Sign-ups for the technical visits are included in the regular registration process. If you already registered, all you need to do is access your reserved area, click "Technical visits and Social events" and register for your preferred tour. Availability is limited and places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
#BuiltToInspire #GoodVibes
Experience the future of coastal living with a scenic bicycle tour along Rimini’s southern waterfront. This itinerary invites you to discover the Parco del Mare, a visionary redevelopment project that has replaced concrete and traffic with Europe’s largest natural wellness area. As you pedal along this sustainable corridor, you will witness a city transformed: from the architectural innovation of Piazzale Kennedy’s water management hub to the inclusive, sea-themed wonders of La Foresta del Mare. This route is more than just a bike path; it is a celebration of "universal design," featuring accessible beaches and playgrounds where everyone – regardless of ability – can enjoy the Adriatic breeze. Join us on a journey that seamlessly connects the iconic Boscovich Square to the city’s broader Green Ring, proving that well-being, environmental preservation, and modern infrastructure can thrive in perfect harmony.
Tuesday, 16 June, 9:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
Wednesday, 17 June, 9:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
Thursday, 18 June, 9:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
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Tour leader - Meet Ada Luisa Beatriz Ferri! With boundless energy and fluent English, she loves leading large groups. Ready to guide your Technical Visit with true joy and passion.
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#BuiltToInspire
Discover the invisible marvels beneath the pedals on this specialized cycling itinerary, showcasing Rimini’s world-class Optimized Bathing Protection Plan (PSBO – Piano di Salvaguardia della Balneazione Ottimizzato). This route takes you along the Adriatic coast to explore a series of groundbreaking urban interventions where state-of-the-art hydraulic engineering meets elegant architectural design. Starting at the flagship Piazzale Kennedy, you will see how a former parking area has been reimagined as a spectacular panoramic belvedere, concealing one of Italy’s most sophisticated water management systems. As you ride toward the scenic viewpoints of Piazzale Toscanini and the resilient infrastructure of Fossa Rodella, you will witness firsthand how Rimini is leading the way in environmental protection and coastal safety. This is more than just a bike ride; it is a journey through a city that has successfully woven technical innovation into the very fabric of its public spaces, ensuring a cleaner, safer, and more beautiful seaside for all.
Wednesday, 17 June, 9:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
Thursday, 18 June, 15:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
Friday, 19 June, 9:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
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Tour leader - Full of vitality and expertise, Alessia Rossi is thrilled to welcome you! She manages large crowds with ease and will make your technical visit unforgettable. |
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Main guides - Guided tours are led by engineers and managers of the Rimini water system, who will share technical information and details during the visit. Angelo Torcaso, Davide Cupioli, Patrick Comanducci and Daniel Acciarini from the Hera S.p.a. team will guide you along the way. |
#BuiltToInspire
Step into a story of urban rebirth with a cycling tour that traces the historic and blue heart of Rimini. This itinerary invites you to explore a city in motion, starting at the 2,000-year-old Tiberius Bridge, now a pedestrian sanctuary overlooking the innovative "Piazza sull’Acqua" (Square on the water). As you follow the gentle curves of the canal port (currently in a state of decay) we will be illustrated to you by project "Boulevard Blu," an ambitious urban promenade that will breathes new life into the port canal. From the charming experience of the Bike-Ferry – a scenic shortcut between shores – to the prestigious New Dock, one of the Mediterranean’s most modern marinas, this route showcases how Rimini is seamlessly blending its Roman past with a sustainable, "slow-mobility" future. Join us to discover how wooden walkways, artificial dunes, and vibrant urban boulevards are creating a seamless link between the historic city center and the shimmering Adriatic coast.
Tuesday, 16 June, 9:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
Thursday, 18 June, 14:15 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h30)
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Tour leader - Dynamic and fluent in English, Sofia Macrelli brings vibrant energy to every tour. She excels with big groups and can’t wait to guide your Technical Visit! |
#GoodVibes
Experience the fresh face of Rimini’s northern coast on a cycling journey through the Parco del Mare Nord. This tour invites you to explore over 6 km of reclaimed shoreline, where once-busy roads have been transformed into a lush "green lung" of Mediterranean gardens and pedestrian-friendly promenades. Starting at the city’s state-of-the-art multimodal station hub, which seamlessly bridges the historic center to the sea, you will ride through a landscape defined by innovation and inclusivity. From the "community squares" that act as seaside living rooms to the groundbreaking Maria Rosa Pellesi Inclusive Park, this route showcases a modern waterfront designed for social well-being. Whether you are charging your e-bike at the new Velostation or enjoying the digital connectivity of the city-wide Wi-Fi network, you will discover a Rimini that is greener, more connected, and more accessible than ever before.
