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Turin to San Remo

The iconic Italian cycle route from the city to the coast

Cycle tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
Medium
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1,009.00 GBP
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Much like the revered Milan to Sanremo classic cycling route, your journey follows a path from the majestic Alps to the inviting embrace of the sea. However, while the parallel exists, a distinction emerges: your adventure commences in the regal city of Turin, but unlike the swift professionals of the "Classicissima," your exploration isn't confined to a single day's ride.

Believe us, amidst the splendour of this captivating route, the culturally rich and charming locales where you rest, the breathtaking vistas that unfold, and the alluring aromas that envelop you, even the most seasoned cyclists might opt to meander through the landscape, savouring the indulgences strewn along the way. The interweaving of culture, scenery, and cuisine on this journey is genuinely exceptional, delivering daily doses of delight and excitement.

One certainty prevails: You don't need to be a professional cyclist to undertake this expedition to Sanremo. Even cycling legends like Fausto Coppi, Eddy Merckx, Erik Zabel, or Mark Cavendish would likely opt for this enjoyable route albeit at a much slower pace!

Details of the cycle tour from Turin to San Remo

In Turin, you start the 50-kilometre stage along the Po. You pass the impressive Stupinigi Palace and reach the medieval town of Saluzzo. In the bar of the former Cistercian abbey, you must taste the excellent ice cream! Continue south to Mondovi, Millesimo and Albenga. On day seven, you arrive at the Riviera of Flowers, San Remo. Now you have time to enjoy the turquoise sea and the pleasant temperatures and the glamorous surroundings.

Highlights of the cycle tour from Turin to San Remo at a glance:

  • Passing orchards and vineyards: As you cycle to Cavour, the mountain ‘Mon Viso’ is always in view. And surrounded by orchards and vineyards is the curious castle ‘Rocca’.

  • Crossing the Alps: On day six you will reach the sea via the Bormida Valley to the Riviera of Flowers, Sanremo. The summit of the Colle Scravaion offers a spectacular view of the Ligurian Sea.

Turin to San Remo
Medium
Cycle tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
from
1,009.00 GBP
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Itinerary

In the evening you will have your welcome briefing and you will receive your bikes. Explore Italy’s original capital with its royal squares and splendid boulevards.

 

Leaving Turin you follow the River Po for a bit before the bike path leads you to the impressive Palazzina di caccia of Stupinigi. This Roccoco work of art will catch your eye but so will the magnificent mountain panorama. You cycle along the flat towards Pinerolo whilst you can see the snow-capped Alpine peaks towering ahead of you. You reach your accomodamtion far too fast. This is where one of Italy’s most well-known cavalry schools was run. Without horses or bikes, you take a stroll through Pinerolo’s historical centre.

With the prominent Mount Mon Viso (“my view”) always in front of you, you cycle past orchards and vineyards on great paths to Cavour with its curious “Rocca” fortress built on a moraine hill in the middle of flat land. You should take a break by the former Staffarda Cistercian abbey. They serve excellent ice cream dishes in the bar. Afterwards, you rejoin the river Po for one last time. It is a lot smaller now than it was in Turin. Lastly, you ride into medieval Saluzzo where you will notice its Italian flair.

Today’s stage is agriculturally rich. On the edge of the cycle path there are kiwis, apples and beans, which grow particularly well here. You cross several streams and the river Stura and then the scenery changes drastically. The last 10km to Mondovi are through lush green hills. Where you stay after today’s cycle knows how to impress with its wonderful Piazza Maggiore located in the upper town.

There are a few ascents for you to tackle in the first part of today’s route. This is because you leave the Tanaro River valley and make your way up a breathtaking high road into one of the most well-known vineyards within Piedmont. Enjoy the views over the Langhe hills. Grapevines, decidous trees and hazelnut bushes line your way to Liguria and Millesimo. The old town centre is considered to be one of the “Borghi piu belli d`Italia“, which means it is one of the nicest in Italy.

The time has finally come! You are crossing the Alps! However, the ascent is so gentle that you will hardly even notice it. It goes through the Bormida valley until you get to the top of the pass called Colle Scravaion. During a 30km long descent you will look down across the surrounding mountains and out to the sea. The first olive trees are lining the edge of your path. Maybe you fancy trying the particularly good smelling ligurian oil in the pituresque mountain village of Castelvecchio.

One thing is certain - you will have an exhilarating descent towards the coast and before you know it you will be in Albenga. What is less well known by tourists is that Albenga has the second most significant old town in Liguria after Genoa. It sure will charm you with all of its restaurants in the narrow streets.

Your last day’s cycle starts with a transfer to Imperia. This is the starting point of one of Italy’s best cycle paths! Spectacular views of the turquoise blue sea along the Riviera of the Flowers are an absolutley cracking way to end your cycle tour. Enjoy the Ligurian sun on your bike before you get to Sanremo. You should however keep cycling along the bike path. The 1.7km long bike tunnel running along part of the famous Milan to Sanremo bike race is definitely worth seeing.

Departure from San Remo or spend extra nights in the city or surrounding region.

Route map and overview

You predominantly cycle along quiet side roads. All in all a very easy route. On the fourth day there are 3 ascents with lengths between 1.5 and 3km each. On the 5th day you have to climb a total of 400m over a total of 30km. Most of the route is on tarmac. Only short sections are on gravel paths. When arriving and leaving the towns there are short connecting sections where you should be expecting more traffic.

Prices and dates

Accommodation in 3*** and 4**** hotels

Prices shown exclude bike hire

Hotel lists are available on request for all holidays

Prices per person in GBP

Services & Information

Further information about this cycling holiday.

Included

  • Accommodation as mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Well developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • 1 Transfer from Albenga to Imperia incl. your bike
  • App for Navigation and GPS data available
  • Service hotline

Not included

  • Tourist tax, if applicable, to be paid locally
  • Train: Turin train station
  • Airport: Turin or Milan airport
  • Parking: Multi-storey car park costs approx. EUR 15 per day

Bike hire information

Rental bike insurance is included on this cycling holiday

Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm
60 cm
64 cm
Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21 gears
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm
46 cm
51 cm
56 cm
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with a diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm
50 cm
51 cm
55 cm
60 cm
63 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs"
46 cm
51 cm
56 cm
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