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Bicycle touring route in the countryside, embraced by the hills of Collio and the back of the Julian Alps, discovering the food and wine specialties of the area.
Itinerary
The beginning of this bicycle touring route starts in Cormons and runs between the waters of two rivers: the Judrio and the Versa. Along the route you pedal through the Isonzo countryside, among rows of vines, meadows and rural villages. On the hill of Medea stands out the Ara Pacis Mundi, from which you can admire a striking panorama. The monumental complex, erected in 1951, preserves clods of earth from the 800 war cemeteries on Italian territory, symbolizing the fallen of all wars.
Food & Wine
From the heart of the Collio DOC wine production area, we travel through the Friuli Isonzo DOC territory, known for its white wines such as Friulano, Malvasia, Riesling, Traminer and Moscato, and reds such as Refosco dal peduncolo rosso, Cabernet and Pignolo.
Recommended dish: Gorizian goulash with potatoes in tecja.
The trail is suitable for families with children 10 years and older.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Ring suitable for families with children. Pay attention to the crossing on SR56 near Cormons.
To reach Ara Pacis Mundi, a short uphill section must be tackled.
For the more trained, this route can be combined with the Collio-Brda Classic loop (R014).
Public-transport-friendly
Regional trains (Trenitalia) can transport bicycles along the Trieste - Udine - Venice route.
In summer there is a BiciBus service, buses with an enclosed trolley for 40 bicycles in tow: - from Cormons to Grado with stops in Gorizia, Gradisca d'Isonzo, Redipuglia and Monfalcone
From Udine or from Gorizia - SR56. In Cormons, follow signs to train station.
Near the Cormons train station. There is a large free parking lot on Alcide de Gasperi Street.
Helmets and a water supply are recommended, especially in the warmer months.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