Wednesday, 17 June, 15:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h45)
Friday, 19 June, 9:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h45)
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Main guide - Giovanni Bazzani, Architect and urban planner experienced in strategic planning, heritage-led regeneration, and public space projects, mainly in Italy and the Gulf region. Working with Heriscape, he contributed to the Parco del Mare and Piazza Malatesta projects in Rimini, focusing on sustainable mobility and cycling integration. |
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Tour leader - Meet Ada Luisa Beatriz Ferri! With boundless energy and fluent English, she loves leading large groups. Ready to guide your Technical Visit with true joy and passion. |
#CyclingForLife
Discover the seamless connection between nature and urban innovation on a cycling tour through Rimini’s "Green Ring" (Anello Verde). What began as a project to reclaim the Ausa River valley has evolved into a "green artery," a scenic loop that traces the coastline, the historic canal, and the lush Marecchia Park. This itinerary invites you to experience a city transformed: from the vibrant pedestrian oasis of Malatesta Square to the state-of-the-art Rimini Bike Park, a modern hub for the traveler. Along the way, you will explore vital pieces of infrastructure like the Via Roma overpass, designed to ensure safe and uninterrupted "active travel," and visit social landmarks like Ciclofficina, where the next generation is being trained for the future of the bike industry. Join us as we pedal through a landscape where historic charm meets a sustainable, bicycle-friendly future, linking the heart of the city directly to the sparkling Adriatic sea.
Tuesday, 16 June, 15:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h45)
Thursday, 18 June, 14:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 2h45)
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Main guide - Paolo Protti is an architect working in the Infrastructure Department of the Municipality of Rimini, contributing to projects related to public space and urban mobility. Man of the sea who loves the mountains, urban cyclist, he combines his passion for outdoor life with a strong interest in human-centered cities. |
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Tour leader - Meet Ada Luisa Beatriz Ferri! With boundless energy and fluent English, she loves leading large groups. Ready to guide your Technical Visit with true joy and passion. |
#CyclingForLife
Embark on a unique cycling experience that showcases the future of urban mobility. This route invites you to explore Rimini’s transformative "Green Way" infrastructure, where cutting-edge engineering meets natural beauty. From the revolutionary removal of traffic bottlenecks along the SS16 Adriatic Highway to the creation of the visionary Green Ring, these interventions have redefined the connection between the city’s historic heart and its inland landscapes. Discover how strategic underpasses, historic railway conversions, and cross-border masterplans with the Republic of San Marino are creating a seamless, safe, and scenic corridor for all. Join us as we pedal through a city that is successfully bridging the gap between coastal vibrancy and sustainable, inland exploration.
Thursday, 18 June, 9:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 3h)
Friday, 19 June, 10:00 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 3h)
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Main guide - Alberto Dellavalle, Director of Infrastructure and Civil Protection for the Municipality of Rimini. Civil Engineer with a PhD in Structural Mechanics and Adjunct Professor at the University of Bologna. Expert in seismic engineering and international author, his career spans private practice and public administration. |
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Tour leader - Dynamic and fluent in English, Sofia Macrelli brings vibrant energy to every tour. She excels with big groups and can’t wait to guide your Technical Visit! |
#GoodVibes
Step back in time while riding into the future with a cycling tour through the heart of Rimini. This itinerary explores the ambitious "Ring of New Squares" project, a visionary urban renewal initiative that has reclaimed the city’s historic district from traffic and congestion. As you pedal along elegant red-paved streets, you will witness how once-neglected parking lots have been transformed into vibrant social hubs and "urban oases." From the ancient majesty of the Arch of Augustus and the Roman mosaics of Piazza Ferrari to the cinematic charm of the Fellini art trail, this route tells a story of pride and preservation. Discover the profound cultural rebirth of the Teatro Galli and the sprawling Square of Dreams, where world-class architecture now frames the city’s 2,000-year history. Join us as we explore a city center returned to its citizens—a safe, scenic, and pedestrian-friendly corridor where history, art, and modern life harmoniously converge.
NOTE: We will talk about the places along the route, focusing on their history, the layout of the city center, and tourism. This will help everyone understand why the urban renewal project is so important.
