44 km 574 m

D1

Red Gravel & the Lago di Bolsena

Day 6: The Grand Finale! To Rome!

104 km 1552 m

D3

The Grand Finale! To Rome!

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Tuscany

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