Journey to discover the ancient coastal fortifications

E-bike tour. A fascinating journey through time to discover the ancient coastal fortifications of the Spanish Kingdom of Naples. We will retrace the millenary stages of the militia, from the coastal tower in the heart of the Marine Protected Area "Torre del Cerrano", to the castrum silvae on the high ground, through breathtaking views, cults and traditions hidden behind unforgettable evidence of a timeless past.
Starting from Silvi and crossing a part of the historical pinewood which is rich in local flora and fauna, you arrive in a blaze of scents and colours to the Torre del Cerrano Protected Marine Area, where the Tower of Cerrano (Torre di Cerrano) is located.
Once arrived at the fortress of the Tower of Cerrano, one of the Cerrano's Guides will be waiting for us and will accompany us in a careful visit of the whole facility recently enriched by the Museum of the Sea. From the terraces of the Tower, a place where pirate ships were sighted in ancient times, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the entire Adriatic coast.
At the end of the visit we leave the Tower of Cerrano behind us and through a wonderful hilly path made of ups and downs, we reach the town of Silvi Marina. From here we will ascend to Silvi Paese, the Pearl of the Adriatic Sea, characterized by several churches and amazing views.
Silvi Paese - ancient fishing village - is the historical centre of the municipality of Silvi. The village is situated on a hill 243 metres above sea level and dominates all the valleys of the Cerrano river and the Fosso Concio. It also offers a viewpoint overlooking the Adriatic Sea from Ancona to the Tremiti Islands, and the Gran Sasso.
The origins of the village date back to the Middle Ages, more precisely it was founded by a group of fishermen who moved from the coastal village Macrinum or Silva, on the promontory hill that descends into the sea.
Among the most important monuments along the road from Silvi Marina to Silvi Paese are the Church of San Salvatore, built around 1100 in honour of the first protector of Silvi, the Church of San Rocco, built in the 16th century as a rural chapel and the Chapel of Madonna dello Splendore.
In addition to these religious buildings, there is also a modern 20th-century fountain, the medieval Locanda del Frate and the picturesque arches that surround the village.
A tradition, born in the 16th century, linked to the terrible events of the Turkish marauders, is that of Ciancialone. It is celebrated on the last Sunday of May in Silvi Paese and engages the whole village in the preparation of a large cylinder made of reeds tied together, which is up to ten meters high. Raised vertically in the main square and lit, it attracts around it a festive crowd that dances and celebrates until the Ciancialone is extinguished.
Leaving the village of Silvi we will follow a wonderful panoramic route, immersed in the countryside and the Silvarole Hills, and then return to Silvi Marina.

Itinerary with e-bike:

  • Silvi - Torre di Cerrano - Colle Cretone - Montagnola - Silvi
  • Route length: 35 km
  • Duration: 3.5 / 4 hours
  • Difficulty - TC (touristic)
  • Route on unpaved roads with a compact and smooth surface.

The cycle tour will be led by qualified guides and guides from Cerrano.

Months:
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Days:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Duration: 1/2 day
Duration details: 3.5 hours
Min. guests: 4
Max. guests: 8
Minimum age: 12
Activity level: Moderate
Skill level: Intermediate
Start times: 8:30 am
Included services: E-bike rental, certified tour guide, tour guide for Torre del Cerrano visit, support and assistance, helmet. Guided tours are foreseen in the excursions with a minimum number of 6 participants.
Things to bring: Recommended Clothing: Comfortable and sporty layered clothing with sneakers. If you have cycling shorts with padded bottom it is better to wear them. A backpack to store your things, windbreaker, a bottle of water, possible spare change, it is advisable to bring some snack or sandwich.
Extra services: In excursions with a minimum number of 6 participants there is the possibility to organize food and wine tastings.
Additional information: The trip is reserved for adults and children aged 12 years and over with a minimum height of 150 cm. Bike with child seat is also available for children (max 15 kg).
Language:
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Russian
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Thai
Portuguese
Polish
Danish
Swedish
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Finnish
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Hungarian
Ukranian
Meeting point: Pineto (TE) Railway Station Square
Contact me: to check availability and price, or if you want to book for a large group.
Cancellation policy: FLEXIBLE: full refund if you cancel at least 2 days before the experience is scheduled to start, or within 24 hours of purchase.
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€30 per person