Buonconvento – Via Francigena Gravel Route loop from Pieve a Salti

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Buonconvento – Via Francigena Gravel Route loop from Pieve a Salti

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Buonconvento – Via Francigena Gravel Route loop from Pieve a Salti

02:24

30.5km

450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.07 km

Historic Center of Buonconvento

Highlight • Historical Site

The small village of Buonconvento is located within the municipality of Siena and rises along the ancient Via Francigena. It has a small but fascinating historic centre, where the main church, the town hall and two museums are located.

Let yourself be fascinated by the typical red brick architecture and the different picturesque corners to take some great photos!

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4.26 km

Buonconvento

Highlight • Settlement

A stop in Buonconvento is absolutely recommended because it is a delightful small town. Stop for half an hour, tour the small village, have a coffee in the bars frequented by many cyclists and then set off again.

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9.80 km

Vineyard

Highlight • Structure

9.97 km

Via Francigena Gravel Route

Highlight • Trail

Gravel route on the Via Francigena

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10.3 km

Road Among the Vineyards

Highlight • Trail

Part of the Francigena and one of the most beautiful dirt roads in the area.

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10.4 km

Cypress-lined avenue to Azienda Agricola Caparzo

Highlight • Trail

iconic structure that deserves a souvenir photo, from here onwards a wonderful view over the valley

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11.7 km

Beautiful View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Really spectacular view spot looking over a road that’s framed by Cypress Pines

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14.2 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 up along the way, offering a unique and immersive cycling experience.

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30.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.4 km

6.59 km

4.11 km

1.40 km

Surfaces