Friday, 19 June, 14:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 3h)
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Tour leaders and main guides - Raffaella Cenni and Francesca Del Bianco are two expert, passionate tour guides from the VisitRimini team, ready and thrilled to lead you on a true journey through time! Together with them, you will have the unique opportunity to discover the epic history and fascinating evolution of the city. |
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#Multimodality
Embark on a unique cycling experience that showcases the future of urban mobility. This route invites you to explore Rimini’s transformative "Green Way" infrastructure, where cutting-edge engineering meets the breezy Adriatic coastline. Your journey highlights the city’s evolution into a high-class multimodal hub, starting from the state-of-the-art Rimini Bike Park and the revitalized railway station – now a gateway for the Metromare and international travelers. As you pedal through the city, you will experience strategic safety features like the Via Roma overpass, ensuring an uninterrupted flow toward the South Sea Wellness Park. This scenic corridor not only offers a lush retreat for local cyclists but also serves as a vital segment of the prestigious Adriatic Cycle Route. From innovative shuttle services to picturesque bike-ferries, this tour reveals a Rimini that is more connected, sustainable, and accessible than ever before.
NOTE: Tickets to use the MetroMare are included.
Tuesday, 16 June, 14:30 - Starting point: Palacongressi, shared bicycle parking (estimated duration 3h)
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Main guide - A civil engineer and former consultant, Carlo Michelacci joined the Municipality of Bologna in 2005, specializing in transport planning and mobility infrastructure. Since 2020, he has served as the Manager of the Mobility Sector for the Municipality of Rimini and holds the role of Local Host Velo-city Project Coordinator. |
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Tour leader - Dynamic and fluent in English, Sofia Macrelli brings vibrant energy to every tour. She excels with big groups and can’t wait to guide your Technical Visit! |
#CyclingForLife
Join the local cycling community and the Municipality of Bologna at Velostazione ex-Dynamo—Italy’s first "bike station," now completely renovated—for an afternoon of discussion and exchange, followed by due alternative guided group rides through the streets of Bologna. The technical visit begins with an exploration of the Velostazione project, providing a quick overview of how this hub integrates into the city's mobility and cultural strategy, alongside a tour of its architecture and WWII underground shelters. For those arriving early, the Ex-Dynamo’s vegetarian/vegan bistro is a great spot for an independent lunch before we start. Following the institutional greetings, we will hold a technical session focused on Bologna's mobility transition, specifically the “Bologna City 30” speed reduction project and the latest cycling developments. We aim to maintain an open format to facilitate the exchange of best practices and challenges, concluding the presentations with an interactive Q&A. Participants will then split into two groups for the site visits. Each route offers a distinct perspective on the city's evolution, focusing either on historical heritage or on urban regeneration and nature. To ensure a safe and engaging experience, each group is limited to 15 participants. Groups will be formed on-site; while we will do our best to accommodate preferences, both routes are designed to be equally insightful, showcasing recent cycling infrastructure, "school squares," and the ongoing tramway works.
Monday, 15 June, 14:30 - Starting point: Velostazione ex-Dynamo, Via dell’Indipendenza 71/Z, 40126 Bologna (BO) (estimated duration 4h)
The tours are led by architects and urban planners from the Municipality of Bologna, providing professional insights and technical commentary throughout the journey.
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Route 1: Porticoes and Cycle Lanes - This route heads toward Piazza Maggiore, the heart of the city, crossing the recently pedestrianized Via Indipendenza, a key site for the new tramway works. From there, the group will head southwest past the Basilica of San Francesco—a stunning example of Italian Gothic architecture—to observe a recent contraflow bike lane implementation. The tour continues alongside the UNESCO-listed Porticoes of Via Saragozza toward Via Perti, where the municipality has created a new "school square" to prioritize pedestrian safety. After a glimpse of the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara and the ancient Reno Canal, the itinerary concludes via the "Tangenziale delle Biciclette", a dedicated circular cycle path following the city’s historic ring road.
Route 2: Canals and Urban Regeneration - The second route follows the Navile Canal, the historic waterway that once allowed locally produced silk to reach Venetian merchants. Once an industrial powerhouse, the Navile has been rediscovered as a "green lung"; its naturalistic bike path now connects the Main Station to the northern districts, with former factories successfully repurposed as university halls and museums. After leaving the canal, the tour explores the dynamic Bolognina neighborhood, where early 20th-century architecture meets modern urban development. Participants will stop at Piazza Lucio Dalla, a bustling covered pedestrian square, and the "school square" of Via Di Vincenzo, before returning through the tramway construction sites currently reshaping Bologna’s mobility landscape.
