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Morellino Gravel: by bike among the vineyards and villages of the Maremma
Morellino Gravel: by bike among the vineyards and villages of the Maremma


Morellino Gravel: by bike among the vineyards and villages of the Maremma

Morellino Gravel is born, the project conceived by the Morellino di Scansano Consortium and by Saturnia Bike with the aim of promoting wine cycling in the territory of the denomination.

The highlight of the project will be the event scheduled for autumn 2021: an event where bike and cycle tourism enthusiasts will be able to travel the Morellino production region on a gravel bike to live a unique sporting and cultural experience.

Morellino Gravel : this is the name of the project conceived by the Morellino di Scansano Consortium and by Saturnia Bike, a partnership already started with VisitMorellino.com , a virtual space launched in May 2021 that contains all the tourist opportunities of the territory in which the Morellino originates. of Scansano. On Visit Morellino it is in fact possible to organize your stay in the Denomination area by combining activities, places to visit, tasting routes, but also sports and excursions among some of the most beautiful villages in Italy, immersed in the Maremma countryside.

Morellino Gravel's goal is to promote the development of wine cycling in the territory of the denomination, making the area a tourist destination of excellence. " The territory of Morellino di Scansano is the ideal place for lovers of two wheels, with its historical routes that date back to the Etruscan and Roman times, but also naturalistic and food and wine, perfect to be explored by bike " says Bernardo Guicciardini Calamai , president of the Consortium.

The highlight of the project is the event that will take place in autumn 2021: an event in which bike and cycle tourism enthusiasts will be able to travel the production region of this famous Tuscan red on a gravel bike for a sporting experience. truly unique and cultural.

In particular, the gravel bike is designed to tackle medium-long hilly itineraries and is equipped with wider tires that allow it to remain stable in the saddle and manage any weather conditions and road surface, making it comfortable to pass on dirt and gravel paths, but also paved roads or roads with uneven pavement. Tourism suitable for those who love sport, discovery and the environment, such as the Consorzio del Morellino di Scansano which, also through initiatives such as Morellino Gravel, is committed to an ever wider sustainability and to the protection of its territorial heritage.

Andrea Gurayev responsible for the Saturnia.bike Brands speaks thus: "it is an initiative that confirms the desire for collaboration between accommodation facilities and territorial brands to bring all users to live an outdoor experience. Our territory is perfect for all levels , from the most trained person to those who have just approached the world of two wheels. We have chosen autumn - he continues - to experience the thrill of food and wine at 360 degrees. Combining sport with the scents of the territory and the traditions of true Maremma is a unique emotion of its kind in a period that sees companies engaged in harvesting and winemaking. "

Morellino Gravel was presented in these days and further details on routes, dates and methods of participation will be shared soon. In the meantime, on VisitMorellino.com and Saturnia.bike you can browse and tickle your desire to discover the beauties of the Tuscan Maremma aboard a bike.

06/08/2021
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