– Any transport within Italy
– Accommodation + overnight stays
– private room
– Breakfast, lunch and dinner with soft drinks and water
– CYCLOsportive cycling shirt (worth €75)
– Luggage transport and cycling guide
– Trailer
– Pre-departure briefing (online)
– Route book (digital) + gpx files
- Technical Support
– Wine tasting and visit to the winery
– Visit truffle and hazelnut farm

– Alcoholic beverages, snacks
– Bicycle rental (can be booked)
– Tips and donations
– Souvenirs

In the program we have listed the accommodations where we will stay.

* Accommodations are subject to change.

Day 1 — Travel day to Piedmont

Travel
* flight to Turin or Milan
* car ride to Tenuta Bussia
* transfer to Langhe region (~1.5–2 hours)

Afternoon/evening
* assembling bicycles
* aperitivo
* first Barolo

Dinner
Bovio Restaurant

Known for:
* amazing view
enormous wine list
* classic Piedmontese cuisine

Overnight stay:
Tenuta Bussia – Wine Relais & Spa

Day 2 — Barolo classic loop
Ride
Monforte → Barolo → La Morra → Verduno → Monforte
Distance
70–85 km
Altitude meters
1,200–1,600 hm

Highlights
* Cannubi vineyards
* La Morra viewpoints
* classic Barolo climbs

Lunch
Osteria Veglio
Wine tasting
Marchesi di Barolo

Perfect introduction to:
* Nebbiolo
* Barolo crus
* wine history

Day 3 — Barbaresco & Alba
Ride
Monforte → Alba → Neive → Barbaresco → back
Distance
85–100 km
Profile
sloping
* fast roads
beautiful wine hills

Lunch
Ancient Tower

Wine visit
Produttori del Barbaresco
One of the most respected cooperatives in Italy.

Dinner
Piazza Duomo
3 Michelin stars. For true connoisseurs.

Day 4 — Relaxed coffee day + truffle & wine
Ride
Short recovery ride
Distance
45–60 km

Focus
* espresso stops
* prospect
* save legs

Afternoon
Wine tasting + lunch at:
Vietti
One of the most famous Barolo producers in the world. (Food & Wine)

Dinner
La Ciau del Tornavento
Phenomenal view and top-notch cuisine.

Day 5 — Queen Stage Langhe
Ride
Monforte → Serralunga → Dogliani → Bossolasco → Sinio → Monforte
Distance
95–115 km
Altitude meters
2,000+ hm

Why this ride?
This is the heart of the Langhe:
steep wine hills
deserted roads
epic views

Lunch
Le Due Matote

Wine tasting
Ceretto
Modern, architecturally impressive, and fantastic tastings.

Day 6 — Slow Food & Gastronomy Day
Ride
60–75 km easy pace
Enjoying more than training.
Stops
* local espresso bars
* hazelnut tasting
* wine terraces

Lunch
The Gemella
Often cited by wine lovers as a favorite in the region. (Reddit)

Afternoon
Visit to:
Elvio Cogno
Highly recommended for an authentic Barolo experience. (Food & Wine)

Farewell Dinner
Guido Ristorante
Classic haute cuisine from Piedmont.

Day 7 — Return travel day
Morning
* quiet breakfast
espresso on the terrace
* optional short walk through vineyards
Transfer
to Turin or Milan

Practical tips
Bicycle choice
Dear:
* all-road/road bike
* 30–32 mm tires ideal

Navigation
The Langhe is a labyrinth of:
* steep climbs
small wine routes
* hidden villages
A good GPS is essential.

Tempo
The hills seem friendly, but:
percentages often run up to 12–15%
Accumulation of altitude is treacherous

This is not a pure training week.
It is:
* misuse
* to eat
* wine
culture
* slow living
Driving through UNESCO vineyards during the day, drinking Barolo at sunset in the evening.
That is Piedmont at its best.

01. What is the average distance per day?
The average distance varies between 40 and 80 km per day, depending on the trip. This is suitable for cyclists with a reasonable to good condition.

