On two wheels
Cycling
Routes, free bicycles subject to availability, and support for our guests.
Ferrara, city of bikes
Riding through the Estense countryside
Ferrara is a UNESCO World Heritage city and Italy's cycling capital. Some of the most beautiful flat-land cycling routes start from Lama di Valle Rosa: Po embankments, the Delta, nature reserves and historic towns are all within reach by bike.
Our routes
Starting from Lama di Valle Rosa
Loop Route
A loop through farmland and rural villages, with a stop at the Museum of Rural Civilisation and the church of San Bartolomeo in Bosco.
Route Nine
Through orchards and wheat fields, with a visit to the Madonna del Poggetto Sanctuary and Franco Mazza's ceramics workshop.
"The most beautiful road starts here"
What we offer
Free bicycles available for guests subject to availability
Route maps and personalised tips
Small workshop and basic tools
Secure storage for cyclists who arrive with their own bike
Hearty breakfast for active guests
Contact with a trusted local mechanic
Frequently asked questions
Are bicycles available for guests?
Yes, we provide bicycles free of charge for our guests, subject to availability. We recommend booking them in advance.
Which cycling routes start from the farm stay?
We offer two mapped routes: the Ring Route (12.8 km, about 1.5 hours, easy) and the Nove Route (17.3 km, about 2 hours, easy), both on quiet roads through the Ferrara countryside.
Can I bring my own bike?
Absolutely: we offer secure storage and a small workshop for cyclists arriving with their own equipment.