Trek&Bike Hotel, vacanze a piedi e in bicicletta in Italia. Trekking e cicloturismo negli hotel per escursionisti e cicloturisti. Il consorzio Green-Italy è la principale catena di alberghi e hotel per cicloturisti, ciclisti ed escursionisti in Italia, è presente in Emilia Romagna, Marche, Veneto, Valle d'Aosta, Trentino Alto Adige, Lombardia, Piemonte, Liguria, Toscana, Abruzzo, Puglia . Trek&Bike Hotel offre agli sportivi di ciclismo, sia mountain bike che bici da strada, la possibilità di fare una vacanza in bicicletta, alla scoperta dell'Italia! Siamo specializzati nel turismo in bicicletta e nelle vacanze outdoor per il cicloturista che sceglie una vacanza in bicicletta in contatto diretto con la natura. A Roma, Firenze, Venezia, Amalfi, Capri, Pisa

The province of Mantova is like an arrow head, pointing towards the Po valley, wedged between Veneto and Emilia.

A lovely route passing through the heart of the Apuan Alps that blends the beauties of Versilia with the harsh nature of these mountains, well represented here by Mount Nona with its steep wall and by the Procinto, which, with its completely vertical mass, was believed centuries ago to belong to the devil.

This itinerary leads us up to one of the southern peaks of the Apuan Alps.

This itinerary, that combines attractive scenery with the archaeological ruins of an ancient hermitage, starts just outside the village of Montecerboli

The complex of the Pisan Mountains forms a natural and protective barrier just a few kilometres north of Pisa. It is one of the most ancient mountain formations in Italy, dating back to the Pliocene period, when most of the peninsula was still covered by water. The wealth of these woods has always attracted many populations (Apuan, Etruscan, Ligurian, Roman) and even in the Middle Ages enjoyed great fame for its numerous religious settlements. It is still possible today to find much evidence of the past amongst the generous nature of these mountains.

This is a splendid itinerary that offers all the major attractions of the area within the Monterufoli Reserve, a nature reserve populated by numerous species of animals and flowers.

The Cork Tree Path is an easy itinerary that is suitable for everyone. It offers beautiful views of Versilia and Lake Massaciuccoli and gives the trekker the chance to see what is left of the ruins of the splendid Villa dei Venulei.

This path crosses an area near Massaciuccoli lake, where we can admire stretches of sedge, an aquatic plant that grows in abundance in the stagnant waters of the lake and was used in the past as litter for animals, and as material for binding wine flasks and re-caning chairs. Along the route we can also admire numerous species of birds that nest along the lakeside: towards the centre of the lake ?diving? birds, like the back-necked and eared Grebes and Cormorants, and the more fortunate can admire the antics of the Osprey, the only bird of prey that can catch fish just under the surface of the water by making fast plunges that end in a dive where the prey is caught in the claws of the bird. In the more shallow waters, on the other hand, we find various species of surface Ducks, that feed just by immerging their necks. The ducks share the shallow waters with numerous varieties of Herons: We can admire not only the Grey Heron but the rarer Egret and, in the cane thickets, the Red Heron, that builds its nest in the more inaccessible, thick areas. During the Spring, the lake is home to the Stilt Plover, the elegant wader with black and white plumage and very long bright red legs.

An easy route that is full of attractions. From the first part that is in contact with the sea and splendid beaches we continue through cool holm-oak woods to explore the Enfola promontory, which thanks to its position, offers us wonderful views and an environment that is exemplary for its great variety of Mediterranean scrub.

Agriturismo Palazzo is situated at Rivalta di Brentino, in the heart of the Valdadige, in a recently restored building from the 16th century. Its owners will happily welcome their guests in special and comfortable surroundings. Agriturismo Palazzo is in a particularly inviting position, easily reached in just a few minutes for those coming from Lake Garda or Verona.

What we are proposing is a long itinerary that is also a journey into the heart of the history of the Isle of Elba. The first part, starting from the splendid beach of Fetovaia, passes through the fertile Pomonte valley with its typical terraces, where the hazards of Saracen raids still re-echo, while the second part takes us through Villanovan settlements and old shepherds’ goat-huts overlooking the sea.

An itinerary in an environment of medium-high mountains in which even during the Summer you can enjoy the shade of pines. This path leads to Mount Orello and was part of a series of routes that linked the bunkers in the peaks used during the second world war and from which there is a 360° view of this part of the island.

We are going to take you to explore an area that is rich in the most ancient traditions of Elba. In the blissful surroundings that this island offers, with views of the beaches and islands of the Archipelago, we will wander among the remains of the ancient granite quarries used first by the Romans and then, during the late Middle Ages, by the inhabitants of Pisa. Starting from the village of San Piero, which, not surprisingly, has many granite decorations, we will take you along a route that is a perfect combination of the harshness of the mountains, the beauty of the sea and the glorious granite tradition.

This interesting route passes through the splendid scenery of the Monterufoli-Caselli Nature Reserve with its beautiful surroundings and links with local traditions. Until the middle of the last century the lignite mines at Villetta di Monterufoli were still working in this area that is very rich in minerals. With its woods, vineyards and old farms it is an ideal place for fine treks.

This is an easy but attractive route under the shade of pines that develops within the Nature Reserve of Tomboli di Cecina, in an area that extends for more than 15 km and is composed of three different kinds of environment that live in contact with the sea. A unique place where you can closely observe the vegetation of the Mediterranean scrub.

An easy pedal around the old village of Castagneto Carducci, visiting an area that is rich in vineyards and olive groves. An opportunity to discover the places where one of the most highly esteemed DOC wines in Italy is produced, that of Bolgheri.

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A 2-day trek in the wilderness of Val Grande means full-immersion in nature, light years away from modern living.