Sant'Antimo Abbey – Historic town of Montalcino loop from Poggio la Croce

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Sant'Antimo Abbey – Historic town of Montalcino loop from Poggio la Croce

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Sant'Antimo Abbey – Historic town of Montalcino loop from Poggio la Croce

05:31

57.2km

1,300m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 45.7 km for 73 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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12.9 km

Viewpoint

14.4 km

Sant'Antimo Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

The Abbey of Sant'Antimo, built by Charlemagne, is a silent portal to bygone eras. It stands majestically among the rolling hills of the Val d'Orcia, offering a peaceful refuge to …

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26.8 km

Olive Groves of San Quirico d'Orcia

Highlight • Natural

27.5 km

Historic churches in San Quirico d'Orcia along the Via Francigena

Highlight • Religious Site

pretty here, very pretty

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27.9 km

San Quirico d'Orcia — Historic Town

Highlight • Historical Site

San Quirico is located on a small rise and has preserved its 12th century ramparts and monumental gates. Late in the Middle Ages the place gained importance thanks to the …

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28.2 km

San Quirico d'Orcia Historic Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

This is a wonderful village along the Via Francigena. It has an ancient history and is worth stopping for a visit. A UNESCO heritage site, San Quirico d'Orcia is a …

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39.0 km

Nice up and down gravel section

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Explore this beautiful stretch of up and down dirt road, located right on the outskirts of the historic city of Siena. Its beauty lies in the breathtaking views that open …

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46.9 km

Historic town of Montalcino

Highlight • Settlement

Montalcino, a medieval village in the province of Siena, is a place that invites you to immerse yourself in a slow tourism experience. Its trails, such as the Brunello Crossing …

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47.0 km

Montalcino Fortress

Highlight • Castle

The historic center of Montalcino is dominated by the mighty Rocca, a fortress built in 1361 to mark the passage of the city under the dominion of Siena. The panorama …

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