02. Do I have to bring my own bicycle?
Yes, generally. On some trips you can also rent a bike. On trips that involve flying, a bike can generally be rented. This is stated during the booking process.

03. Is there a follow-up vehicle available?
Yes, usually there is a follow-up vehicle for luggage and for support in emergencies. Or to refill the water bottle on the way.

04. Can I determine the route myself?
With group travel the route is predetermined, but sometimes there are options for extra routes or breaks. We are always happy to think along about alternative routes.

05. Is the trip suitable for beginners?
Group trips are often suitable for different levels. Check the level of the trip in advance. The level is indicated with a number of stars for each trip.

06. What happens if I can no longer cycle?
There is often a follow-up vehicle or support team to pick you up if you can't go any further.

07. What is included in the price?
Usually accommodation, breakfast and dinner, sports drinks, technical support, 1x sports massage, starting certificates and guidance are included. Costs for flight tickets, bike rental or personal expenses (lunch and drinks) are often additional costs.

08. Are the routes difficult?
The difficulty level varies. For the trips with a Granfondo we offer routes that ensure that you are fit at the start on the day of the Granfondo. You cycle less than on a tour where longer and heavier rides are offered. For the tours, the participants have a choice almost every day between a longer/heavier or shorter/easier route.

09. Do I need to take out insurance?
Yes, travel and cancellation insurance is always recommended, as well as insurance for damage to the bike or medical emergencies.

10. What type of accommodation is used?
After a day of cycling you want to be able to relax. That is why we at CYCLOsportive generally stay in 4-star hotels. Occasionally we stay in a 3-star hotel, but then we think it deserves 4 stars! We know how important it is to be able to rest in a good bed and to be able to eat well in the evening and enjoy a good breakfast in the morning!

11. Can I keep up a little? Or are they all semi-pros who are coming along?
Yes, you can come along. No, there will be no half-pros. There will always be a difference in level. At CYCLOsportive we always go out with relatively small groups and can split the group during cycling so that everyone can enjoy themselves at their own level.

12. Can I also participate as a woman?
Yes! Fortunately, we see more and more women on bikes and also on our trips. It creates a nice dynamic in the group. So come along!

13. Do we have to do everything together or can I sometimes do my own thing?
A group trip has a program and we offer that every day. In the evening we brief you about the program of the next day. If you want to make your own plan, that is perfectly fine. Going out alone is not something we advise. We are happy to think with you about alternative routes if the group program does not suit you completely.

14. How do I get my bike to its destination?
On most trips you have to arrange your own transportation. Only at GF Strade Bianche we transport your bike and luggage. And we book the flight for you. We plan a drop-off and pick-up day. You fly to the destination with only hand luggage and arrange transfers from the airport to the hotel.

15. How can I best prepare for the trip in terms of training?
Keep in mind that you will be cycling for four or five days in a row. If you are not used to this, practice this at home. In addition, it is advisable to use a training schedule (at least 3 months) to be well trained.

16. Are there also introductory rides?
We plan at least 1x an online meeting in which we give the participants the opportunity to get to know each other a little better and where questions about the trip can be asked. A few times a year we organize social rides for which participants can register.

17. A trip has an odd number of participants. Will there be a charge for a single room?
If you choose a single room, we will charge for that. If it is not the choice of a participant, but it happens to be that way, we will not charge any costs.

18. Is a medical certificate required on this trip?
To be allowed to participate in this trip, participants do not need to be in possession of a medical certificate. It is wise to check well before the trip (6 months) by means of an effort test whether you are in good health. Such an effort test also provides insight into the training work that must be delivered in order to start the trip in good condition.

Participants have the option to be guided for 3 months through an exercise test and training schedule. The training guidance is optional. Inquire about the possibilities: gv@cyclosportive.nl.

19. How will you be informed about the trip?
We will organize an information session about the program and will inform the participants about the trip by means of a number of participant mailings (4).