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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Mommialla

The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Mommialla

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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Mommialla

06:50

83.8km

1,950m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Riserva Naturale di Castelvecchio

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Start point

Parking

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23.5 km

Scenic Gravel Road in the Hills of Volterra

Highlight • Trail

The view of the hills around Volterra is truly unique

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28.4 km

The Balze of Volterra

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Volterra crags, located on the south-western side of the Volterra hill, between the Era and Cecina valleys, constitute a geological phenomenon of considerable interest. These cliffs represent the result of a long erosion process, where an upper layer of sand, more resistant to the action of water than the underlying clays, led to the formation of these characteristic overhangs. In simple terms, the collapse of the sand layer at the base caused it to collapse in "slices," thus creating the typical rock crags.

These formations rise like imposing cliffs that cut through the crumbly soil, giving the impression of hurting the Volterra hills. Over the centuries, the advance of the cliffs has led to the loss of parts of the ancient Etruscan walls, churches, houses and even the largest necropolis of the ancient city. Despite this, the beauty of this landscape of grandiose strength, one of a kind, is an authentic gift of nature.

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31.8 km

Piazza dei Priori, Volterra

Highlight • Historical Site

The city of Volterra stands on a hill between the Era and Cecina valleys, surrounded by two historic city walls: one dating back to the Etruscan era and the other built in the thirteenth century. This city, known in Etruscan times as Veláthri, was one of the major city-states of ancient Etruria. During the Middle Ages, Volterra became the seat of an important episcopal lordship. Its fame is linked to the fine workmanship of alabaster, an art that constitutes one of the most significant contributions to Italian craftsmanship.

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46.5 km

View of the Tuscan Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Along the provincial road of Cornocchio, which passes under the homonymous hill and between the natural reserves of Montenero and Castelvecchio, splendid panoramas unfold before you. Cycling here gives you a true Tuscan experience.

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58.2 km

View of San Gimignano

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Beautiful distant view with the hills and towers of San Giminiano in the background

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59.4 km

San Gimignano

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San Gimignano is a famous medieval village in Tuscany, located in the province of Siena, world-renowned for its imposing family towers that have earned it the nickname "Medieval Manhattan". Its historic center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990.

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61.0 km

Public Water Fountain at Porta di San Gimignano

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Public water at the gates of San Gimignano

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61.9 km

View of San Gimignano and Tuscan Vineyards

Highlight • Viewpoint

San Gimignano is a hill town in Tuscany located southwest of Florence. Surrounded by 13th-century walls, the hub of its historic center is Piazza della Cisterna, a triangular square lined with medieval houses. In the skyline of medieval towers, the Torre Grossa in stone stands out. The Cathedral of San Gimignano is a 12th century church where it is possible to admire the frescoes by Ghirlandaio in the Chapel of Santa Fina.
Source: it.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Gimignano

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83.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.3 km

39.3 km

1.94 km

325 m

Surfaces

50.7 km

24.5 km

5.61 km

2.22 km

779 m

176 m

Elevation

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Highest point (600 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

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17°C

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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Mommialla

Scenic Gravel Road in the Hills of Volterra

The Balze of Volterra

Piazza dei Priori, Volterra

View of the Tuscan Countryside

View of San Gimignano

San Gimignano

Public Water Fountain at Porta di San Gimignano

View of San Gimignano and Tuscan Vineyards

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