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Sea and Mountains
The landscapes of the Riviera
Malatesta Fortresses
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treasure
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Mountain biking in Onferno
This 48-kilometre-long very difficult itinerary gathers plenty of ups and downs which require considerable expertise and training. However, impressive architectural masterpieces and breathtaking views over the coast will be ample reward for all participants went through.
From Cattolica's harbour, climb 6 kilometres up to Gradara's hill, which is dominated by impressive medieval walls and merloned towers. Participants will have the possibility to visit the famous Malatesta Fortress, which still commands Gradara's hill and was once the venue for fierce fighting among powerful families, armed struggles between local Signorie and the Papal States and the harrowing love story between Paolo and Francesca, the latter celebrated by Dante's Divine Comedy.
From Cattolica's harbour, climb 6 kilometres up to Gradara's hill, which is dominated by impressive medieval walls and merloned towers. Participants will have the possibility to visit the famous Malatesta Fortress, which still commands Gradara's hill and was once the venue for fierce fighting among powerful families, armed struggles between local Signorie and the Papal States and the harrowing love story between Paolo and Francesca, the latter celebrated by Dante's Divine Comedy.
Once visited the Fortress, enjoy breathtaking views over the coast on one side and Mount Carpegna on the other. Then go down to Pesaro and visit its ancient old town gathering plenty of sumptuous Medieval and Renaissance palaces. A breath of fresh sea breeze will help participants cope with the subsequent hard climb.
They need utmost concentration in order to climb the 22-kilometre-long scenic route leading to Fiorenzuola di Focara and Gabicce Monte. However, the breathtaking view over the enchanting underlying coast is ample reward for all they went through.
Not to be missed are Fiorenzuola's old town and Gabicce Monte's enchanting landscapes, as well as the fortresses and ancient villages which gaze across the coast from on high. Go back to Cattolica along a 6-kilometre-long descent leading to the harbour.
