Our local Italian guides will take pride in guiding you through these stunning hills, introducing you to local producers and helping you choose from mouthwatering menus and endless wine lists!
Prosecco's sparkling white wines are amongst the world's most famous, and for good reason. The region, however has far more to offer the discerning cyclist than just enjoying an "aperitivo" whilst nibbling on bruschette and olives as the late afternoon sun casts shadows across the piazza. As enticing as that may sound on its own, sampling the local produce is even more rewarding after days spent exploring the vine-clad hills.
Set in the Venetian Prealps which separate the fertile plains surrounding Venice from the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites, Prosecco is a delightful cycling destination with an extensive network of secondary roads that meander through lush vineyards and forested rolling hills, littered with ancient castles and palladio palaces. The region was, and to some extent still is, a retreat for wealthy Venetians seeking to escape the hustle and humidity of the city's waterways.
Historically the area was also a battle ground in the great wars and towns with names such as “Nervesa della Battaglia” a testimony to the battles fought against the Germanic-Austrian fronts.
Today, the region is a Unesco World Heritage site with around 140 wine producers between the towns of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene comprising the Prosecco DOC. The industry here prefers to keep things small and local, presenting the opportunity to sample some special wines such as the Cortizze, found nowhere else in the world. The wines aren't all white and fizzy though, with high quality reds available for those who enjoy the occasional "rosso."
We can't wait to show you around this fantastic part of Italy!
