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A city that once had six bicycle factories

Padua’s association with cycling is no accident. It is estimated that there are around 60,000 university students in the city, and at least half of them use bicycles to get around; and the same means of transport is used by at least 30% of the city’s inhabitants, who number around 212,000.

In the golden years of cycling, Padua was also home to two of the giants in bike production: Cesare Rizzato at Atala (whose over ten different makes included ‘Lygie’, ‘Maino’, ‘U.Dei’ and ‘Ceriz’) and Federico Torresini at Torpado .

It is also a well-known fact that thousands of cyclists visit Padua, both to see its cultural and artistic treasures and to enjoy its cycle routes . There are a large number of these, and they are suitable for all kinds of cyclists: the river circuit; the Euganean Hills circuit ; the stretch of the St. Anthony Walk that runs along the Muson dei Sassi; the tour around the ‘walled cities’ of the area, which takes in Padua, Monselice and Este; the Rural Padua route along the course of the Bacchiglione; the itinerary from the Bacchiglione to the Brenta, which runs from Vicenza to Venezia; the Salt Road and the Sugar Road routes that run from Padua to Chioggia; the cycle route along the former Treviso-Ostiglia rail line , which allows you to cycle to Treviso in complete safety; the Via del Brenta, from Padua up to Trento; the Via degli Estensi, from Padua to Ferrara.

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For our itinerary, let’s choose the Euganean Hills circuit . Starting from Padua (Bassanello), you ride along the Lungargine dei Barcari embankment that follows the course of the Battaglia Canal; after 5 kilometres, this brings you to Villa Molin (a masterpiece designed by Vincenzo Scamozzi) and after 8 kilometres to Castello del Catajo in Battaglia Terme. A further 8 kilometres along the canal brings you to Monselice and then Este (+10), Baone (+4) Cinto Euganeo (+2), Lozzo Atestino (+3), Vo’ Vecchio (+6) Bastia di Rovolon (+7), Cervarese Santa Croce (+5), Treponti di Teolo (+2). Here you can either choose to return to Padua, via Tencarola di Selvazzano (the shortest route), or continue via the Abbey of Praglia , Torreglia , Abano Terme and Montegrotto Terme , back to Villa Molin and along the Battaglia Canal embankment.

This magical route – which takes you through a landscape of hills, watercourses, villas and magnificent vegetation – gives you the feeling of cycling through an enchanted world. Don’t forget the usual equipment you need for a bike ride, plus a supply of water and a sandwich or two. Have a good trip!

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URBS PICTA Wonderful Padua! We are UNESCO HERITAGE

The sites of Padua Urbs picta - which means Painted City - include the Scrovegni Chapel and 7 other sites that represent a unique ensemble of outstanding universal value.

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The Civic Museums complex includes, in addition to the Scrovegni Chapel, the Eremitani Museum (archaeological collections and medieval and modern art collections) and Palazzo Zuckermann (applied art collections and Bottacin Museum). Entrance to all these sites is included in the ticket to the Scrovegni Chapel, except on Mondays.

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A place of exhibitions and cultural meetings, which maintains a central role in the public life of Padua.

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The Baptistery of Padua It houses one of the most important fresco cycles of the 14th century, a masterpiece by Giusto de Menabuoi.

Oratory of san giorgio next to the saint, a 14th century masterpiece.

Built according to the same architectural model and narrative mode as the Scrovegni Chapel.

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Since 1 July the update of the entrance fees to the Civic Museums has come into force on the basis of the resolution of the municipal council n ° 2023/0055 of 21/02/2023.

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Reserved tickets must be collected well in advance: groups should arrive at the ticket office at least 45 minutes prior to visit. Those who booked for 9.00 am can collect their tickets at 8.30 am (not earlier).

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Contact Center: +39 049 20 100 20 (operating Monday to Friday from 9 am to 7 pm, on Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm, closed on Sundays and holidays). Pre-booking is required. Reservations can be made up to the day before the visit if you choose to pay by credit card. Tickets are non-refundable.

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SCROVEGNI CHAPEL

The work is the greatest fresco masterpiece of the artist and testifies to the profound revolution that the Tuscan painter brought to Western art. The cycle frescoed by Giotto in just two years, between 1303 and 1305, unfolds over the entire interior surface of the Chapel narrating the History of Salvation in two different paths: the first with the Stories of the Life of the Virgin and Christ painted along the aisles and on the triumphal arch; the second begins with the Vices and Virtues, addressed in the lower section of the main walls, and ends with the majestic Last Judgement on the counter-façade.

The first great revolution made by Giotto in Padua is in the representation of space: we can admire examples of "perspective" and the rendering of the third dimension that anticipate the Renaissance theories of a hundred years.

