Emilia Romagna is the ideal place for racing bike or mountain bike enthusiasts, since it offers itineraries of all levels of difficulty, immersed in dream landscapes that range from the steep climbs of the Apennines - where the legendary Pantani trained - to the green hills on which ancient medieval castles stand, then descending to lush valleys covered with olive groves, vineyards and fragrant fruit trees, and finally 'diving into the water' from the top of magnificent promontories overhanging the sea.
Club Hotel ***S provides many quality services
for an unforgettable Bike stay:
- - Rich Breakfast Buffet
- - Packed lunch with sandwiches, fresh fruit and water for cycling tours
- - Afternoon snack on return from cycling with pasta, cold meats and cheeses, salads, vegetables, fruit and desserts (table service)
- - Dinner with meat and fish specialities and an extensive starter and vegetable buffet
- - Water and house wine included with meals
- - Typical Romagna dinner
And also:
- - Welcome aperitif with presentation of itineraries
- - Information material and maps with routes
- - Guided tours with professional guides on request
- - Secure bicycle storage
- - Workshop equipped for small repairs
- - Agreement with mechanics and specialist shops in the area
- - Free laundry service for bike clothing, available daily when returning from outings
Discover the best BIKE routes in Romagna!
7 Recommendations for correct and safe excursions!
- Helmet well laced up!
Cyclists must always wear a helmet to protect themselves in the event of a fall. - Keep right
For cyclists, the same rules of the highway code apply: the left-hand side is reserved for oncoming traffic and you may only 'invade' the other half of the carriageway to overtake. - Travelling in line
It is a good idea to cycle one behind the other and not alongside so as not to obstruct the passage of other vehicles. It is of course advisable to leave a safe distance from the cyclist in front of you - of about 1-2 two wheels - so that you have time to react in the event of sudden braking by the person in front. - Overtaking
If you want to overtake slower-moving cyclists, it is preferable to do so in places with good visibility - paying attention to oncoming vehicles - and without passing too close to the cyclists to be overtaken so as not to frighten them. - Adjust speed
Safety first, so adjust your speed with braking time in mind. - Traffic Laws
Cyclists have to observe the highway code, just like motorists! This applies to the right of way, obeying traffic signs, indicating a change of direction, etc. - Last but not least…
All this advice is of no use if the bicycle is not in order.
So: before every start you should check your brakes, tyre pressure, suspension, bike gearing, etc.!
