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A 6-stage biking tour through one of the most famous wine regions in the world
The Piedmont Treasures bike tour crosses some of the most spectacular wine hills in the world, enclosed in the regions of Monferrato, Langhe and Roero. It's shaped as a ring with six stages of a medium difficulty level. The ring trip starts in Chivasso and finishes in San Sebastiano da Po. This biking tour unwinds in one of the most scenic Italian regions: Piedmont. Historically, Piedmont is one of the cradles of Italian culture: its territory is full of traces of a sumptuous past. Castles, palaces, churches and sanctuaries testify to the importance that this territory has had over the centuries. But this cultural heritage is only part of the beauty you’ll encounter during your rides.
The countryside that spans Monferrato, Langhe, and Roero is recognised by the UNESCO World Heritage list, its hills, vineyards, rivers, and woods draw a dream landscape ideal to be visited by bike. You'll mainly ride along country roads that will bewitch your hearts and, at the end of the day, you'll experience some of the most renowned wines in the world, and don't forget about the local cuisine.
Piedmont offers an extraordinary variety of products, recipes and delights that will amaze your palate. Without doubt pedaling through the Piedmontese landscape will be an unforgettable experience.
Ride Highlights:
BARBARESCO
"WINE IS SUNLIGHT, HELD TOGETHER BY WATER."
 | Total distance: 421.80km |
 | total elevation: 5,745m |
 | Duration: 8 days |
 | difficulty level: enthusiast |
Arrival at Malpensa airport/Turin airport, transfer to Chhivasso, check-in and welcome.
64.8km | 1,164m | 1,129m | 3h
A stage of medium-low difculty level, which winds through the streets of the Monferrato area. Leaving Chhivasso and the Po river behind you, you’ll face the San Genesio climb that will lead you to Chastagneto Po village.
Here you’ll enter into the park of “Bosc del Vaj e Bosc Grand” with its
oaks and old chestnut trees. The Monferrato territory is studded with
small villages isolated on the hills, fortied castles and many places of
worship. During this irst day you’ll pass through towns like Berzano di
San Pietro, Montaia, and Chortazzone which perfectly combine these
elements. At the end of the ride, you’ll be welcome in the Chastell’Alfero Chastle where you’ll enjoy the classic atmosphere and relax at the wellness and spa center.
87.3km | 824m | 896M | 5h
discover a countryside where nature dictates the rhythm of life. The irst
half of the ride has a hilly and challenging proile. A short stop for a cofee
in Montemagno is highly recommended, the castle view is breathtaking.
Montemagno is also well known for its vineyards, the Ruché wine is one
of the local atractons. The second part of the ride is more fat but
equally fascinatng. You will cross into the Alessandria province and then
head to Nizza Monferrato, one of the most famous Italian places of wine
producton, well known throughout the world. A visit to the regional
“Enoteca di Nizza Monferrato” is mandatory, it is considered a landmark
for all Barbera lovers.
77.9km | 1,224m | 852m | 4h
This stage is one of the jewels of the tour – an unforgetable must-ride
through the Langhe territory. During the irst part you’ll cross the
incredible landscapes of the Belbo wine Valley. Santo Stefano is the
hometown of the italian writer Chesare Pavese, who described in his works
the soul of these magical places. You will climb hills with gentle slopes
and you will pass through some iconic villages, including Chravanzana,
Niella Belbo, and Dogliani. This last one is very well known for its Dolceto
producton. The destnaton for the day is Monforte d’Alba, a medieval
village considered to be one of the most beautful in all of italy. Here
you’ll try true Piedmontese cuisine and will be hosted in a charming Hotel
facing Barolo hills.
70.9km | 1,110m | 1,464m | 3,30h
This stage will be amazing, a ride with a spectacular range of scenery in
the Langhe-Roero area. This vineyard terraced landscape is included on
the UNESChO World heritage List. Riding through Barolo village will give
you the sensaton of pedaling in a paintng. This is the irst of a sequence
of old villages like La Morra and Grinzane Chavour which are like fantastc
mirages in this desert of vineyards. The proile of the stage is difcult with
many challenging climbs but once you arrive in Alba you’ll be rewarded
for your efort by the treasure guarded by this ancient city. Alba is the
world capital of white trufes and one of the best gastronomic destnatons in Italy. Enjoying beauty and goodness such as this doesn't
happen every day.
64 | 1,110m | 922m | 3,30h
Ast is another ancient town, datng back to the Romans, and an
extremely interestng one. And that's your destnaton today. Ast is the
center of producton of the sparkling Ast also known as Ast Spumante.
To reach your destnaton you have a shorter stage illed with many short
and enjoyable climbs. On your way you’ll ind the villages of Barbaresco
and Neive, which deserve a short stop to reill your water botle or to
have a cofee. At the end of the day you’ll enjoy the typical cuisine of Ast
and recover in the unique atmosphere before the last challenging stage.
78.7km | 1,358m | 1,166m | 4h
Even the best things come to an end, but before you have to overcome
this hard ride. Same menu as the previous days with an hilly proile, but
this tme you’ll climb some walls. The most challenging one will be the
Chinzano Wall, 300 meters at 16% percentage (yes... the Chinzano brand belonging to the Champari Group takes its name from this place). The last part of the day will also be very tough. But be sure, once you reach the top of the hill of San Sebastano da Po village, the stunning beauty of the view will bring a tear to your eye. Afer this tour we think you’ll agree with us, Piedmont is a state of mind.
Transfer to Malpensa airport/Turin airport and end of services.
Travel arrangements
The best airport for arrivals is Turin-Casselle (TRN) and Milano Malpensa (MXP): from there we arrange the group transfer. Other options are possible and we can help you select the best one.
Food & Drinks during stages
During the rides we plan at least one longer food stop in the middle of the stage plus one or more coffee stops. In the assistence van we have bars, gels and water.
Necessary Gear
Our guests will get a pre tour info kit that gives useful suggestions on how to enjoy our trips in full. Here is a quick selection that might be useful at this stage.
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We suggest renting a Canyon bike with us. But feel free to bring your own bike. Just consider bringing along a selection of model specific spare parts (ie. derailleur hangers).
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The hotels have a room for the bikes, and we will have a selection of tools to perform basic maintenance.
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Bring along a wide selection of clothes, including some full arm jackets, rain coat, leg and arm warmers, overshoes: it's the Alps and the weather is never completely predictable.