The second is the attention paid to the representation of man, in his physicality and emotionality: this is well expressed by Giotto in the Stories of the Life of the Virgin and of Christ in which the human joys and sorrows emerge with intensity, of which significant and famous examples are the tenderness of the kiss of Joachim and Anne in The Meeting at the Golden Gate and the desperation of mothers in tears in The Massacre of the Innocents.

The vaulted ceiling is a blue mantle of stars and has round figures of Mary, Christ and the Prophets. In the presbytery is still preserved the sculptural group Madonna with Child between two angels made by the great sculptor Giovanni Pisano at the beginning of the fourteenth century.

The frescoed cycle of the Scrovegni Chapel has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2021 as part of the serial site "The frescoed cycles of the 14th century in Padua".

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CITY MUSEUM

Located in Eremitani Square, the Civic Museum complex includes the Archeological Museum and the Museum of Medieval and Modern Art. The Museums are housed in the cloisters of the former convent of the Eremitani monks. The Scrovegni Chapel and the Zuckermann Palace are part of this complex.

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To reach the Scrovegni Chapel from the railway station: bus nr 3/10/12, on holidays nr 42, metrotram; by car and bus: highway exit Padova Est, Padova Ovest, Padova Sud; parking garages: Porte Contarine Park (21, via Giacomo Matteotti) or Padova Centro Park - Interparking (50, via Trieste).

It is possible to take a guided tour of the Scrovegni Chapel virtually thanks to the site Haltadefinizione , by concession of the municipality of Padua.

In the Chapel of Scrovegni Giotto realized a series of frescos: Stories of Anna and Gioacchino, of Mary, of Jesus, Allegories of Vices and Virtues and The Universal Judgement. See the photo gallery of Urbs Picta!

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Cycles de fresques du XIVe siècle à Padoue

Ce bien est composé de huit ensembles d’édifices religieux et séculiers, situés au sein de la ville historique fortifiée de Padoue, qui abritent une sélection de cycles de fresques peints entre 1302 et 1397 par plusieurs artistes pour différents commanditaires et dans des édifices aux fonctions diverses. Néanmoins, les fresques présentent une unité de style et de contenu. Elles comprennent le cycle de fresques de Giotto dans la chapelle des Scrovegni, considéré comme ayant marqué le début d’une évolution révolutionnaire dans l’histoire de la peinture murale, ainsi que d’autres cycles de fresques de différents artistes, à savoir Guariento di Arpo, Giusto de’ Menabuoi, Altichiero da Zevio, Jacopo Avanzi et Jacopo da Verona. Cet ensemble illustre comment, au cours d’un siècle, l’art de la fresque s’est développé sur la base d’un nouvel élan créatif et d’une nouvelle compréhension de la représentation spatiale. 

سلاسل اللوحات الجدارية في بادوفا التي تعود إلى القرن الرابع عشر

يتألَّف الموقع من ثمانية مجمَّعات دينية وعلمانية تقع ضمن أسوار مدينة بادوفا التاريخية، وهي تضمُّ سلسلة من اللوحات الجدارية التي رسمها عدة فنانين بين عامي 1302 و1397 بناءً على طلب عدة رعاة للفن وهي موجودة داخل أبنية ذات وظائف مختلفة. وعلى الرغم من ذلك، حافظت هذه اللوحات الجدارية على وحدة الأسلوب والمحتوى، ومن بينها سلسلة اللوحات الجدارية لجوتو في " كنيسة سكروفيني"، التي تعتبر بداية حدوث تطور ثوري في تاريخ اللوحات الجدارية، وسلاسل من اللوحات الجدارية التي تعود لفنانين آخرين، مثل غوارينتو دي آربو، وجوستو دي دينابوي وآلتيكييرو دا زيفيو، وجاكوبو أفانزي وجاكوبو دا فيرونا. وتبيِّن هذه المجموعة من سلاسل اللوحات الجدارية تطوُّر الفن الجداري خلال قرن من الزمن، كما تنمُّ عن تولُّد زخم إبداعي وطريقة فهم جديدة لتصوير المكان.  

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绘画之都帕多瓦,乔托的斯克洛维尼礼拜堂及帕多瓦14世纪壁画群

该遗产地由8个分布在帕多瓦老城区内的宗教和世俗建筑群构成,这里有多位艺术家在1302-1397年之间为不同类型的赞助人在不同功能的建筑内创作的大量壁画。然而,帕多瓦壁画群在风格和内容上保持了统一性,其中包括乔托(Giotto)在斯克洛维尼礼拜堂绘制的壁画(被认为是壁画史上革命性发展的开端),以及其他艺术家的作品,如阿珀的瓜里恩托、梅纳博伊的朱斯托、泽维奥的阿尔泰基耶罗、维罗纳的阿万齐和雅各布。这些壁画共同展现了14世纪壁画艺术是如何随着新的创作动力和对空间表现的理解而发展的。

