October is upon us, and bicycle “Heroes” are preparing for the highlight of the year.
A new edition of theEroica is ready to take the stage next October 1: the historic cycling event will once again be the absolute star among the white roads of the province of Siena, which will be filled with the classic caravans of cyclists riding vintage bikes, with vintage equipment as required by this unique event.
Among the various proposed routes, the 46-kilometer “walk” route is reconfirmed, the easiest synthesis to savor the “Eroica” atmosphere.
The route-which we present here-is designed to be within everyone’s reach and to give families with kids in tow the chance to ride without too much hassle in an area as picturesque as Chianti.
Starting and finishing point, according to tradition, is set in Gaiole in Chianti.

Route type: loop
Length: 46 km
Height difference in ascent: 755 m
Height difference on descent: 754 m
Highest point: 523 m
Lowest point: 219 m
Type of surface: mixed

Municipality of departure: Gaiole in Chianti
Place of departure: Gaiole in Chianti
Municipality of arrival: Gaiole in Chianti
Place of arrival: Gaiole in Chianti

Recommended period:
The event is offered in in October

Useful links:
https://eroica.cc/it/gaiole