Passo del Mercante – Gerace Historic Village loop from Polistena

Passo del Mercante – Gerace Historic Village loop from Polistena

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Passo del Mercante – Gerace Historic Village loop from Polistena

05:15

96.4km

1,950m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Parco Nazionale dell'Aspromonte

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Start point

Bus stop

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12.9 km

Forest road in Aspromonte National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The road is very beautiful and surrounded by greenery, but the asphalt isn't the best: it's best not to run too fast to avoid taking a few potholes!

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19.1 km

Passo del Mercante

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Connecting pass between Cittanova and Gerace. Often here there are stalls full of specialties to be tasted.

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23.2 km

World War II Bunker Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

There are several scattered along this stretch of highway. Probably dating back to World War II. It is possible to access it but I didn't.

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30.4 km

Passo Ropolà

Mountain Pass

33.7 km

Gerace Historic Village

Highlight • Settlement

Gerace is a charming village located in the Calabrian region, nestled in the hills and overlooking the Ionian Sea. The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is a masterpiece of Norman …

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44.3 km

Lungomare delle Palme Sculpture, Siderno-Locri

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Among the most beautiful promenades in Locride

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48.1 km

Siderno Promenade and Fountain

Highlight • Monument

Siderno is famous for being in the heart of the Ionian coast, it is clear. But it is also a place to discover for the feast of San Rocco, the Church of San Nicola and the fascinating cuisine.

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66.5 km

View of Mammola

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mammola is located between the Aspromonte and the Calabrian Serre, so the routes are always uphill (or downhill) and the views are breathtaking. The view of the historic center is beautiful.

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78.0 km

Villaggio Limina is a practically abandoned village. On some occasions there are still processions, then it fills with life again, for example on the 15th of August in honor of the Assumption of the Madonna.

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