Series de frescos del siglo XIV en Padua

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The fresco cycles housed in eight complexes of buildings within the old city centre of Padua illustrate how, over the course of the 14th century, different artists, starting with Giotto, introduced important stylistic developments in the history of art. The eight building complexes are grouped into four component parts: Scrovegni and Eremitani (part 1); Palazzo della Ragione, Carraresi Palace, Baptistery and associated Piazzas (part 2); Complex of Buildings associated with the Basilica of St. Anthony (part 3); and San Michele (part 4). The artists who played a leading role in the creation of the fresco cycles were Giotto, Guariento di Arpo, Giusto de’ Menabuoi, Altichiero da Zevio, Jacopo Avanzi and Jacopo da Verona. Working for illustrious local families, the clergy, the city commune or the Carraresi family, they would – within buildings both public and private, religious and secular – produce fresco cycles that gave birth to a new image of the city.

Whilst painted by different artists for different types of patron within buildings of varying function, the Padua fresco cycles maintain a unity of style and content. Within the artistic narrative that unfolds in this sequence of frescoes, the different cycles reveal both diversity and mutual coherence.

The property illustrates an entirely new way of depicting allegorical narratives in spatial perspectives influenced by advances in the science of optics and a new capacity in capturing human figures, including individual features displaying feelings and emotions. Innovation in the depiction of pictorial space involved explorations of the possibilities of perspective and trompe-l’oeil effects. The innovation in the depiction of states of feeling is based on a heightened interest in the realistic portrayal of human emotions and the integration of the new role of commissioning patron as the patrons begin to appear in the scenes depicted, and ultimately even take the place of figures participating in the biblical narrative. In effect, the works illustrate the adaptation of sacred art to serve the secular celebration of the prestige and power of the ruling powers and associated noble families.

Criterion (ii): The Padua fresco cycles illustrate the important interchange of ideas which existed between leading figures in the worlds of science, literature and the visual arts in the pre-humanist climate of Padua in the early 14th century. New exchanges of ideas also occurred between clients commissioning works and the artists from other Italian cities that had been called to Padua to collaborate on the various fresco cycles inspired by scientific and astrological allegories or ideas on sacred history gleaned from contemporary intellectuals and scholars. The artists showed great skill in giving these ideas visual form and their technical abilities allowed the Padua fresco cycles not only to become a model for others but also to prove remarkably resistant to the passage of time. The group of artists striving for innovation who gathered within Padua at the same time fostered an exchange of ideas and know-how which led to a new style in fresco illustration. This new fresco style not only influenced Padua throughout the 14th century but formed the inspirational basis for centuries of fresco work in the Italian Renaissance and beyond. With this veritable rebirth of a pictorial technique, Padua supplied a new way of both seeing and depicting the world, heralding the advent of Renaissance perspective. The innovations mark a new era in the history of art, producing an irreversible change in direction.

The four component parts comprise eight complexes of buildings in the centre of Padua – some publicly, some privately owned, some secular, some religious – which present an overall shared approach in terms of techniques, themes, dating and style, and bear witness to new programmes of narrative and figurative choices in fresco painting. They illustrate the complete range of the various aspects of innovation in Italian frescoes in the 14th century.

The institutional bodies (Padua City Council, the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities, the University of Padua) that own the different sites have promoted research, maintenance and restoration work necessary to maintain the various fresco cycles in a good state of conservation. Such work means that each of the single parts can still be read and understood, both individually and in relation to each other.

Authenticity

The attributes of the property illustrate authenticity in material, design, in particular workmanship, setting and to a certain extent spirit and feeling in relation to the religious concepts they evoke. The authenticity is further expressed in the inseparable bond between the frescoes and the interior architectural spaces they are part of as well as the architectural construction of the historic buildings. All components retain authentic evidence of the fresco cycles, the material support on which the frescoes are painted, the plaster surfaces, the pigments and binding agents used in fresco work, and the paints themselves. Although fragments of these frescoes have in the past suffered localized detachments, for example in Scrovegni Chapel, the Cathedral Baptistery, or Carraresi Chapel, these fragments were all replaced in their original positions during past conservation treatments.

The Padua fresco cycles are still fully legible, and the iconography used within them can be identified as authentic works of known 14th century artists. All frescoes are still in their original locations, which means the very place in and for which they were painted. The overall context within which they exist – that is, the area containing the buildings which house the different cycles – is still that which was the heart of the city enclosed within the old city walls and now coincides with the centre of the historic city.

Protection and management requirements

All of the buildings and complexes of buildings which house the frescoes in the property are under the strictest protective measures laid down by Italian law (listed buildings), the main expression of which is the law decree 22/01/2004 n. 42, known as the Codice dei Beni Culturali e del Paesaggio (Code for the Cultural Heritage and Landscape). There are further protective measures in the instruments for territorial administration that exist at both regional, provincial and city level, all guaranteeing the protection and conservation of the buildings and their surroundings. The buffer zone is bound by the perimeter of Padua’s old city centre, an area that comes under special protective measures laid down in Padua City Council’s “Works Ordinance”.

