Discover Riccio: Via Romea, Wine and Museums

Riccio between cycling route and pilgrimage trail

Riccio combines a connection to a cycling route with a clearly defined pilgrimage trail. The route of the Bacialla Bike 2026 race passes over the hill where the Chiesa di Sepoltaglia stands. At the same time, Riccio lies on the Via Romea route between Il Castagno and Pietraia in the Cortona–Pozzuolo section. The Via Romea, which passes through Riccio, is a pilgrimage trail to Rome. This gives you two different themes for planning your trip: you can view the town in connection with a cycling event or explore the course of a trail leading to Rome.

Wine tastings and insights into production

A dedicated area for experiences is associated with Enoteca Meucci. Wine tastings are offered there in a tasting room in typical Tuscan style. In addition, Enoteca Meucci organizes guided cellar tours and wine tastings where you can learn about the wine production techniques. The focus is therefore not only on tasting, but also on understanding the processes behind the wine.

Museums and palaces in the surrounding area

Several destinations in the surrounding area of Riccio are also suitable for days focused on culture. The Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca is located in this area, as is the Museo Diocesano Del Capitolo. Both names represent different cultural points of interest, so you do not have to limit your stay to a single museum.

The Museo della Civiltà Contadina di Fratticciola is also part of the wider cultural surroundings and is located near Riccio. There, a theme of rural life complements the other museum-related attractions. The palace Villa Guglielmi- Isola Maggiore is also located in the same area.

Mountains, island and geographical orientation

The surroundings of Riccio also include several distinctive landscape features. The mountain Monte Maestrino is located there, as are the mountain Monte Castel Giudeo and the mountain Alta San Egidio. The island Isola Maggiore is also located near Riccio. These different landscapes give your planning several directions: mountains and island represent different spatial impressions, while museums, the palace and wine tastings appeal to cultural and pleasure-oriented interests.

Cycling and Festa di Santa Maria

Sepoltaglia in Bike is also relevant for cyclists. The event is a non-competitive cycling excursion open to mountain bike, e-bike and gravel riders. Sepoltaglia in Bike is scheduled to end at 12:00 p.m. at the Chiesa di Sepoltaglia in Località Riccio.

The annual Festa di Santa Maria is also celebrated at the Chiesa di Sepoltaglia. It takes place on the fourth Sunday in May. For planning your trip, this recurring feast day is a cultural reference point with a clearly defined date in the course of the year.

Which travel interests suit Riccio

When choosing accommodation or a hotel for your trip to Riccio, you can first decide what you want your days to focus on. The Via Romea and the two cycling-related attractions appeal to travel plans centered on routes and cycling experiences. Museums, the palace and Festa di Santa Maria are among the cultural themes, while the mountains, Isola Maggiore and Enoteca Meucci add other accents. This allows you to shape your stay according to your own interests, balancing activity, pilgrimage trail, culture, landscapes and wine.

Discover more destinations

If you would like to expand your travel ideas, you can also find Ossaia, Camucia, Col Di Morro, Torreone, Cegliolo, Sant'agata, Terontola and Fratticciola.

For the higher-level travel overview: Cortona.