Dear Participant, Rotary Club Montaperti and Castelnuovo Berardenga is pleased to welcome you, your family and friends to Strade Bianche 2020, the instant classic prestigious bicycle race which combines the interest of the top riders and amateurs for unpaved roads and sharp climbs with the opportunity to admire and enjoy an increasingly beautiful city and its surroundings, living a combination of historical, traditional, artistic and food&wine unique experiences. With the aim to suit your style and needs, Strade Bianche 2020 Program includes a variety of options which guarantee to you and your guests to enjoy fully inclusive hospitality and live the bicycle race event at its best, making your stay in Siena one to remember. To discover more please find here below the detailed program:
Thursday March, 5th to discover Siena and its Strade Bianche part 1 Time 10.00am
Event Welcome and briefing day 1
Location Hall of the Hotem Moderno
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10.30am
Bike stage 60km for the first part of the Granfondo route Guided tour, on foot, of the city of Siena part 1* (tickets included) Lunch at “Il Bandierino” restaurant*
In front of the Hotel Moderno
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In front of the Hotel Moderno
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Piazza del Campo
15
Guided tour, on foot, of the Contrada della Torre* Dinner*
In front of the Hotel Moderno
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Contrada della Torre
35
10.30am 1.30pm 5.00pm 7.45pm
Friday March, 6th to discover Siena and its Strade Bianche part 2 Time 10.00am
Event Welcome and briefing day 2
Location Hall of the Hotel Moderno
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10.30am
Bike stage 60km for the last part and finish of the Granfondo route Guided tour, on foot, of the city of Siena part 2* (Museums tickets included) Lunch*
In front of the Hotel Moderno
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In front of the Hotel Moderno
20
Piazza del Campo
15
University of Siena
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10.30am 1.30pm 5.00pm 7.45pm
Presentation results crowdfunding project Gala dinner*
Santa Maria della Scala
50
Saturday March, 7th – Strade Bianche Pro Race Day Time from 8.00am 8.30am 9.15am 10.30pm 7.45pm
Event Signature Check
Location Fortezza Medicea
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Women's race start Men's race start Guided visit to the Tolaini Cellars, Chianti Classico* (the cost of the transfer is not included) Dinner at “La Compagnia dei Vinattieri” restaurant*
Fortezza Medicea Fortezza Medicea Chianti area
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Siena
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Sunday March, 8th – Granfondo Strade Bianche Time 7.00am 8.30am
Event Ride to start Granfond 140km 2000D+ or Mediofondo 87km1000D+
Location In front of Hotel Moderna Fortezza Medicea
(*) activities to be booked one week in advance Please take a look at the information below and reserve the leisure activities that will make your experience in Siena as the most desirable. - The guided tours, on foot, of the city of Siena will give you the opportunity to see the top sights of the Medieval city center, experience the authentic Siena’s way of life and enjoy this enchanting corner of Tuscany. Siena was a very remarkable City-State in the Middle Ages, most of its important monuments were built between the XIII and the XIV century, today we can still admire these artistic and architectural wonders and much more. In approximately a one mile loop you can see the wonderful old town square called Piazza del Campo which twice a year hosts the famous Palio horse race, stroll down the main shopping drag Via Banchi Di Sopra and visit the gorgeous Siena Cathedral. Let’s walk along Siena’s narrow streets and medieval passageways discovering hidden spots within the city walls where past and present blend together. -
Lunch in Piazza del Campo at the Restaurant “Il Bandierino”.
- Guided tour, on foot, of the Contrada della Torre on Thursday March, 5th and dinner. You will visit a Museum of a Contrada, where you can experience the authentic atmosphere of the town. The Contrade (districts into which the town is divided) are the real core of the local social life, where inhabitants of each district compete with each other as they devote themselves to preparations for the well-known Palio horse-race. The Contrada is not simply a district: it is a small state having its own legacy of traditions, memories, and emotions, including its own flag and anthem. The Museum of a Contrada is, therefore, the heart of the district. This is an intimate and secret place - with exclusive access - containing historical documents and wonderful relics of the famous Palio, as well as magnificent works of art which are normally not disclosed to the public. At the end of the tour you will enjoy an aperitivo and a dinner within the premises of the Contrada. In other words, a truly exclusive and valuable experience. - Gala dinner at Santa Maria della Scala on Friday March, 6th. The Ospedale di Santa Maria della Scala, constructed along the Via Francigena, was one of the first hospitals in Europe, with its own organization set up to care for pilgrims coming from France and northern Europe to Rome, assist the poor and provide for abandoned children. This large complex which conserves extraordinarily intact testimonials of thousands of years of history, is situated in Siena, in front of the Duomo and it takes its name from the steps (“scala�) leading up to the cathedral. For one evening, Santa Maria della Scala will be the perfect setting for the Strade Bianche 2020 Gala Dinner, celebrating this extraordinary bicycle race in an atmosphere of unforgettable charm. Do not miss it! - Guided visit to the Tolaini Cellars, Chianti Classico on Saturday March, 7th. A total of 50 hectares (120 acres) of vineyards, in Chianti Classico in the municipality of Castelnuovo di Berardenga. This stunning winery is located on the amphitheatreshaped vineyard at Montebello, considered
one of the most gorgeous location in the Heart of Tuscany, the perfect balance of climate, soil, and exposure. We highly recommend you to join the tour of the beautiful Tolaini’s cellars, learn a lot about wine making and enjoy the wine tasting. - Dinner at “La Compagnia dei Vinattieri restaurant” in the city center on Saturday March, 7th.
Don’t forget to follow Strade Bianche https://rotarymontaperti.it/index.php/strade-bianche/ Information on the web site will be updated in real time.
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We look forward to welcoming riders and their guests from across the world to Strade Bianche 2020 edition.