An overall management system has been introduced, establishing close coordination between the different bodies that own the complexes of buildings which house the fresco cycles. Thus, from independent management by four different bodies, a model of co-governance has been established, in which the City Council presides over a Committee whose members represent those bodies as well as representatives of the Regional Government of the Veneto, the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities, the University of Padua (present as scientific consultants) and the Orto Botanico. The overall coordination of the partners is facilitated by the Council’s Cultural Affairs Department, through a specially-created agency, called the World Heritage Office, which acts as a secretariat to the management group. A Memorandum of Understanding for the joint implementation of a management plan has been signed. The management plan is under elaboration based on a first draft document submitted.

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Our " Discover Padova " guided tour takes you to the main landmarks of the Veneto capital in a pleasant afternoon walk lasting about an hour and a half .  

The itinerary of the guided tour in Padua starts from the famous Caffè Pedrocchi , the marvelous nineteenth-century building designed by Giuseppe Jappelli and once known as the " Caffè without doors ", because in the past it was always open to welcome patrons at any time of the day and of the night.  

From Pedrocchi to Palazzo Moroni, the Town Hall, it is just a short walk: we will stop to retrace its centuries-long history with the medieval tower, the Byzantine capitals, the splendid Renaissance staircase and the facade from the 1920s/30s.  

Right in front of the Town Hall is Palazzo del Bo , the historic location of the University of Padua , founded more than 800 years ago, in 1222. We will enter the Ancient Courtyard where our guide will tell you about Galileo Galilei 's lectures in the Aula Magna, show you the more than 3,000 coats of arms that decorate the loggia, and finally tell you the story of Elena Cornaro Piscopia , the first woman in the world to graduate right here in Padova’s university.  

You will also pass through Cortile Nuovo del Bo , to then head towards Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta . Here is the beating heart of the city with its constant comings and goings of passers-by, the markets, the porticoes with bars and taverns.  

The last stop on the  guided tour of the things to see in Padova, Italy , will be the exterior of the fourteenth-century Palazzo della Ragione : this grandiose building characterized by an imposing roof constructed like and upside-down ship hull, houses the largest frescoed astrological cycle in the world, included in the fresco cycle of Padova Urbs Picta , for which the city was added to the UNESCO lists in 2021. "Discover Padova" is a shared guided itinerary , the maximum number of participants is 25 people . The tour guide speaks both Italian and English : in case of mixed origin of the participants, the explanations will be given first in Italian and immediately after in English. If the group exceeds 7 people, each participant will be provided with radio headphones in order for the guide to best communicate with the group.

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  • Once your booking has been confirmed, download the voucher which will also be sent to you via email. You will have to show it at the meeting point, printed or on your smartphone.  
  • Locate in advance the meeting point on the map to avoid arriving late: we cannot guarantee you any refund (in full or in part) if you do not present yourself at the starting point on time or if you decide to leave the experience before the end. If you need assistance, feel free to contact us at the emergency contacts shown in the reservation voucher.  
  • The tour is shared: during the walk there may be other people with you, up to a maximum of 25 participants.  
  • The tour guide speaks Italian and English: in case of mixed origin of the participants, the explanations will be given first in Italian and immediately after in English.  
  • In exceptional cases or due to force majeure (natural disasters, strikes or other unforeseen events), the service might be cancelled. In these cases, you will be contacted as soon as possible, and you can choose another date or request a full refund of the price you paid, if allowed by the cancellation policies.

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Padova Bike tour

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  • Local guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Use of bicycle
  • Bottled water
  • Food and drinks
  • Option 1 Viale dell' Internato Ignoto, 35128 Padova PD, Italy Just in front of the Church of the Internato Ignoto
  • Option 2 Bicipark, Piazzale della Stazione, 14, 35131 Padova PD, Italy please inform us on arrival time/train
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
  • Basilica of St. Anthony
  • Palazzo della Ragione
  • Prato della Valle
  • University of Padova
  • Piazza della Frutta

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  • You’ll have 2 starting options See departure details
  • 1 Basilica of St. Anthony Stop: 20 minutes individual visit of the interiors, the tomb of St. Antony and the chiostro Read more Pass by University of Padova Pedrocchi Café Palazzo della Ragione Piazza delle Erbe Piazza della Frutta Prato della Valle Borgo Portello di Padova
  • You'll return to the starting point

