E-Bikes Florence · self-guided e-bike tour

The Fiesole Loop

An e-bike tour from Florence into the Tuscan hills. Up to Fiesole, through cypress forest to a family vineyard, then home along the Arno.

Distance
37 km
On the road
4–7 hours
Per rider
€55
Briefing
10am daily
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KM 0

The shop

Leaving the shop

We meet at the shop in the centre of Florence between 9 and 11.30am, and the briefing starts at 10. After that the day is yours. The tour is self-guided, with roadside assistance if you need it.

KM 2.4

Out of town

On the cycle path

You get out of town quickly on the cycle paths, and the city bustle is behind you within a few minutes.

KM 4.4

The climb

Up towards Fiesole

Quiet back-roads, then the main road of the Mondiale cycle circuit, climbing towards Fiesole. The e-bike makes it easy.

KM 6.8

Fiesole

Florence from above

The famous Etruscan town of Fiesole. Stop at Piazza Mino da Fiesole for a coffee, then take in the views of Florence from the monastery.

KM 14.8

Cypress forest

Castello di Vincigliata

The route descends from Fiesole with views of Florence from the hills to the north, winding through quiet cypress forests and past Castello di Vincigliata, then on through sleepy villages.

KM 23.2

Poggiopiano vineyard

Into the vineyard

Cycling through the olive groves and vineyards, you can stop in to meet the Galardi family at Poggiopiano, growers of organic Chianti wine and extra-virgin olive oil.

Entry is free. Wine is €5 and up by the glass, €10–20 by the bottle. There is a small menu for food and, in summer, the outdoor pool.

KM 28.5

Along the Arno

The riverside cycle path passing under a road bridge
The river path

After the vineyard you ride the cycle path along the River Arno, flat and easy, back into Florence.

KM 33.6

Piazzale Michelangelo

One last climb, all the way to the top of Piazzale Michelangelo, to end your day with views of the Duomo and Florence's skyline.

KM 36.9

Back at the shop

You have the bikes until around 6pm, so there is no rush.

€55per rider. Self-guided, with roadside assistance. Wine and olive oil at the vineyard are optional extras.
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Good to know
  • Riders need to be 11 or older and at least 145 cm tall.
  • Kids' seats are available for ages 1–7, up to 20 kg. Get in touch to reserve one.
  • You should be a regular or semi-regular rider, comfortable going up and down hills.
  • The tour runs 7 days a week from the shop.