For fans of
moto-tourism the mountain routes can be incredibly satisfying, with the mountain roads and hairpin bends which enhance the pleasure of the rider and the stunning landscapes which open up unexpectedly, letting you enjoy a sense of
peace and
freedom.The route of the
Pedemontana of Vicenza covers about 130 kilometres and the best time to do it is between May and September. Starting from
Vicenza, the city of
Palladio, with the stunning
Palladian villas which are
UNESCO world heritage sites. Along the SP248 you reach the charming
Marostica, a walled city known throughout the world for its game of human chess which is held in the town square, every even year.
Back on our bikes, we proceed towards the
Plateau of the Seven Communities: starting to climb towards the mountain, through the resorts of Crosara di Marostica and Turcio, we arrive in
Asiago. Here, we shall stop for a visit to the Observatory of
Pennar, a place dedicated to astronomic and astrophysical research, founded and managed by the University of Padova.
Once we are back on the road, we proceed along the SP76, climbing up towards the centres of
Gallio, Foza and
Enego. After many twists and bends across the
Valsugana we will join onto the SS47, descending towards the beautiful and historic
Bassano del Grappa, our destination point, not before however, stopping in
Romano d'Ezzelino for a visit to the
Automobile Museum 'Bonfanti-Vimar'', with its fine display of vintage cars.
For fans of greater thrills, don’t miss crossing the Ponte Valgàdena, between the districts of Foza and Enego: it is the highest viaduct in Italy and the third highest bridge in Europe.