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  • younglachie 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Travel and Bike Cycle ride from Bolzano to Venice Gianlucca, at Travel and Bike (which is based in Mestre near Vencie), organised a wonderful bike tour for us from Bolzano to Venice. We found Travel and Bike by doing a google map search in Mestre for bike hire shops. Travel and Bike is hard to find by doing a google search as there are pages of hits for the global bike hire companies who pay for their priority in the search results. We prefer to use local operators. We rented e-bikes and they were in excellent condition and performed without fault. Navigation instructions were in the form of GPX coordinates, which we were not familiar with, but with Gianluca's help we downloaded an App called Pocket Earth, and easily loaded the coordinates into an iPhone and low and behold, there was our route mapped out on a map of northern Italy for us. We rarely lost our route, and never for very long. Daily stages were doable for us (70s) on e-bikes, but younger people would probably find it doable on normal bikes. However, there was not much time in the itinerary to explore the cities on the route except for Vincenza (which is the best anyway!). I think Gianlucca could add rest days into the itinerary if you wanted more time to explore the cities. The accommodation was all very good to excellent. The route starts in Bolzano, and follows a bike path along the Adige River down stream through vineyards and orchards. There are some cafes right on the bike path (although these may close in the colder months) but there are also small towns with cafes. On the second day there is a picturesque descent to Lake Garda. The ferry leaves at about 3.15 pm and takes 4-5 hours (depending on how many stops it makes) to get to Riva del Garda at the other end of the lake, where you disembark and do a short ride to the next hotel. Our ferry was an hour late arriving, and we had to do this short section at night. There is then some riding on quiet back roads, with great views of the Italian alps. We were never stressed by the traffic. Italian drivers here are incredibly respectful to cyclists. We finished our ride in Dolo, where Gianlucca has a bed and breakfast. Dolo is a delightful small regional centre on the Brenta river about 30 kms from Venice with excellent restaurants used entirely by locals. None of them are the pasta/pizza places you encounter everywhere in tourist centres. In fact our policy when riding into any of the major towns was to have coffee, pastries, or lunch in local cafes somewhat away from the centre of the towns where there are so many tourists eating pasta or pizzas. Gianluca speaks great English, and his arrangements for our tour worked perfectly. Our luggage was always waiting for us at the hotels when we arrived. Read more Written 18 October 2023
  • Curiosity45241923178 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The best company!! Everyting was just perfect. Gianluca and his staff are doing all to help and keep contact all the time. For sure we will rent their pefect bicycles in our next vacation 💙 Read more Written 3 October 2023
  • eriks965 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 7 Day Istrian Tour Rental Travel & Bike was excellent. Very willing to help, their bikes were well maintained, and their staff was kind. Thanks for a great trip! Read more Written 3 October 2023
  • BluebellRae 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing experience with kayak and bike ride Brilliant experience. The staff were all really friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend. We booked the tour last minute and they were very quick to respond and easy to communicate with. Read more Written 18 September 2023
  • 623lucianor 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Incredible We rented the bike for 7 days in a trip from Venice tô Pula. We love it. I recommend It to everyone. Read more Written 15 September 2023
  • 99yvetteb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing service/extremely knowledgeable Amazing experience with Travel and Bike. A friend and I decided to bike the majority of the veneto ring over 4 days. We rented bikes, locks, helmets, and saddle bags for a very reasonable price. The staff was exceptionally knowledgeable and was able to provide important advice on trains/ferries that made our trip so much smoother. When one of our tires was punctured a couple kilometers from the end of our trip they even were able to come meet us there to retrieve the rentals. Exceptional service that genuinely improved the experience of our biking trip. Read more Written 25 August 2023
  • Discover665941 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great option for bike tours We had a great trip. They were able to pick us up from the airport to transfer to the hotel and get us our bikes for a 6 day trip down the Parenzana. Everything worked perfectly and they were great and helpful hosts Read more Written 1 July 2023
  • 241sevilc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Expensive parking but great view… We parked our car in one of the parking lots right before the bridge for 5 € per day. First they didn’t want to accept our car because it had the bike carrier but we ‘convinced’ them we would remove the carrier after we take the bikes, which we did. The bike lane was decent, not too narrow. The view was amazing, we loved it. Unfortunately, we couldn’t find a free place to park our bikes on our arrival, so we had to park them in the private bike parking garage. We paid 10 € for each bike for about 8 hours parking in a ‘box’ in which you put your bike, super safe but expensive, especially considering how much we paid for parking our car. Read more Written 23 April 2023
  • crustycalves 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles I can't recommend this tour enough!! We had a fantastic time on the beautiful bike ride in the Venice countryside. We enjoyed the stop for coffee and pastry halfway through our adventure, and our final stop for cicchette at the end. We passed by gorgeous villas and Gianluca allowed us as much time as we wanted to stop and tour or take pictures. I highly recommend this tour! For us it was a wonderful break from the Easter chaos in Venice. Read more Written 10 April 2023
  • 954fabum 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Thanks! Very competent and uncomplicated.. Even in off season... Und pretty central located. Would rent again next time... Gracie Read more Written 9 March 2023
  • Oliviadds89 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing day trip away from the crowds Gianluca was a gem ! We were only 2 x (my partner and I) so he tailored the tour to us - we had the most amazing day and couldn't have hoped for a better way to learn about Venetian culture, see beautiful architecture and eat delicious pasta. Couldn't recommend enough : ) Read more Written 18 October 2022
  • Scenic20924943669 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Italy, Slovenia, Croatia bike loop. We rented ebikes for a month and cycled 1200 km. We took the train to Trieste and cycled through Slovenia, Istria, and island hopped back and forth in Croatia. Took the Split to Ancona ferry and then took the train to Ravenna and cycled back to Venice along the Lido. Fantastic bike trip. No problems with the bikes. Gianluca was excellent to deal with. I would highly recommend renting bikes from this company for a long term trip! Read more Written 10 October 2022
  • lindafX5630FJ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great bike ride through the countryside Gianluca was a terrific guide taking us for a great ride through the beautiful quiet countryside outside venice. He was very informative and speaks fluent English. It was a wonderful day. Read more Written 29 September 2022
  • Passport566250 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very fun! What a fun day!! Our guide, Gianluca was so knowledgeable! Would recommend… saw a whole other side of Venice. Thank you! Read more Written 4 August 2022
  • murpht2 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The missing piece! We organized a self-supported bike tour with flights in and out of Venice but needed some help with the logistics. Travel & Bike worked with us to fill in all the gaps, organizing a van to take us and our bikes to the starting point of our ride, giving us space at their facility to unpack (and later re-pack) our bikes from the travel cases, a place to store the cases and other luggage while we were touring, a ride to the airport, and lots of helpful advice in navigating other public transport. Overall very helpful and friendly! Read more Written 20 July 2022

