Gourmet Cycling in Emilia-Romagna
Italian delicacies in Italy's Food Valley between Modena and Parma
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Emilia-Romagna is Italy's pantry. Here some of the country's most beloved specialties are born – Parmesan cheese, Parma ham, fresh pasta and authentic balsamic vinegar from Modena. During a week you cycle through a rolling Italian landscape adorned with vineyards, small villages and historic cities. The area is called both Food Valley and Motor Valley (thanks to Ferrari among others) and represents so much of Italy's finest. The journey begins in Vignola and continues via Modena and Reggio Emilia to the gastronomic capital Parma. Along the way, visits to proud producers, medieval city centers and views over the fertile landscape await. With e-bike, the tours become enjoyable even when the road slopes upward and you get plenty of time to stop for an espresso, a cheese tasting or a glass of local wine.
Tour Highlights
Cycle between Modena, Reggio Emilia and Parma
Experience Parmigiano Reggiano where it's made
Taste authentic Aceto Balsamico di Modena
Quiet country roads through vineyards and rolling hills
Visit the Ferrari museum and historic Torrechiara
Program
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6 Breakfasts included
Welcome to Vignola, a charming little town in Emilia-Romagna known for its sweet cherries and the impressive medieval castle Rocca di Vignola. The castle, which rises above the Panaro River, is one of the region's best-preserved fortresses. The historic town center offers cozy alleys, elegant arcades, and lively cafés where you can sit down and enjoy Italian everyday life. Outside the town, cherry orchards, vineyards, and gently rolling hills spread out – a perfect introduction to the landscape you'll be cycling through during the week. Feel free to take an evening stroll and recharge for tomorrow's first stage.
Level and accommodation
The cycling is mainly on paved small roads with limited traffic and shorter sections on hard-packed gravel roads. Daily stages are around 40–45 km with moderate elevation differences. The trip suits most everyday cyclists with normal fitness, especially with e-bike. For those who want a bit more challenge, there are some longer alternatives during the week.
Accommodation
You stay at family-run three-star hotels or equivalent agriturismo (farm) with private bathroom, air conditioning and breakfast. The accommodations are personal and vary in style, but consistently maintain a good middle-class level with comfortable standard and warm Italian hospitality.
7 dagar / 6 nätter
Accommodation: Comfort
Price per person
The specified prices are per person and include
- Accommodation in chosen room option
- Breakfast
- Luggage transport when changing hotels
- Digital roadbook in English with:
- Destination information
- Practical information
- Route descriptions
- Maps
- GPS tracks
- 24-hour service phone
Add-ons
Elcykel – 3 400 SEK (Per person)
Hjälm – 400 SEK (Per person)
Fysisk roadbook – 400 SEK
Epic Trails t-shirt – 179 SEK
Epic Trails hoodie – 699 SEK
Epic Trails termosflaska – 179 SEK
Epic Trails t-shirt + hoodie – 775 SEK
Epic Trails t-shirt + hoodie + flaska – 855 SEK
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