Visit of the village
Visit of the dome of the church - experience
Visit of the village
Meal with local products
Visit of the village
Visit of the mountain
Meal with local products and overnight
A journey by bike from the plain to the hill where nature, history and spirituality blend in perfect harmony, crossing historic villages, woods and vineyards, in the splendid setting of the Monferrato landscapes.
If you're lucky, you will watch the beautiful Red Heron in Garzaia Reserve.
Once arrived on the top of Sacro Monte di Crea you will enjoy a spectacular view on the Monferrato Hills.
A very bike-lover, Giovanni, will be your guide during all the itinerary, and he will tell you stories about his places.
Garzaia di Valenza _ the only environment of purely marsh present in the Piedmont area, reference point for the reproduction of the beautiful Red Heron
Camagna Monferrato _ you will be amazed by the breathtaking dome of the nineteenth-century parish church, which stands proudly on the Monferrato landscape
Sacro Monte di Crea _ you will live an experience of strong spirituality, in close contact with nature
The itinerary is indicated for expert cyclists.
The route runs for 55 km (one way, 110 km approx. Including return) and runs mainly on white roads, continuing in the central and final stretch on paved roads. The most difficult part is the final part, which includes the ascent to the Sanctuary of Crea: it is 4 km with an average gradient of 12%, up to peaks of 18%, for a total height difference of about 900 meters. In consideration of the physical commitment required to the participants by the length and the altimetry of the itinerary, the route is reserved for advanced cyclists.
Professional cyclists can concentrate both the round trip and the return in one day .
For more information call +39 02 89 092 665
Best period to visit these places is during Spring and Autumn.
CAR: from Milan A4 + A26, from Genoa E25
TRAIN: from Milan, Milano Centrale - Vercelli (Local train) + Vercelli – Casale (bus)
Parking at Piazza Castello, 52 – Casale Monferrato
We ask you to arrive 10/15 minutes before the time planned. If anybody arrives 5/10 minutes late the guide can wait, no further.
We can't accept cancellations within 48 hours from the start: refund is no more possible.