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Stage 1
From Sacile the "Garden of the Serenissima", up to Maniago the city of knives.
A bike route between the plains and the foothills of Pordenone.
Starting from Sacile, a town crossed by the waters of the Livenza and called the Garden of the Serenissima for its Venetian atmosphere. You cycle towards the foothills of Pordenone where the Palù di Livenza archaeological site, a UNESCO heritage site, is located, until you reach near the municipality of Polcenigo, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy known for the art of basket weaving. Rich in buildings that testify to its long history, the setting of Polcenigo is dominated by the waters of the Livenza and the nearby Gorgazzo springs. Proceeding towards Aviano you encounter Castello di Aviano, named after its 10th-century castle. The route continues with spectacular views of the foothill mountains and up to the vicinity of Malnisio, a hamlet of Montereale Valcellina, where the "A. Pitter" Hydroelectric Power Plant is located, the first power plant in the Venezie area and one of the first in Italy, now transformed into a technology museum. Finally, you arrive at Maniago, the city of knives.
This route is ideal for families with children aged 10 and over.
It is possible to return to Sacile by train.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Pay attention on road sections with mixed traffic.
The route is served by the Sacile - Maniago railway line with stops at Budoia - Aviano and Montereale Valcellina.
You can return to Sacile by train. All stops are close to the cycle path.
Public-transport-friendly
Sacile is served by frequent regional trains with bike transport.
Highway A4 on the Trieste - Venice stretch, exit at Portogruaro
Highway A28 towards Conegliano, exit at Sacile West
Near the Sacile Railway Station.
"Pedemontana Cycle Path" map FVG3 published by PromoTurismoFVG in collaboration with Casa Editrice Tabacco. The map is on sale at PromoTurismoFVG Infopoints for €2.
A helmet and a supply of water are recommended, especially in the hotter months.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