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Padua is a city in the Veneto region in the northeast of Italy and is home to the second oldest university in Italy (the oldest is in Bologna). This, plus the historical wealth of the city, has created a legacy of grand buildings, many filled with the medieval frescoes for which Padua is famous. There is an Italian popular saying: “Venice is beautiful, Padua is her sister”. 

It has two UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. Once for its 14th-century frescoes and another for its Orto Botanico – the oldest academic botanical garden in the world!

It is also an important place of pilgrimage: St Anthony is buried in Padua and the 25 km Walk of Saint Anthony ends here. Then there is the Shakespeare connection: this was the setting for his play  Taming of the Shrew . As you walk the shady colonnaded streets you can imagine yourself back in that world, in the place that Petruchio describes as “fair Padua, nursery of the arts”.

How to get to Padua?

By Car: Padova is strategically located at the crossroads of major motorways in Italy. For those traveling from the west (Venice) to the east (Milan), you can access the A4 motorway (Venice-Milan) and take the Padova Est exit if you are coming from Venice or the Padova Ovest exit if you are arriving from Milan. If your journey brings you from the south (Bologna) to Padova, you’ll be on the A13 motorway (Bologna-Padova). Take the Padova Sud exit, and from there, you can follow the signs guiding you to the center of Padova or continue in the direction of the A4 motorway (Milan-Venice) if you wish to travel east.

Warning: The centre of Padova is a Traffic-Restricted Area (ZTL).

Parking: The most convenient parking is Piazza Rabin , just to the south of Prato della Valle – about € 1.50 an hour. From here head north through the arch to arrive at Prato della Valle.

Padua is easy to reach by train from many other nearby Italian cities. All the trains that move between Milan-Venice and Bologna-Venice stop in Padua. To get to the centre from the train station walk down Corso del Popolo.

Prato della Valle

Prato Della Valle In Padua

Prato della Valle, Italy’s largest square, stands as one of Padua’s most iconic attractions. Covering an expansive area of 90,000 square meters, it boasts an elliptical shape. The square is bordered by a canal that encircles an oval space known as the Isola Memmia, named after Andrea Memmo, the visionary behind Prato della Valle in the 18th century.

Two concentric rings of statues grace the perimeter of the canal, totaling 78 in all, each representing prominent figures intertwined with the rich history and culture of Padua. For instance, statue number 36 pays homage to Galileo Galilei, who famously declared that he “spent the happiest 18 years of his life living and teaching in Padua.” Statue number 35 commemorates the renowned humanist and poet Petrarch, who was a frequent visitor to Padua in the 14th century. Statue number 21 immortalizes the illustrious Renaissance artist Andrea Mantegna, who both studied and worked in Padua. Notably, pinpoint 12 on this list leads to the opportunity to view Mantegna’s renowned cycle of frescoes in the Church of the Eremitani in Padua.

Prato della Valle serves as a vibrant hub for many of Padua’s major events and festivals. It regularly hosts bustling markets, featuring an array of fresh produce, vintage items, and assorted treasures.