Details & Logistics
• Meeting Point and Arrival: Velostazione ex-Dynamo, Via dell’Indipendenza 71/Z, located to the right of the Pincio monumental stairway. It is just 200 meters from Bologna Centrale (a 5-minute walk). From the airport, take the Marconi Express monorail directly to the station.
• Route Difficulty and Terrain: Both itineraries are approximately 8.5 km, mostly flat and accessible to all. Paths are primarily asphalt, though Route 2 includes well-maintained gravel segments along the canal.
• Bicycles and Storage: You may bring your own bike or use a complimentary e-bike provided by Ridemovi. Luggage storage is available at the Velostazione for €2 per day/item, with additional lockers available at the main station.
#TravelReimagined
Enjoy a fantastic ride along the Sun Cycle Route (EuroVelo 7), which crosses the Apennines and offers breathtaking views. In just a few hours, we will experience a 20-kilometer stretch of the vast 7,400 km network connecting Malta to the North Cape. This is possible because the section from Bologna to Florence runs alongside the railway line, providing the flexibility to start or stop at any point depending on your schedule. We will ride through a recently completed portion of the Sun Cycle Route within the Metropolitan City of Bologna. As this section was finished very recently, official signage and logos may not yet be fully installed. The path features a mix of asphalt on shared-use roads and firm earth in more natural settings. While the route is of medium difficulty, the electric bikes provided make even the steeper sections (with gradients over 10%) easily manageable for less experienced riders. The Metropolitan Councilor with responsibility for Bicipolitana, the Metropolitan Railway Service and Road Safety Simona Larghetti will join us for the ride.
NOTE: Registration will be open until June 5th to ensure we can prepare your experience in the best possible way.
Saturday, 20 June, 8:00 - Starting point: Bologna main train station, West Platforms (Piazzale Ovest) (estimated duration 6h)
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Simona Larghetti, has lived and worked in Bologna since 2006, where she graduated, and is the mother of two children. A sustainable mobility activist since 2009, she founded Salvaiciclisti in 2012 and served as its National Spokesperson. From 2013 to 2021, she was President of the Municipal Bicycle Council of Bologna. In 2015, she co-founded Italy’s first bike station (Velostazione) and a company providing cycling mobility services. Since 2021, she has been active in institutional politics with Coalizione Civica per Bologna and, since 2024, with Alleanza Verdi e Sinistra.
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Andrea Morini, Cycle Tourism Guide & Experience Designer. Former international photographer turned sustainable tourism expert, specializing in MTB and Gravel. Certified AMI Bike Instructor and AIGAE Guide, he currently leads cycle tourism for Appennino Slow. His mission: crafting authentic, high-impact outdoor adventures in the Apennines for conscious travelers.
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Alessia Copelli and Giulia Maroni are architects specializing in sustainable mobility planning, with a particular focus on cycling infrastructure. They work within the "Bicipolitana" Office of the Metropolitan City of Bologna’s Sustainable Mobility Department. Having been involved in the development of the Sun Cycle Route since its inception, they are now pleased to showcase the project and share insights into the most significant features of this newly completed section.
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Practical information
• 8:00 AM: Meet-up at Bologna main train station, West Platforms (Piazzale Ovest);
• 8:17 AM: Train departure from Bologna central station;
• 9:14 AM: Arrival at Riola train station, here we find the e-bikes;
• 9:30 AM-12:30 PM: Group bike ride through the Sun Cycle Route (Eurovelo 7). We have planned 3 stages during which the following will be illustrated:
− the characteristic elements of the Appennino territory, led by an expert local guide Andrea Morini;
− the genesis of the Sun Cycle Route project, presented by an Urban Design Cyclist Giulia Maroni;
− the "Bicipolitana" metropolitan cycling network, presented by an Urban Design Cyclist Alessia Copelli.
• 13:08 PM: Train departure from Marzabotto train station to Bologna central station;
• 13:43 PM: arriving in Bologna central station;
Details & Logistics
• The organization provides:
− trains’ tickets
− e-bike and helmet
− technical support along the bike ride
− Sun Route-branded water bottles
− 5 water points are available along the ride
− guides
• If you need there is luggage storage just near our meeting point: KiBag or ExDynamo;
• For more information: https://cicloviadelsole.it/en/sun-route-2/
