Project Description

Explore the terroir of Barolo, the King of wines! From Alba to Monforte, from Serralunga to La Morra, we’ll be cycling through scenic ridges and groomed vineyards, amazing landscapes and quiet b-roads. And of course we won’t miss a traditional lunch and the superb tasting in a local winery. A savoury ride in the heart of the Langhe hills, a stone’s throw from Torino.
The cycle tour is free to join, you are welcome to leave a tip at the end if you enjoyed it. We do it in the spare time, tell your favourite date and we’ll try our best to make it happen.

Duration: 8 hours

56 km/890 metres gain

Level: demanding

Start/End: Alba

Info&Bookings

THE BAROLO RIDGE | BELVEDERE OF LA MORRA | SERRALUNGA CASTLE | THE RIDE THROUGH THE VINEYARDS | SERRALUNGA SCENIC CREST | LUNCH IN TRADITIONAL OSTERIA | WINE SAMPLING IN THE CELLAR | TOWN OF BAROLO | TANARO BIKE PATH | MEDIEVAL ALBA

A day trip in the heart of Langhe, the land of Barolo wine! We’ll bike amongst hills covered in vineyards and dotted with medieval towns, through minor roards and scenic trails. We start from Alba, the “city of the hundred towers” that soar over the rooftops of the Old Town. A cycleway leads us out of town, until we tackle the ascent towards Serralunga d’Alba, dominated by the impressive vertical fortess, We stop right at the feet of the castle and enjoy the view by the belvedere terrace. Fill the water bottles, and it’s time to hit the road again. We finally get to the hilltop and ride the panoramic ridge of Roddino overlooking the Langhe hills. The small town welcomes us for lunch in a family trattoria serving original “Langarola” cuisine.
The road goes now downhill, we are riding through one of the most renowned terroir of Barolo: the landscape is gorgeous, vines are perfectly cultivated in a row, like they were groomed by an hairdresser. We reach the town of Barolo which gives name to the King of Wines, right in the middle of the production area, and take a stroll through its narrow medieval streets. The steep ascent to La Morra begins, five kilometres uphill that will really put us on a test. No pain no gain, upon arrival we will celebrate with a sampling of Barolo and Nebbiolo crus in the cellar of a master winemaker! We’re on the highest peak, let’s enjoy the view from the panoramc terrace before taking the road again. The route goes all downhill through the vineyards of Pelaverga giving a splendid sight on the Langhe, until we hit Alba, end of the tour.
DISTANCE: 56 km
ELEVATION GAIN: 890 mt

Region: Piemonte
Departure/Arrival: Alba
When: On Request – from March to November
Cost: free to join
Info&Bookings: info@easytorino.com or fill the form above
Level of difficulty: demanding
Duration: 8 hours
Distance/Elevation Gain: 56 km/890 metres
Terrain: paved secondary roads, easy trails
Recommended bike: gravel, road, touring. You can join with your own bike or we can help renting one (regular or E-bike). Please inform us if you need a bicycle
Note: in case of bad weather or adverse conditions the tour might be cancelled. Minimum of 2 participants required.

The tour is on request, you choose the date and we’ll do our best to make it happen. It takes place all year round according to the time availability of the bike host. Usually Spring and Fall are the best periods considering weather ad temperatures.
For Info&Bookings contact info@easytorino.com or fill the form above.

The outing is free to join: EASYTORINO is not a tour operator nor about guided tours nor a professional activity. It’s a welcome club of locals who love to share their places with the travelers, like with friends. You will pay your personal expenses (meals and tastings) directly to the businesses. They may vary depending on the chosen food and wines. The figures shown are therefore approximate based on average.
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PERSONAL EXPENSES 50€ PER PERSON INCLUDE:
– light lunch (antipasto starter dish, first course, water)
– Wine tasting (3 wines including one Barolo)
Additional services such as bike rental shall be quoted upon request.

The ride is hosted by an english speaking local expert (bike host) from our group: he is not a licenced tour guide but a volunteer, fine connoisseur of the places, culture and oenogastronomy. If you enjoyed the ride, you are welcome to leave him a gratuity

We do not take responsability for accidents of any kind nor provide any insurance. These are open rides, every participant is responsible for his/her actions and the resulting consequences, and certify that he/her is sufficiently experienced, in good health and in proper phisical condition to ride the proposed tours. We strongly suggest you to get a Cycling Liability Insurance and a Travel/Medical Insurance before joining. By joining our tours you acknowledge you have read and accepted our Entry Waiver Form (click to open)