Orvieto, Italy, Region of Umbria, Province of Terni
“Orvieto (Italian: [orˈvjɛːto]) is a city and comune in the Province of Terni, southwestern Umbria, Italy, situated on the flat summit of a large butte of volcanic tuff. The city rises dramatically above the almost-vertical faces of tuff cliffs that are completed by defensive walls built of the same stone.” – Wikipedia
In the Region of Umbria, Province of Terni, lay the beautiful town of Orvieto. The town itself is a spectacular sight, and features many sights within its walls and nearby. Some of Orvieto’s better known sights include:
- The Duomo
- Orvieto Città del Corpus Domini and Papal residence
- Underground Tunneling System
- The Albornoz Fortress
Orvieto & Surrounds Ride Experience Video
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And some spectacular and challenging gravel cycling once outside the walls and surrounds of Orvieto. In this video, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist rides a course his own design that traverses steep climbs, quiet country roads, gravel tracks, paths, and more. Bring your skills, stamina and eyeballs, because you’ll need all of them for the ride, and sights along the way.
Additional Photos from the Orvieto Ride Experience
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- Grinduro Italy!: Crazy Italian Gravel Race Party
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