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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Casorelle

The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Casorelle

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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Casorelle

04:21

57.5km

1,260m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Guest House

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6.07 km

View of the Tuscan Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Along the provincial road of Cornocchio, which passes under the homonymous hill and between the natural reserves of Montenero and Castelvecchio, splendid panoramas unfold before you. Cycling here gives you a true Tuscan experience.

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7.10 km

View of Volterra

Highlight • Viewpoint

spectacular ridge route towards Gambassi terme

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21.5 km

View of Val d'Era

Highlight • Viewpoint

after a thick wood this splendid valley opens up

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37.2 km

The Balze of Volterra

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Volterra crags, located on the south-western side of the Volterra hill, between the Era and Cecina valleys, constitute a geological phenomenon of considerable interest. These cliffs represent the result of a long erosion process, where an upper layer of sand, more resistant to the action of water than the underlying clays, led to the formation of these characteristic overhangs. In simple terms, the collapse of the sand layer at the base caused it to collapse in "slices," thus creating the typical rock crags.

These formations rise like imposing cliffs that cut through the crumbly soil, giving the impression of hurting the Volterra hills. Over the centuries, the advance of the cliffs has led to the loss of parts of the ancient Etruscan walls, churches, houses and even the largest necropolis of the ancient city. Despite this, the beauty of this landscape of grandiose strength, one of a kind, is an authentic gift of nature.

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40.6 km

Piazza dei Priori, Volterra

Highlight • Historical Site

The city of Volterra stands on a hill between the Era and Cecina valleys, surrounded by two historic city walls: one dating back to the Etruscan era and the other built in the thirteenth century. This city, known in Etruscan times as Veláthri, was one of the major city-states of ancient Etruria. During the Middle Ages, Volterra became the seat of an important episcopal lordship. Its fame is linked to the fine workmanship of alabaster, an art that constitutes one of the most significant contributions to Italian craftsmanship.

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40.8 km

View of Volterra

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of Volterra

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40.9 km

Steinwandbrunnen, Volterra

Highlight • Monument

At the end of
Viale dei Ponti you reach the stone wall fountain.

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41.4 km

Volterra

Highlight • Settlement

Who is in the region with the racing bike actually has to go to Volterra. An espresso on a piazza and soak up the flair of this beautiful old town. In addition, the view, which is due to the hillside location, terrific. Also all up (and also Ab-) rides are among the delicacies in the region.

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57.5 km

End point

Guest House

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.8 km

10.0 km

2.23 km

474 m

Surfaces

26.6 km

25.7 km

4.67 km

519 m

Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Monday 31 August

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The Balze of Volterra – Piazza dei Priori, Volterra loop from Casorelle

View of the Tuscan Countryside

View of Volterra

View of Val d'Era

The Balze of Volterra

Piazza dei Priori, Volterra

View of Volterra

Steinwandbrunnen, Volterra

Volterra

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