The Eroica - Credit: Paolo Martelli - Eroica
On foot or by bike, the paths running through woods and villages are marvelous in the autumn months, thanks in part to the colors of the foliage.
On the first Sunday in October, in Gaiole in Chianti, the Eroica takes place, one of the most popular events for cyclists and non-cyclists: a traditional and at the same time unique race of vintage bicycles, retro clothes, white roads and beautiful Tuscan landscapes, from the Sienese Chianti to the Val d'Orcia.
History and nature lovers can choose a slow-paced route to discover the sights among dirt roads and trails – passing by the most picturesque places in Tuscany - along the Via Francigena: Siena in October hosts the World Francigena Ultra Marathon, the first European ultramarathon at a trekking and nordic walking pace.
In October, among green hills, ancient villages and picturesque views, the Mugello Marathon is held, the oldest marathon in Italy to run through the Mugello valley and be amazed by the beauty of its nature.
If you love practising sports among the olive trees in the countryside, again in October, you cannot miss the Chianti Classico Ecomarathon in Castelnuovo Berardenga, where the natural beauty of the territory perfectly matches the local food and wine culture.