Take a moment to explore Prato della Valle, and you’ll discover a treasure trove of picturesque opportunities. The stately Lodge Amulea and the imposing structure of the Basilica of Santa Giustina present splendid subjects for your photography. Be sure to capture the beauty of these landmarks with your camera to preserve the memories of your visit.

Orto Botanico

Orto Botanico

Walk straight through the oval park, then walk anti-clockwise around it before turning onto Via Beato Luca Belludi. Quickly turn off to the right to walk down the pedestrianised Via Donatello, after 200m you arrive at the University of Padua Botanical Gardens.

Padua’s Botanical Garden holds the distinction of being the world’s oldest University Botanical Garden that remains in its original location. Established in 1545 under the patronage of the Venetian Republic, its primary purpose was to assist students at Padua University in their studies of pharmacology and medicinal plants.

Today, this garden is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a remarkable collection of over 7,000 botanical species. Among its remarkable inhabitants is a palm tree that has graced the garden for more than four centuries. It’s worth noting that Goethe’s “Essay on the Metamorphosis of Plants” was inspired during his visit to Padua University Botanical Garden. Here, he encountered the age-old palm tree, dedicating time to its observation and study.

The botanical garden is divided into two distinct sections:

Historical Garden: This segment represents the original garden as it was conceived in 1545. Its layout takes the form of a circular shape, symbolizing the world, enclosing a square that is further divided into four smaller squares. The garden features strategically placed fountains and water features, making it a delightful spot to explore, even on warm summer days. Encircling the Historical Garden is a towering circular wall, erected centuries ago to deter theft of valuable medicinal plants.

Biodiversity Garden: Inaugurated in September 2014, this modern addition to Padua University Botanical Garden is housed within a contemporary glass structure. A visit to this garden provides a journey through various global climate zones, from the most arid to the lushest, allowing visitors to admire plant life indigenous to each region.

Padua University Botanical Garden has played a pivotal role in the advancement of botany and pharmacology. It was instrumental in introducing several economically significant plants, such as sunflowers and potatoes, to Italy. Prospero Alpini, the garden’s director in the early 17th century, was the first European to provide a comprehensive description of the coffee plant and its medicinal properties. This garden stands as a testament to the invaluable contributions of botany and botanical research to science and society.

Visitng Orto Botanico: November – March 10am-5pm. April – September 10am-7pm. Adults €10 https://www.ortobotanicopd.it/en/tickets-and-subscriptions

Piazza del Santo & Equestrian Statue of Gattamelata

Piazza Del Santo Padova

Head back to the entrance of the gardens. After crossing the small bridge, turn off Via Donatello and walk up Via Orto Botanico until you reach the Piazza del Santo.

One of the main reasons for visiting the Piazza del Santo is it see the Equestrian Statue of Gattamelata. It is one of the most famous statues in Italy, made by Donatello in 1446, it represents Erasmo da Narni, who was a soldier fighting for the church and for the Venetian Republic. His nickname was Gattamelata. It was the first equestrian statue of this size since antiquity and was commissioned by the soldier’s wife and son. The house in which Donatello lived during his time in Padua is located opposite the Basilica.

Basilica of Sant’Antonio

Basilica Di Sant Antonio

Padua is affectionately known as the City of the Saint due to the deep and heartfelt devotion of its locals to St. Anthony. The term “Il Santo” is used by the citizens of Padua to refer both to the Saint himself and to the exquisite basilica that enshrines his relics.

Originally constructed between 1232 and 1310, with subsequent modifications over the centuries, the Basilica of St. Anthony stands as Padua’s most significant religious landmark. Annually, it welcomes five million pilgrims. This basilica is a must-visit, showcasing a harmonious blend of architectural styles, magnificent frescoes, numerous chapels holding precious relics, and a wealth of masterpieces.

Key highlights within the basilica include:

  • Chapel of St. Anthony: A splendid Renaissance masterpiece where visitors come to offer their prayers before the Saint’s tomb.
  • Chapel of the Relics (Treasury Chapel): Here, you can behold the Incorrupt Tongue of St. Anthony, along with numerous other revered relics. The meticulous craftsmanship and artistry evident in the design and creation of the reliquaries, chalices, and religious artifacts preserved here are truly breathtaking.
  • Presbytery and Main Altar: This area is a magnificently frescoed and ornamented space, adorned with 15th-century statues and bas-reliefs by the renowned artist Donatello. These are among the most prized artistic treasures within the Basilica.
  • Cloisters: These cloisters are not only beautifully maintained but also house fragments of preserved frescoes, providing a glimpse into the basilica’s rich history.
  • Museums of the Basilica: These museums offer an opportunity to delve deeper into the life and work of St. Anthony and to admire a collection of artworks owned by the Basilica.
  • Oratory of St. George and School of the Saint: Two small buildings adjacent to the main body of the Basilica. The first hosts one of the most precious 14th-century fresco cycles. The second features a series of frescoes by Titian and other renowned local painters.

