Immerse yourself in the unspoilt and naturally beautiful landscape of Le Marche – from the dramatic to the serene - on our mountain biking holiday

This year for the first time, in collaboration with Agriturismo Sopra e Sotto, we are offering a mountain biking holiday in the stunning Le Marche countryside. The holiday is perfect for all levels of cycling enthusiast who prefer to tour in the company of knowledgeable local guides and in a small group with like-minded people. The first is to be held at the start of autumn as the weather, and also nature, is at its best at this time of year.  You will be guided through the glorious and unspoilt Le Marche countryside in an expedition of discovery. The weeks itinerary not only includes cycling but also visits to small towns rich in history, a local vineyard to sample the wines and even allows for some free time to explore more of the area.

The days will be guided by Arjan, from Agriturismo Sopra e Sotto, who is a qualified outdoor instructor and an approved member of the Sports Institute Europe and Ryan Leutten, the current Central Italy and Le Marche Regional Champion for downhill mountain bike racing.

Arjan and Ryan have hand selected the tours for this trip starting with a relatively easy first day and building up to a 7-hour tour in the Monti Sibillini National park – a good challenge for all levels.

If you would like to join us for this fun and challenging week please register your interest by emailing info@hotelleone.it.  We require a minimum number of 4 people to proceed, the numbers are limited and we expect it to be popular so please register your interest as soon as possible.  Also, the price of flights, particularly with Ryanair, tend to be cheaper the earlier you book.

And you can even bring along a non-cycling partner.

Day 1 Arrival in Montelparo

Arrival at your accommodation, either at Agriturismo Sopra e Sotto, in the countryside, or at Hotel Leone, in the historic centre of Montelparo.  In the evening a welcome dinner in the hotel for a briefing from Arjan and Ryan and also a chance to get to know each other.

Day 2

Everybody meets for breakfast at Hotel Leone to build yourselves up for your first days cycling. 

A half day bike tour to get used to the undulating hills in the immediate countryside of Montelparo.

Lunch at Hotel Leone

The afternoon is ‘At Leisure’ where you can choose what you want to do, whether that’s a trip to Ascoli Piceno, a beautiful town built of travertine from the surrounding mountains, a visit to the local olive oil making factory or bicycle museum, a guided tour of Montelparo, street-bouldering, hiking, a trip to the beach or simply just to relax at your accommodation. 

 

In the evening, weather permitting, a BBQ will be held by the swimming pool at Hotel Leone before retiring for a good nights sleep.

Day 3 Monte San Pietro & Montottone

Again breakfast at Hotel Leone before departure for the days cycling.

A wonderful cycling day leaving from Montelparo heading towards the picturesque villages of Monte San Pietro Morico and Montottone with time for a delicious espresso or cappuccino at the bar. During the day you’ll have alternately stunning views towards the Adriatic Sea and the high mountains of the Monti Sibillini!

 

Evening meal at Hotel Leone.  

Day 4 Monte Ascenzione

Breakfast at Hotel Leone before departure for the days cycling.

 

A cycle from Montelparo to Montalto where you stop in a local bar for a coffee followed by a 10km ride to the top of Monte Ascenzione where you will see fantastic views of the three national parks of Le Marche and Abruzzo.  On the way down you will make another stop for an Italian picnic.

In the evening of day four you will visit a local vineyard where you will sample their wines together with a degustation of meats, salamis, cheeses and preserves with each wine tasted.

Day 5 At Leisure

Breakfast at your respective accommodations.

Day 6 Monti Sibillini National Park

Breakfast at Hotel Leone followed by today’s tour

A full days cycling.  The hardest tour of the week is in the Monti Sibillini National Park and ending with a visit to the best gelateria in the area....

Evening meal at Hotel Leone
 
Day 7 Force

Breakfast at Hotel Leone followed by this mornings tour. 

Short but exhilarating:  via tracks and asphalt roads a cycle to the village Force.  A forest path brings us down to the valley and then.... one more time on the pedals for the last  climb  back to Montelparo!

The afternoon is ‘At Leisure’ where you can choose what you want to do, whether that’s a trip to Ascoli Piceno, a beautiful town built of travertine from the surrounding mountains, a visit to the local olive oil making factory or bicycle museum, a guided tour of Montelparo, street-bouldering, hiking, a trip to the beach or simply just to relax at your accommodation. 

In the evening a farewell dinner at Hotel Leone.

 

Day 8 Return Home

The holiday ends today after breakfast at your respective accommodations.
  

During the holiday you have the choice of staying at either Agriturismo Sopra e Sotto or at Hotel Leone.  If you’d like to extend your time with us please let us know at the time of booking.

 
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