Land of Champions: A Journey through Motorbikes, History and Flavors

Duration: 3 days
Total Distance: approx. 270 km
Difficulty: Medium (scenic roads, fun curves, and historic villages)
Type of motorcycle: Ideal for touring, naked, sport, and cruiser bikes

Day 1 – The heart of Romagna, the heart of motors
Route: Riccione – Coriano – Misano
Total Km: 70 km | Riding Time: 2 hours | Difficulty: Medium

The day begins with a meeting of participants in Coriano, the hometown of the late Marco Simoncelli. Here we visit the Marco Simoncelli Museum (SIC), an emotional tribute to a timeless champion, featuring motorcycles, helmets and trophies that tell the story of his career.

Continuing on, we stop at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, an international temple of motorcycling, where the roar of MotoGP engines makes every enthusiast’s heart race. The circuit visit is subject to the event calendar and may require an additional service.

At the end of the visits, transfer to a 3- or 4-star hotel on the Romagna coast, check-in and dinner at the hotel.

Points of interest:
• Marco Simoncelli Museum, Coriano (RN)
• Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Misano (RN)

Day 2 – Scenic curves, villages and two-wheel legends
Route: Cattolica – Gabicce Monte – Fiorenzuola di F. – Saludecio – Tavullia – Gradara – Monte Cerignone – Pennabilli – Bagno di Romagna
Total distance: 90 km | Riding time: 3 hours | Difficulty: Medium

The morning starts with a stop at Gabicce Monte, along the panoramic road offering spectacular views over the Adriatic Riviera. Gentle curves and breathtaking landscapes make this stretch legendary among motorcyclists. From here, we cross the San Bartolo Park, with Adriatic Sea views perfect for photo stops.

The route continues towards Gradara, a medieval village dominated by the Malatesta Fortress, famous for the legend of Paolo and Francesca recounted by Dante. Walking through its narrow alleys and picturesque squares feels like stepping back in time.

From Gradara we reach Tavullia, the hometown of Valentino Rossi. Here it is possible to view Valentino Rossi’s Ranch from the outside and take photos in front of the mural dedicated to the champion. Tavullia tells the story of the deep passion for motorcycles that characterizes this area of Romagna.

After Tavullia, a short stop in Saludecio, a village overlooking the Valconca valley with spectacular views from Porta Marina, and the possibility of tasting local cheeses in Mondaino or at nearby farms.

The route continues through curves and evocative landscapes: Tavoleto, Mercatino Conca, Montecerignone and Carpegna, hometown of the famous DOP Prosciutto and gateway to the Sasso Simone e Simoncello Natural Park. Lunch stop at a typical local restaurant.

In the afternoon, we climb towards the Passo della Cantoniera and stop in Pennabilli, where it is possible to visit the enchanting “Orto dei Frutti Dimenticati” by Tonino Guerra. Pennabilli, an artistic village loved by poet and screenwriter Tonino Guerra, preserves an atmosphere suspended between poetry and spirituality.

Then once again through villages and nature: Petrella Guidi, a small and intact medieval gem; Casteldelci on the Marecchia River; Balze and Verghereto (the peaks of Mount Fumaiolo, where the Tiber River rises), finally reaching Bagno di Romagna, famous since Roman times for its rejuvenating thermal waters. Social evening with dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

Points of interest:
• Gabicce Monte viewpoint, San Bartolo Park
• Gradara: Malatesta Fortress and historic center
• Tavullia: Valentino Rossi Ranch and mural
• Saludecio: Porta Marina and historic center
• Mondaino: local cheese tasting
• Orto dei Frutti Dimenticati by Tonino Guerra

Day 3 – Historic villages and Romagna landscapes
Route: Sarsina – Sant’Agata Feltria – San Leo – Verucchio
Total distance: 110 km | Riding time: 4 hours | Difficulty: Medium

The day begins with stops in the villages of Sarsina and Sant’Agata Feltria. In Sarsina, we visit the historic center and the Archaeological Museum; in Sant’Agata Feltria, a short walk through the village streets, a small truffle-based tasting and a visit to the Teatro Angelo Mariani.

The journey continues towards San Leo, a village famous for its imposing fortress and breathtaking views over the Valmarecchia valley. A visit to the Fortress of San Leo is unmissable and allows guests to admire the surrounding landscape.

After the visit, lunch stop in San Leo at Ristorante Berengario II, which offers traditional dishes such as homemade pasta and roasted meats, accompanied by typical local wines.

The final stop of the tour is Verucchio, a village known for the Malatesta Fortress and the Villanovan Museum. End of the tour.

Points of interest:
• Sarsina: Archaeological Museum
• Sant’Agata Feltria: Teatro Angelo Mariani, historic center
• San Leo: Fortress, Cathedral and panoramic views
• Verucchio: Malatesta Fortress, Villanovan Museum