The best traffic-free bike rides around Asolo

Villa Contarini, also known as Villa degli Armeni or "il Fresco", is a charming historic residence located in Sant'Anna, in a panoramic and isolated position on the Asolan hills. Built at the beginning of the 16th century at the behest of the noble Venetian family Contarini, the structure is distinguished by its elegant southern facade facing the village, embellished with an important cycle of frescoes with biblical themes by the Brescian painter Lattanzio Gambara. The building develops with a double-height central hall and a singular tunnel at the rear connecting it to the hill behind. At the end of the 19th century, the property was donated to the Mechitarist Fathers of the Island of San Lazzaro degli Armeni in Venice, to whom it owes its current name, before returning to private hands.

The Stradon del Bosco is a historic itinerary that develops along the southern slope of Montello, in the province of Treviso. This fascinating route, predominantly flat and immersed in nature, runs for long stretches along the Canale del Bosco, an artificial hydraulic work built in the 16th century to divert the waters of the Piave for irrigation and production purposes. Ideally connecting the area of Crocetta del Montello and Montebelluna to Nervesa della Battaglia, the road today represents an ideal destination for lovers of trekking, running, and cycle tourism, particularly for gravel and road bike enthusiasts. In addition to offering suggestive views of the pre-Alpine landscape and the typical oak woods of the hill, the trail intersects the historic "prese" (intakes) of Montello, combining naturalistic beauty with the historical memory of the territory.

The restaurant La Beccaccia in Cornuda is famous for the impressive scenic presence of a real State Railways steam locomotive, positioned right at the entrance of the establishment. This historic giant of black iron welcomes visitors in the garden, becoming an iconic symbol of the place and a unique visual landmark in the entire area. Although the locomotive serves as an extraordinary outdoor monument and is not used as a dining room, its proximity lends a charming old-world atmosphere to the entire setting. The meal is actually enjoyed in the internal rooms of the restaurant, a cozy Venetian farmhouse where the rustic atmosphere and traditional cuisine complete the evocative experience suggested by the presence of the train in the park.

Very beautiful. Slightly uphill, very pleasant for the landscapes and views of the very well-maintained houses in a natural setting.

Asolo is an enchanting fortified town in the province of Treviso, rich in history, art and culture, located on the top of a hill with a particular elongated shape in ridges and dominated by Monte Ricco, on which stands the medieval Rocca.

Place of refreshment, enjoy it.

Fantastic route "su e giu"

Our Mur de Bretagne. From the traffic light or the end of the forest road, turn right into the narrow passage of houses and you'll find yourself on a beautiful, straight road that climbs gradually, like the legendary Breton climb. Once you reach the turnoff for the Osti Nati restaurant (known to older riders as "the Cuban"), the road reaches its steepest gradient, then flattens out for the last 300 meters until you reach the start of the Dorsale. Until the 1990s, it was often the site of junior and amateur cycling races. I myself rode it in the Montebelluna Classic, completing about ten laps before tackling the Mercato vecchi-Groppa double-header at the end. A "must" to warm up your legs before tackling the climbs of the Pedemontana.