The Abbey Ascent
Gravel Edition
This is our daily ride for serious riders. Try your hand at gravel on this ride on quiet, historic gravel roads through rolling Chianti hills to the peaceful and picturesque Passignano Abbey. Stop at the Abbey for an optional tour with the monks, before a gravel return.
What’s Included
- ZFull Day Gravel Bike Rental
- ZEnglish-Speaking Guide
- ZHelmet, Pedals & Water Bottle
- VAdd on: E-Gravel option Euro 25,00
- Start time: arrive at the shop at 8:30
- Finish time: 12:30
- Gravel or E-Gravel
- 3.5 hours
- 45 Km (28 miles)
- Elevation: 550m (1800ft)
- Available Every Day
- 4/5 difficulty level or 3/5 E-Gravel
Embark on our daily gravel e-bike experience through one of Tuscany’s most evocative landscapes — a region celebrated for its historic gravel roads
We invite those who live for the physical challenge of the bike and the beautiful views along the way to our ancient tracks — known locally as strade bianche.
These are part of Chianti’s soul and weave you along the river, up into the winehills and to the extraordinary Badia (Abbey) in Passignano. Choose from a gravel or our strong e-gravel to navigate through countryside that has inspired travelers and riders for generations.
This daily gravel tour blends the tactile joy of riding with the serenity of timeless place — a day that feels active, contemplative, and unmistakably Tuscan.
From Euro 154,00
Who This Tour Is Designed For
The Gravel Tour is designed for those who are used to riding a road or gravel bike at home.
- \Goal pace of 25km/hr on flat ground.
- \Length of the abbey stop and coffee stop will be decided based on what is best for the group as a whole.
- \If you are looking to ride your own pace or a different route, please explore our Private Performance Rides. We can design courses with your pace, distance and elevation goals in mind.
As with the emergency exit row on an airplane, participation relies on personal responsibility.
We do not require a medical certificate. For your safety and enjoyment, we ask that you register only if you consider yourself fit, stable on a bicycle, and comfortable in an active outdoor setting.
