As part of Assisi Estate 2026, the Municipality of Assisi, in collaboration with the VI.VA. INSIEME Association, is organising guided walks and e-bike excursions to discover the natural landscapes of Mount Subasio and the beauty of Assisi by electric bicycle. All tours are led by certified cycling guides.
Participation is free of charge, but advance booking is required. The activities are suitable for people aged 16 and over who are in good health. Each tour is limited to a maximum of 20 participants. The difficulty level is classified as “Tourist”, and full details will be provided upon registration.
Sunday, 12 July 2026
A circular route dedicated to discovering the “Stones of Assisi”, visiting some of the city’s most significant historical, artistic and spiritual sites.
The itinerary includes the Basilica of Saint Francis, a treasure house of art and spirituality, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and decorated with frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue; Piazza del Comune and the Temple of Minerva, the historic heart of Assisi, where the ancient Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Minerva now forms part of a magnificent Baroque church overlooking the lively medieval square; the Rocca Maggiore, an imposing medieval fortress offering panoramic views over the surrounding hills and the Umbrian Valley; and the Cathedral of San Rufino, an ancient Romanesque cathedral, with access to the bell tower for breathtaking views over Assisi.
The tour continues to the Monastery of San Damiano, a symbolic site in the lives of Saint Francis and Saint Clare, surrounded by peaceful olive groves; the Sanctuary of Rivotorto and the Sacro Tugurio, which preserves the first dwelling of Saint Francis and his companions and is considered the cradle of Franciscan brotherhood; and the Monastery of San Masseo, an 11th-century monastic complex where participants will visit the crypt.
Admission to the bell tower of San Rufino and a visit to the crypt of San Masseo are included.
Practical information
Departure and return
Assisi railway station in Santa Maria degli Angeli. Free private parking is available for tour participants.
Meeting time
8:30 am
Overall duration
Approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Distance
20 km
Elevation gain
Approximately 300 metres
Participation requirements
Minimum age 16. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or present a signed parental authorisation.
Sports shoes and clothing suitable for the season and the activity are mandatory. Participants must also bring a backpack, a windproof jacket and at least one litre of water.
Padded cycling shorts and protective glasses are recommended.
Organiser
Municipality of Assisi
Piazza del Comune, 06081 Assisi (PG)
Tel. +39 075 8138 680
iat@comune.assisi.pg.it