There are places we pass by every day without truly getting to know them: small country churches, ancient parish churches, and sanctuaries nestled among vineyards and olive groves hold stories of communities, traditions, art, and spirituality that have transcended the centuries.
This experience has been created with the goal of opening the small rural churches of Eastern Verona and enhancing this heritage through an experience of slow, sustainable tourism that is deeply connected to the territory. The bicycle becomes the ideal means to connect places, people, and stories, allowing us to traverse the landscape at the right pace and observe details that often escape those traveling by car.
After welcoming participants at the meeting point, we will set off by bicycle along quiet secondary roads among vineyards, olive groves, and cultivated fields.
The first stop will be a visit to the church of San Giorgio in Soave; afterward, we will head towards the Church of San Pietro in Colle, one of the most significant examples of Romanesque architecture in the Veronese territory. Participants will have access to the interiors accompanied by a dedicated guide.
The route will then continue to the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Pieve, a place of worship of great importance for the religious history of the valley. Here too, a guided tour will be provided to delve into the origins of the sanctuary, its evolution over the centuries, and its connection with local communities. The experience will finally include a visit to the Church of San Colombano and a break for refreshments at a scenic viewpoint along the route.
This is not just a simple cycling excursion, but a journey through the cultural heritage of Eastern Verona: an opportunity to access places that are normally less visited, meet those who preserve their memory, and experience a unique combination of movement, culture, landscape, and conviviality.
VERONA ROOTS FESTIVAL: Co-financed project with resources from the National Tourism Fund for the current part 2026
Details
Supplier name
WineBikeLoop
Minimum number of participants
1
Included services
•E-bike and helmet
•Cyclotourism guide WineBikeLoop;
•Initial briefing and assistance during the ride
• Guided itinerary through parishes, small churches, countryside, and community places
• Presence of a cultural guide/escort for the opening and storytelling of the small churches
• Final refreshment with local products and flavors
• RCT insurance provided for the activity
Suitable for
The experience requires the ability to independently ride a bicycle/e-bike and is therefore not suitable for individuals with motor disabilities that impede its use.
Other accessibility needs can be evaluated in advance on a case-by-case basis.
Suitable for teenagers who know how to ride a bicycle; for younger children, potential solutions with a seat or trailer can be assessed upon request based on the route.
Dogs are not allowed during the ride unless prior agreement is made and a suitable transport system is available.
Meeting point
Parking of Via Covergnino, Soave (VR).
Prices
The experience has a cost per person of 18€.
The indicated price is a special rate compared to the ordinary value of the experience, made possible thanks to the Verona Roots Festival project by Destination Verona & Garda Foundation, co-financed with resources from the National Tourism Fund – current part 2026. An exclusive opportunity, available for a limited time.
Cancellation information
- If the provider has to exceptionally modify or cancel the experience, a notification will be made at least 24 hours in advance, trying to reschedule it on a new agreed date. If rescheduling is not possible, a refund of the amounts paid will be provided.
- You can cancel your reservation free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the activity. For cancellations made beyond this time, the full amount of the reservation will be retained.
More information
The tour takes place along a loop route of about 25 km with a 300 m elevation gain; easy/easy-medium with an e-bike, manageable at a relaxed pace thanks to the assistance of the e-bike.
The experience lasts about 4 hours and can be conducted in Italian and English.
