History has left clear marks among the mountains of theAsiago Plateau. Beginning with the origins of its inhabitants, who are said to be descended from ancient Cimbrians of Nordic descent. The Cimbrian language, now in disuse, is still present in the place names and nicknames of many families. Age-old rituals and customs, along with ancient legends of gnomes, fairies and other woodland creatures, fascinate visitors to the Seven Towns.
The Great War, which devastated the villages and landscapes of Asiago, is a painful experience long gone, but still perfectly tangible through the remains of thousands of trenches and fortifications and the evidence gathered in museums. Archaeological sites help add further fascination to the discovery of this unique land.

Technical description:
The route is on road and of medium difficulty: it branches off along the “Old Train Road,” one of the most traveled bicycle routes on the Plateau. Start from Asiago towards Canove di Roana, then take to the Boscon English Military Cemetery. It climbs to the Boscon Shelter and then to the Lemerle Trenches. It descends again toward Cesuna and, having passed through the tunnel with its peculiar lighting, it turns off to Tresche Conca before returning to Cesuna. Here we pick up the ‘Old Train’ bike path and return to Asiago.

Route type: loop
Length: 23 km
Elevation gain: 199 m
Height difference on descent: 141 m
Highest point: 1151 m
Lowest point: 952 m
Type of surface: mixed

Municipality of departure: Asiago
Starting location: Asiago
Municipality of arrival: Asiago
Place of arrival: Asiago

Recommended period: April to October