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Mucciante Refreshment Stop – Porta di San Francesco loop from Penne
05:36
74.4km
1,810m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: June 24, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 23.6 km for 7.22 km
Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)
After 43.6 km for 82 m
Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)
After 43.9 km for 7.13 km
Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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36.8 km
View of Gran Sasso
Highlight • Viewpoint
37.2 km
Ristoro Mucciante
Highlight • Restaurant
Those who want to avoid the crowds should come in May, June, September, or October. In July and August and on sunny weekends, it can be very popular and long queues often form.
The location is usually open from April to November, typically daily from 09:00 to 19:00. The establishment closes during the winter months, as the plateau often disappears under a thick layer of snow.
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Mucciante Refreshment Stop
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43.7 km
View of Vado di Sole
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73.6 km
Penne Cathedral
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Some facts: the Duomo was built on pagan foundations.
The cathedral stands on the Colle Sacro (the Sacred Hill). The early Christian church was founded even before the year 1000, directly on top of the remains of an old Roman temple.
The road to the cathedral via the narrow, steep streets from Porta San Francesco is a historical experience in itself. The Duomo marks the highest point of Penne. Even with scaffolding around the facade, the square in front of the church offers a spectacular panoramic view over the roofs of the Città del Mattone and the surrounding Abruzzese hills.
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Fonte Nuova of Penne
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Porta di San Francesco
Highlight • Historical Site
The gate forms the main entrance to the medieval center and is a striking example of local architecture.
The gate owes its name to Francis of Assisi, who according to legend visited Penne on September 16, 1216. He came to the city at the time to establish peace between two violent, rival family clans. In memory of this historic visit, the original medieval city gate was later named after him. Although the origin of the gate is medieval, its current baroque appearance dates from 1780 (with later adjustments around 1870).
The gate, to be renovated, came from the drawing board of architect Francesco Di Sio and was completely rebuilt, along with the adjacent buildings. Since then, they have formed a monumental, stylish entrance to 'the city of brick'.
Bonus: if you stand in front of the gate and look closely, you will see the patron saint of Penne, San Massimo, at the top of the gate.
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Church of San Nicola
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On the side of Corso Alessandrini, the church has a simple brick facade, adorned with a small aedicule and a triangular tympanum. On the side of Largo San Francesco, the bell tower particularly catches the eye, with its double arched opening and tympanum-shaped crowning. Together, these elements give the church a restrained yet characteristic appearance.
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74.4 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
69.0 km
3.21 km
1.97 km
327 m
Surfaces
73.1 km
756 m
374 m
289 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,630 m)
Lowest point (360 m)
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