📍 Did you know?
The Adriatic Sea is part of the Mediterranean Sea – like an “arm” stretching between Italy on the west side and Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, and Albania on the east side.
Quick facts about the trip
All training takes place outdoors – either in the morning sun on the beach or in the area around / at the hotel.
Anki, as always, generously shares her knowledge of an active lifestyle.
The program is filled with physical activity and training for both body and mind – mixed with pleasant excursions and time to enjoy the beach and the Mediterranean Sea right by the hotel.
Two e-bike excursions and two hikes
The excursions are led by local guides who know the area well.
This time we have planned two great trips by e-bike (or road bike if you prefer). The area is known for its hilly and green landscape – perfect for cycling. One of the days we cycle inland into the hilly terrain to some of the many medieval towns in the area. Along the way, we stop in Mondaino, among other places, to taste the local cheese Formaggio di Fossa.
The second bike ride follows the famous Strada Panoramica, just south of Gabicce Mare – a classic for cyclists in the area. Along the route, we stop at a vineyard for a picnic (Tenuta Carlini). A magical cycle path with many beautiful viewpoints for both photos and quick breaks.
The landscape on these trips will probably surprise you – hilly and lush. The trips are designed so that everyone can join on an e-bike, regardless of experience. If you are in good cycling shape, you can choose a road bike. The bike excursions are about 50 km and with about 500-600 meters of altitude gain. In other words, hilly terrain.
The Hikes
One hike follows the trails through the Monte San Bartolo Parco Naturale (national park), just south of Gabicce Mare. Uphill at the start and with a great view of the Adriatic Sea. We pass charming villages such as Gabicce Monte and Casteldimezzo, before taking a coffee break at the idyllic little harbor of Porto di Vallugola. Hilly terrain, lush nature, and fantastic coastal panoramas. The hike is about 9 km and is graded as moderately demanding.
The second hike takes us to Gradara. We start from Gabicce and follow paths and small roads up through the landscape via Fanano, before arriving in Gradara – one of Italy's best-preserved medieval castles. Here we enter the town along the mighty fortress walls and get a magical view over Marche and the Adriatic Sea. Here there will be lunch at a local trattoria :-) The hike is about 10 km and is also graded as moderately demanding.
There are also many opportunities for hiking on your own directly from the hotel for those who wish to do so.
