Tour of the Three Passes

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The tour typically takes around 6 hours and 5 minutes to complete, though this can vary based on your pace and stops. You should expect to spend over 5 hours in the saddle.

The route largely features well-paved surfaces, primarily asphalt (around 127 km), making it well-suited for race bikes. While the Valico Tre Faggi climb is mostly paved, there might be very short unpaved sections (around 5%).

You'll experience stunning Apennine scenery. Key highlights include the Ascent to Passo delle Cento Forche, the serene Tre Faggi Pass within the Casentinesi Forests National Park, and the renowned Muraglione Pass. The section between Tre Faggi and Muraglione offers ample panoramas of the Falterona chain.

Valico Tre Faggi is often considered a hidden gem, known for its wild Apennine solitude within the National Park of Casentinesi Forests. The climb averages a 5.3% gradient, with steeper segments reaching up to 8.6%.

Passo del Muraglione is a famous Apennine pass, easily recognized by a prominent wall at its summit, built in the 19th century to shelter travelers. It's a popular meeting point for bikers and is part of the scenic SS67 road connecting Tuscany and Romagna. It's also historically known as the Artusi Pass.

The tour starts from Forlì. While specific parking details aren't provided, you would typically look for public parking options within Forlì city center suitable for cyclists, as it's the starting and ending point of this ring tour.

Given its location in the Apennines and the challenging nature, the best time to cycle this route is typically during the spring, summer, and early autumn months when weather conditions are more stable and passes are clear of snow. Always check the local weather forecast before you go.

No specific permits or entrance fees are required to cycle this route. While a significant portion of the tour, particularly around Valico Tre Faggi, is nestled within the Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna, general access for cycling on public roads within the park does not require special permits or fees.

This is a challenging racebike tour primarily on paved roads. While dogs are generally allowed in the surrounding National Park on leash, this specific route is not designed for accompanying dogs due to its length, speed, and terrain. It's best enjoyed as a dedicated cycling experience.

Yes, the route briefly intersects with sections of several other paths, including "Un panoramico crinale tra Montoni e Rabbi", "Cammino di Assisi", and "SICAI Ciclo".