A gentle and flat route of approximately 45 km, guiding you through the historical and natural beauty of the Lecce region.

Starting from Lecce, the quintessential Baroque city, you’ll cycle towards the Church of Santa Maria d’Aurio, a hidden gem nestled in the Salentine countryside, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees and a serene atmosphere.

From there, the journey continues to the Abbey of Santa Maria di Cerrate, an ancient masterpiece of Puglian Romanesque architecture, immersed in a vast olive grove and today a FAI heritage site, where you can pause to appreciate its beauty also visiting the inside of the abbey.

Following peaceful country roads, your journey will continue through the Rauccio Nature Park, renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, and will then take you to lunch at a wonderful restaurant nestled in lush greenery

Finally, the route leads you back to Lecce, wrapping up an excursion that seamlessly blends history, nature, and the sea, . a unique and accessible experience for all. 🚴‍♂️🌿🏖️🏰