L’EROICA RACE DEPARTS FROM THE CHIANTI REGION TO CONQUER THE WORLD
Only vintage bikes made before 1987 can enter and riders wear wool jerseys, leather shoes and small peak caps just like old times. “Eroica” a name inspired by those heroic cyclists, as Coppi and Bartali, who used to ride their bikes for miles through dust.
The race starts every first Sunday of October from Gaiole in Chianti, a picturesque town that boasts medieval churches, cobbled alleys, cafes and restaurants. Most of the route is made up of gravel roads. L’Eroica was born in 1997 to help save these roads from being gradually replaced with asphalt.
A race on ancient roads using vintage bikes, surrounded by gorgeous scenery which also gives you a chance taste local food and wine. Join Tuscany’s retro bike race, cycle on gravel roads with a vintage bike and enjoy the traditional Tuscan delicacies!
Our suggested properties in the nearby:
Villa Grilli V is a detached villa near Greve in Chianti with wonderful views. It has a large garden with its own private swimming pool.
Villa Francis is a superb detached villa in a fantastic position near Monteriggioni. It has its own swimming pool and garden both enjoying with wonderful views of the countryside.
The race starts every first Sunday of October from Gaiole in Chianti, a picturesque town that boasts medieval churches, cobbled alleys, cafes and restaurants. Most of the route is made up of gravel roads. L’Eroica was born in 1997 to help save these roads from being gradually replaced with asphalt.
A race on ancient roads using vintage bikes, surrounded by gorgeous scenery which also gives you a chance taste local food and wine. Join Tuscany’s retro bike race, cycle on gravel roads with a vintage bike and enjoy the traditional Tuscan delicacies!
Our suggested properties in the nearby:
Villa Grilli V is a detached villa near Greve in Chianti with wonderful views. It has a large garden with its own private swimming pool.
Villa Francis is a superb detached villa in a fantastic position near Monteriggioni. It has its own swimming pool and garden both enjoying with wonderful views of the countryside.