How to organize a cycling holiday

Choose a route that's within your technical ability and don't overdo it. Always wear a helmet and carry a water bottle. Train and study the route.

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How to organize a cycling holiday
First of all, you need good training, started well in advance of the moment you have set your departure for a holiday in bicycleWalking, cycling, spinning, climbing and descending the stairs on foot: at least three times a week. Then you need to be equipped with the right equipment and ready for a customized diet. At that point you are ready for your experience in the universe of cycling.
Traveling by bicycle It is not just an alternative way to reach new places to discover and visit, but a real lifestyle. holidays Cycling is, in fact, an excellent opportunity to spend time away from the cities and, in summer, from crowded beaches, and enjoy the landscapes, in contact with nature.

If you've decided to take a cycling holiday, September is the perfect time to really think about it and get organized. However, remember that cycle tourism can't be improvised, neither in terms of the route you choose nor your fitness level.

What is cycle tourism?

Cycling tourism allows you to enjoy an outdoor holiday dedicated to physical and mental well-being, spending little and polluting even less. Even a single weekend is enough for a journey to discover the beauty of diverse landscapes.

Guide to cycle tourism

If you are thinking of taking a bike trip and entering the world of cycle tourism, we propose this a short guide to cycle tourism, in the name of eco-sustainability.

  • How to choose the route

If you are trying cycle touring for the first time, start with a simple path rather linear and with few difficulties so as to be able to minimize any inconveniences and problems.

Also, avoid venturing off-route or overly tiring routes: instead, choose, for example, a path that runs alongside a river or lake so that you can fully immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty of nature during your journey.

    1. Study the route

Before leaving research the route carefully You'll need to carefully consider the itinerary you'll be taking so you can also fully understand any potential challenges you might encounter. A good solution, especially if it's your first cycling trip, is to hire a cycle touring company: they'll be able to guide you on the most suitable route, based on your fitness level.

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      1. Training

Cycle touring does not require great athletic preparation: it is in fact an activity that can be easily practiced by anyone. Of course, even a little preparation can be essential for the success of your cycling trip: so take advantage of it to organize some small training sessions, even non-daily, with the people you intend to travel with.

If you're a gym member, for example, a few months beforehand, dedicate 45-50 minutes to cycling or spinning at least three times a week. Alternatively, opt for a walk Bike to the nearest public park. Increase your cycling activity a month before your cycling trip.

        1. Equipment

If you haven't bought a bicycle yet, opt for the trekking bikes or cycle touring, robust but lightweight, optimised for comfortable riding and equipped with an excellent lighting system and luggage rack.

An advice: attach a fanny pack or mini bag to the handlebars of your bike A pocket for your wallet, cell phone, map, and camera. Alternatively, opt for a lightweight backpack and don't forget your helmet and water bottle.

As for the bag you will bring with you as a suitcase, the main rule is: the essential. Some t-shirts, short and long sleeves, some trousers and some jackets. A piece of soap solid will allow you to wash your clothes as often as you need.

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          1. The right nutrition

Nutrition is crucial for anyone planning a cycling trip: proper nutrition allows you to better support not only your training but also your journey. Let's take a closer look at how the different meals of the day should be structured:

            • Breakfast

Opt for a healthy breakfast consisting of rusks or wholemeal toast, cereals, coffee or tea.

            • Lunch

Pasta and rice are a good option. Don't forget fruit, an important food for restoring vitamins and minerals lost during exercise.

            • Price

For dinner, opt for proteins, such as meat and fish, accompanied by a side of fresh vegetables.

Also, plan two snacks during the day, one mid-morning and one afternoon, consisting of yogurt, cereal, and fruit, and remember to drink often.

How to plan a bike tour

To plan your itinerary, you must choose the route based on two preliminary considerations. First, its difficulty compared to your physical preparation: don't make risky or overly strenuous choices; we're not all climbers. MountainsAnd cycling is beautiful even on the flat. The second consideration is what you want to see: you're not competing, but on vacation, so combine cycling tourism with visits to some villages or small or medium-sized towns, for example. The important thing is to have planned your stops, stops, and transfers before you set off. There'll always be time to make some changes.

Where to sleep

There are several useful websites that can help you find, with a simple click, places to stop, to sleep, or even just for a rest, during a bike trip. The first is called Cicloturismo.it and updates in particular the news about new cycle paths to use. The second, however, is called Albergabici.it Accommodations provided by FIAB (Italian Federation of Friends of the Bicycle): bed and breakfasts, hotels, guesthouses, campsites, hostels, and agritourism. You'll be spoiled for choice for a wonderful cycling holiday.

Where to go cycling in Italy

Rivers, mountains, lakes, and beaches. You don't need to travel across Europe to find our cycling routes. Italy has it all. Starting with spectacular cycle paths that allow you to tour the peninsula from north to south, east to west: here find the most beautiful ones, for each region.

Cycling tourism in Lazio

One of the most interesting cycle tourism projects in Italy is the route Cycling Mirabilia Lazio, created by the Anna Maria Catalano Foundation with the support of the Lazio Region. The route, tailored for prospective cyclists, unfolds in four stages: Fiumicino-Cerveteri; Cerveteri-Casale Poggio Nebbia; Casale Poggio Nebbia-Tarquinia Lido; Tarquinia Lido-Fiumicino.
Aside from the beauty of the landscape, along the way you can discover the food and wine delights of the Etruscan-Roman Biodistrict. Cycling Mirabilia Lazio It has three key strengths that affect the entire Lazio economic system. The first: enabling the discovery of villages and places traditionally unknown to the general public. The second: extending the tourist season.
The third: connecting the interest of potential cyclists to the region's tourism activities. Thu, on the Anna Maria Catalano Foundation website, you can find details on the four stages of the journey. And here, on the Radio Sapienza website, the podcast that talks about the project.
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