1. MUGELLO AND LAKE BILANCINO: A DIVE INTO AUTHENTIC TUSCANY
A loop crossing the green heart of Mugello, through woods, cultivated fields, Romanesque churches, and old stone houses. Lake Bilancino is the ideal spot for a scenic break, perfect for memorable photos. With moderate elevation gain and ever-changing landscapes, this itinerary offers a pleasant and varied ride, suitable for moderately trained cyclists wanting to explore a less touristy but authentic Tuscany.
2. BILANCINO AND PASSO DELLA FUTA: THE APENNINES CHALLENGE
This is a route for strong legs and determined spirit. The path leads from Bilancino to Passo della Futa, one of the historic climbs of the Apennines. Spectacular panoramas, deep silences, and solitary stretches make this challenge fascinating for mountain and long-distance lovers. Perfect for experienced cyclists seeking an intense and unforgettable experience in the wild heart of Tuscany.
3. THE CONSUMA ROUTE: PANORAMAS ALONG THE APENNINE CURVES
A classic for lovers of two wheels, including cyclists and motorcyclists. The Consuma Route is a long, scenic, and very demanding ride, with over 2,200 meters of elevation gain. It offers stunning views of the Apennines but very few shaded areas: it’s essential to carry plenty of water and avoid the hottest hours. Along the way, you encounter historic gems such as the Pieve di Romena and the Romena Castle near Pratovecchio. A fascinating and tough adventure, perfect for those seeking challenge, beauty, and high-altitude silence.
4. FROM RIVERBANKS TO RIDGELINES
A route that draws a wide arc between the Arno River and the Mugello, perfect for those looking for multiple scenery and a medium-to-high physical challenge.
The ride begins with the climb to Vetta le Croci, the “roof” of the loop, offering beautiful views between Florence and the Mugello.
A long fast-flowing section follows the Sieve River from Sagginale to Pontassieve, passing through historic villages such as Dicomano.
This is the rhythm-building stretch, with wide roads but more traffic. The return is anything but a simple parade: the climb to San Donato in Collina adds a final touch of effort among the Chianti vineyards, before dropping back into the Florence basin.
5. THE CHIANTI ROLLERCOASTER
A perfect route for riders who enjoy a steady rhythm of accelerations. This is the land of “up and down” riding: an endless sequence of short climbs and counter-slopes linking Florence to the Val d’Elsa.
After the warm-up on Giogoli, the route runs along the ridge toward Montespertoli and Certaldo with wide-open 360-degree views. The return is the most technical part: the sector between Barberino, La Romita and San Pancrazio is a maze of secondary roads among olive groves, where traffic disappears and the road follows the natural contours of the terrain. The last part in San Casciano closes a muscular loop, where elevation gain builds up one pedal stroke at a time.
6. THE CHIANTI AND VALDARNO LOOP
After a warm-up toward Greve, the route gets serious with the ascent of Passo del Sugame: a proper, steady climb that leads into an almost mountain-like landscape. From there begins a technical and punchy section toward La Panca and San Polo, featuring fast descents and sharp ramps. The grand finale is the passage over Poggio alla Croce, a panoramic springboard overlooking the Valdarno, before returning to Florence via the classic climb of San Donato in Collina.
A unique mix of classic Chianti scenery around Greve and the wilder, more wooded nature of Sugame and Poggio alla Croce. Traffic can be heavier on the Chiantigiana up to Greve; once on the Sugame climb and throughout the San Polo section, you enter a haven of peace and silence.