Italy by Bike - 105 Tours from the Alps to Sicily

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  • Publisher: Touring Club Italiano
  • Catalogue: 165810
  • Size: 14x23 cm
Touring Club of Italy's "Italy by Bike -105 Tours from the Alps to Sicily" introduces the best of cycling in Italy, with more than 2,700 miles of world-class cycling routes that will take you from quiet woodland valleys past rolling vineyards and olive groves to mountain summits with sweeping views.

Originally founded as a club for cycling enthusiasts in 1894, the Touring Club of Italy has amassed in this book over 110 years of travel expertise to create a comprehensive guide for cyclists of all ages and expertise.

Pedal through the most magnificent parts of Italy and experience the sights, scents and sounds of every region. From the Alps to Etna, each itinerary is fully illustrated with detailed route map, technical tips on terrain and elevation gains, plus useful local information including web addresses and phone numbers.

There are a total of 105 detailed itineraries spanning throughout the whole of Italy and including one in Switzerland and one in Austria, with several routes for mountain bikes:

46 easy day rides suitable for families and beginners along quiet country lanes and lightly-trafficked roads.
41 challenging routes for the experienced touring cyclist featuring longer rides on variable terrain.
18 ambitious and physically demanding itineraries geared to expert riders well prepared for the rigors of the road.