Italy·8 - 10 May 2026
L'Impresa Etrusca 2026 - 10th Anniversary Edition
From Solomeo to the Tyrrhenian sea, riding 185 km in three days and climbing 2700 meters in total.
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Overview
A 185 km Gravel Bikepacking Adventure from the Umbrian Hills to the Tyrrhenian Sea. We'll depart from Solomeo on May 8th and, after three stages, reach the seaside on Sunday the 10th. Along the way, we'll stay in small hotels, enjoying local food and wines. Our route will take us through hills, woods, and fields, leading us from Umbria into Tuscany, through the Val di Chiana and the Valle del Fiora. From there, we’ll cross some of the natural areas of the Maremma before finally arriving at the coast. We'll be riding on white and dirt roads, aiming to avoid asphalt and traffic as much as possible. The route may change even at the very last minute – this is an adventure designed for gravel bikes.
Highlights
A bikepacking adventure with friends
L’Impresa Etrusca is an adventure to live with friends, crossing hills, woods and nature reserves. It is not a competition and there will be no rankings. We will ride together, waiting, supporting and encouraging those who go slower. There is no external technical assistance service. We will have to help each other. We will take essential luggage with us, either in bikepacking or on panniers.
We will need to be healthy and fit
We will ride 185 km in 3 stages, climbing 2700 meters in total. An adequate training is required. Presenting yourself at the start in optimal fit is an essential and necessary condition to participate. We must provide a valid competitive cycling medical certificate and we must be healthy.
Logistics
L'Impresa Etrusca will start early in the morning on May 8th from Solomeo. The rendezvous will be at dinner on May 7th. For those arriving by plane, the closest airports are Perugia, Florence, and Rome. For those driving to Solomeo, there will be the possibility to leave their cars at the hotel. Riders and bikes will be picked up at the end of the third stage and transferred back to Solomeo by bus on Sunday the 10th.
Accomodation, food and wine
Our goal is to share the journey with friends, enjoying nature, hospitality and food. The registration fee will include accomodation and food for the three stages. We will have light lunches along the way and we will end the day with good dinners. Overnight stays normally are in double rooms. Single rooms could be provided as an option, based on the availability of local structures.
Cycling equipment
All participants will have to use cycling equipment in excellent condition. Bicycles, groupset, drivetrain, chain, brakes, frame, saddle, seat post, handle bar, fork, wheels, tires and cycling bags must be checked with accuracy before arriving in Solomeo. Helmet and at two water bidons are mandatory.
What's Included
What's Included
basic medical and civil liability insurance
breakfasts on May 9-10
dinners on May 8-9
Transfer of riders and bikes back to Solomeo after the third stage
Overnight stays on May 8–9 (accommodation will be in double rooms; single rooms may be available as an option, depending on the availability of local accommodations).
lunches on May 8-9-10
What's Not Included
cycling equipment
repair or spare parts
helmet
water bidons
technical assistance
food supplements and medicines
breakfast on May 8
Dinner and overnight stay on May 7 and May 10.
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FAQs
Is it possible to sleep in single rooms?
Double occupancy is the standard. Single rooms may be available as an option, depending on the availability of local accommodations.
Could I rent a bicycle?
If you need to rent a bicycle please send an email to info@impresa-etrusca.com
What should I pack?
All necessary (technical and not) equipment will be detailed and shared in the coming weeks. It will be very important to minimize the weight we will bring with us.
How can I get to Solomeo?
You can get to Solomeo by flying to Perugia, Florence or Rome. Other ways to get there are by train to Perugia or by car. Eventually, on request, we can book a taxi from Perugia airport or station.
I am an ASD L'Impresa registered athlete: how can I get the price reserved for members?
Please contact us and we will provide you with the dedicated voucher and information.
Can we know more about the stages?
Stages will be presented in details to all the participants starting from mid April.
Could I join later the ride or leave it before the end?
Please contact us and we will look for the most suitable solution. Of course we would give priority to participants that will join us for the entire adventure.