Low difficulty route perfect for climbing fun riders. A challenging ride of almost 100 km in the surrounding hilly area. The route is characterized by a change of slops uphill and downhill, some of medium difficulty and with a total difference in heigh of almost 2,000 metres. Travel time: amateur 4h
With almost 2,000m of altitude over 100km of route, the route is suitable for lovers of ascent, allowing a panoramic tour of the hills surrounding Salsomaggiore, in a succession of climbs and descents, among ancient pievi, castles and good wine. It starts from the spa town, (recommended free car parking in Via del Lavoro) the direction of Fidenza, you go down the Stirone Park and begin the ascent to Pellegrino Parmense, passing through Monte Salso and then descending towards Varano Marchesi to skirt (run alongside) the Ceno stream. Continue towards Fidenza via Pieve di Cusignano, Siccomonte and away to the last ascent to touch the village of Tabiano Castello and finally return to Salsomaggiore Terme.
The itinerary is not only a beautiful excursion for "trained legs" but also an adventure to discover the characteristic hilly landscapes of the "Food Valley"; Along the way there are cultivated fields, ancient villas, manors and farmhouses that produce the renowned agri-food excellences all over the world. It is pleasant to take a few stops to break the route and admire from the top of the hills the foothill valleys.
The modern building important for its medicinal facilities was inaugurated in 1970.
Cultural Heritage of Emilia Romagna
The small church of St. Nicomede, preserves almost intact the Romanesque forms of the 12th century.
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