Cycle Umbria, Italy

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The Italian region of Umbria is located right in the middle of the boot-shaped country. The topography of Umbria is hilly with the Tiber River feeding the region giving rise to its nickname as “The Green Heart of Italy” due to its lush landscape. Umbria is the location of the town of Assisi, historically significant to the Roman Catholic Church and the home of highly revered vineyards, olive orchards, tobacco farms and black truffle specimens. Cycling tours of this breathtaking region of Italy are amazing experiences for those who choose to participate. There are at least 30 mapped routes that appeal to cyclists of all levels of experience and motivation from those geared to families that cover from 20 to 30 kilometers with a relaxing pace on typically flat terrain to loops upwards of 65 kilometers over more rigorous countryside appealing to true cycling enthusiasts yearning for excitement. Cyclists that choose to tour Umbria with its varied landscape of picturesque hills, valleys and streams report the experience provides a true understanding of the historical character of the region. Routes geared to visiting Olive Oil refineries, landscapes that have inspired famous paintings, ancient villages and castles, wineries, Roman ruins, the colors of nature or to follow in the footsteps of St. Francis are among the favorites. Merchants in the Umbria region provide all manner of support specifically for cyclists including rentals, storage, massage services, accommodations and provisioning. The Umbrian town of Orvieto lies on the main Rome – Florence railway line; there is a small airport in Perugia; many visitors to the regions arrive by way of the A1 Autostrada. Your dream holiday to experience Italy may not be fully realized without including the adventure of Biking through Umbria on your list. Gain an understanding and appreciation for the lifestyle, culture and history of this breathtakingly beautiful part of the world by touring the region from the seat of a bicycle.

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