Sunday, April 13, 2025

The Spring Classic – Marca Bianca

Sunday, April 13, 2025: The Spring Classic – Marca Bianca
If you think a spring classic should be all about sweat, stopwatches, and racing for first place, maybe it’s time to rethink your priorities. Marca Bianca La Classica is not a race; it’s a journey that will take you through history, nature, and a bit of wine (yes, Prosecco, of course). 100 kilometers of pure adventure, where beauty is more important than speed and where the only goal is to enjoy the landscape. The start? Free, no stress. It’s like deciding to take a walk, but on two wheels, through vineyards, villages, and castles.

Start from Santa Lucia di Piave – Le Filande, Fairgrounds Area – Via Mareno

We’re in Santa Lucia di Piave, a place so steeped in history that even the fairs feel like a journey back in time. Between the medieval market and the agricultural fair, you won’t just feel like a cyclist—you’ll feel like an epic hero, ready to conquer the world… or at least to ride through roads that feel like the set of a historical film.

 

Collalbrigo and the Castle of Conegliano – Art and Views

Climbing toward Collalbrigo, you’ll find yourself surrounded by vineyards and ancient churches. But the real star is the Castle of Conegliano, perched atop Colle di Giano, casting a watchful gaze like a “guardian” of centuries past. They say if you look closely, you might even spot the Altarpiece by Cima da Conegliano, hanging in the Civic Museum, looking benevolently upon cyclists. Or maybe it’s just the view making you feel invincible.

 

Borgo Antico and Ogliano – Wine-Making Tradition

You’re entering the heart of Prosecco country. Careful—here you ride… but you also taste! Borgo Antico tells the story of Verdiso, a native grape of the Conegliano-Valdobbiadene hills. With a good glass of Prosecco in hand, you’ll feel connected to a tradition that ties your cycling legs to the land producing one of the world’s finest wines.

 

From Castello Roganzuolo to the Lands of Ottavio Bottecchia

In Castello Roganzuolo, you’ll discover not only Renaissance frescoes but also a bit of cycling history. These are the Lands of Ottavio Bottecchia, the first Italian to win the Tour de France. As you pedal through his home territory, you’ll realize that the real champion… is you, on your bike.

 

Vittorio Veneto – History and Beauty

We arrive in Vittorio Veneto, which is more than a city—it’s a hymn to history, culture, and, of course, Prosecco. Between the Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova and the Loggia del Cenedese, it feels like the stones themselves tell tales of war, art, and passion for wine. And if the landscape leaves you speechless, don’t worry—a good glass of Prosecco Superiore DOCG will lift your spirits.

 

The Final Climb – Collalto and the Castles

The grand finale? Collalto, with the Castle of San Salvatore watching from above. Here, among historic trails and views that’ll take your breath away, you’ll end your cycling adventure. A final climb to face with a smile—because that’s what life’s like: a bit of effort, plenty of views, and in the end, a sight that makes you proud you made it to the top.

 

Marca Bianca – The Spring Classic: More Than Just a Cycling Event

Marca Bianca isn’t a race—it’s a celebration of beauty, culture, and the art of good living. Each pedal stroke brings you closer to a land rich in history. Every climb offers a view that will stay with you. Each stop is a meeting with tradition. The Spring Classic is a journey that will show you cycling in a whole new light.
And we promise: you’ve never had tastier pedals (especially after the Prosecco, of course 😉).