From Bertinoro to the sea
La Romagna dello SpungoneItinerary: Bertinoro, San Cristoforo, Palazzone, Matellica, Castiglione di Cervia, Cervia
Starting from the town of Bertinoro, this itinerary for MTB and gravel bikes leads directly to the sea, ideal to enjoy a pleasant ride and the cheerful atmosphere of the Romagna beaches. After a downhill start, the route follows the banks of the river Savio along dirt roads and cycle paths amid quiet natural surroundings. Continuing along the bends of the river you reach the Cervia Salt Pan, famous for its rich birdlife (which also includes the black-winged stilt and the pink flamingo) and for its “white gold” – the renowned sweet salt of Cervia. To end the ride, enjoy a delicious piadina in one of the kiosks on the beach.
Path taken from: www.laromagnadellospungone.it
Curiosities
“The balcony onto Romagna” – Located on the top of Mount Cesubeo and surrounded by about a thousand hectares of vineyards, the town of Bertinoro is also known as “The balcony onto Romagna”. To appreciate why it took this name, all you have to do is enjoy the magnificent view of the Romagna plain and coast from the terrace of the central town square.
