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The Monte Gurlano Copper Mine

Type of tour: E-XPLORA DAY
Level of difficulty: ADVENTURE – PRO
Distance: 30 km (80% mule tracks and trails, 20% asphalt)
Positive difference in level: 800 m
Duration: 3-4 hours
Accessibility: from April to October, according to the schedule on the E-xplora calendar

The package E-xplora includes:
– SIEB certified guide
– Merida e-bike rental
– Snack produced and packaged by a local bakery
– Basic insurance coverage: Civil Liability towards third parties, with the possibility of optional extension

Required garments:
– Compulsory helmet (if needed, can be provided by the E-xplora team)
– Shorts or bibs with a padded bottom
– Breathable T-shirt or jersey, cycling gloves, sunglasses or technical glasses, backpack, light wind/water jacket
– Sports shoes (comfortable for walking even on rough terrain)
– Personal bottle (water bag rucksack recommended as an alternative to water bottle)

Personal e-bike: If you wish to participate with your personal e-bike, contact our Team here for more information, clearly specifying the event and date you are interested in.

Description

The upper Idice valley was an area of ​​copper extraction between 1600 and 1900. The Monte Gurlano mine, today within the “La Martina” Natural Park, is clear testimony to this. The tunnel is no longer accessible but as you get closer, you can see the entrance and the approximately 55 meter deep tunnel that sinks into the mountain. This itinerary will make you discover the most hidden and extremely fascinating side of this corner of the Bolognese Apennines. Along the beautiful paths of the park, we will also find small bodies of water where, with a bit of luck, we will also be able to see the cute spotted newts. The route is very varied and in some sections technical, suitable for bikers with good downhill riding skills and a great desire to test themselves.

Note: route, distance and difference in altitude may be subject to change based on the Guide’s assessments of the weather conditions, the state of the terrain, the technical abilities and physical conditions of the participants, in order to always guarantee the group’s enjoyment in total safety.

Additional information

Difficoltà

ADVENTURE, OPEN

Tipologia itinerario

E-xplora Day