Information for Visiting Anthonian Museum, Oratory of St George & Little School:  Open Tuesday to Sunday 9.00 to 13.00 and 14.00 to 18.00, Adult Ticket €7 https://www.santantonio.org/en/content/times-and-single-ticket-various-museums-shrine

MUSME - Museum of the History of Medicine

MUSME Museum Of The History Of Medicine

From the square head away from the Equestrian statue of Gattamelata up the Via del Santo. At the end when you reach Via S. Francesco turn right to see the MUSME – Museo di Storia della or left to see the MUSME – Museo di Storia della or right to reach the Palazzo Bo.

MUSME is a collection of exhibits that describe the history of medicine. Since the University of Padua houses one of the oldest medical schools in the world, it is fitting for this museum to be located in the historic center of Padua, within walking distance of the medical school. Exhibits explain gross anatomy, the development of pharmacology, surgery and also focus on the evolution of medical education.

Palazzo Bo,Padua

Come out of the building and turn right onto Via S. Francesco. You will pass Piazza Antenore which has the Tomb of Anthenor. This is a historical medieval tomb, falsely attributed to the mythical founder of Padua, more probably the remains of a Hungarian warrior and not the Trio prince.

Opposite this is the Palazzo Romanin Jacur. A 14century palace that Dante lived in Padua during his exile.

At the end of the piazza is the location of the Ponte San Lorenzo, the remains of a segmental stone bridge with 3 arches, built by the Romans from 47—30 BCE. Unfortunately now inaccessible and not visible from the street.

At the next block turn north onto Via VIII Febbraio to reach Palazzo Bo.

Take a guided tour of the University of Padova, one of the oldest in Europe, where Galileo taught for a dozen years, and which awarded the first Ph.D. in the world to a woman in the 17th century). It is a fabulous renaissance building and tiered courtyard that housed the main campus of the University of Padua’s medical school for centuries. As such, it is decorated to the hilt with the family crests of all the illustrious teachers and alumni who have walked these old stone floors.

Look out for the lectern where Galileo taught!

Cafe Pedrocchi

Caffe Pedrocchi

Carry on north on Via VIII Febbraio to reach Piazzetta Cappellato Pedrocchi, or to skip it take first left to go straight up Via Guglielmo Oberdan another bloack to see Pedrocchi Café.

Walk past the historic Pedrocchi Café. Known for its part in the 1848 riots against the Habsburg monarchy, as well as for being an attraction for artists over the last century from the French novelist Stendhal to Lord Byron to the Italian writer Dario Fo. Pricing is as you would expect for a historic building.

The Roman Arena and the Arena Gardens

Roman Arena Of Padua

Head north out of Piazza Cavour, one of the main squares, dedicated to Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, one of the most important Italian politic leaders at the time of of early Italian independence wars and first Prime Ministero of Italian Kingdom in 19th century. Continue past Piazza Garibaldi, leaving it to walk along Corso Guiseppe Garibaldi. You will see the Roman Arena on your right and the The Palazzo Zuckermann Museum on your left.

The Roman Arena of Padua was an amphitheatre used for gladiator games in the ancient Patavium. The Arena ruins are now part of the Giardini dell’Arena park. Today, only a few ruins remain part of the bearing walls and a series of arches. The remains of the Arena have recently undergone a cleaning and restoration process. In parallel, an excavation project is also underway to bring to light the original structures of the Arena, floors and foundations, buried over the centuries by numerous stratifications and subsequent building works.

Palazzo Zuckermann

Palazzo Zuckermann

The palazzo is home to the Museum of Applied and Decorative Arts, with over two thousand exhibits that might be called the hidden patrimony of the Padua City Museums. It also houses the Museo Bottacin, which has a rich collection of medals and coins. The neoclassical facade of the building has elements influenced by the Liberty style – the Italian version of Art Nouveau.

Chiesa degli Eremitani

Padua Chiesa Degli Eremitani

The Church of the Eremitani (Chiesa degli Eremitani) is a 13th-century Gothic-style church known for its rich collection of artworks. Tragically, during the Second World War, the church suffered damage when it was mistakenly bombed by the Allied Forces. It is said that the proximity of the German headquarters in Padua to the church led to this unfortunate incident. Despite being on the ‘do not bomb’ list of cultural heritage sites, it became a casualty of war.

The most severe damage was inflicted on the church’s Ovetari Chapel, which had been adorned with frescoes by a group of renowned Renaissance artists in the 15th century. Among these artists, Andrea Mantegna’s name shines brightly. Mantegna had a unique approach to painting, which resembled the work of a sculptor wielding a paintbrush. His skill in depicting finely sculpted bodies, expressive faces, and intricate architectural backgrounds has garnered admiration for centuries. Many of his paintings now grace famous museums and galleries worldwide.

When the bombs struck the Church of the Eremitani on March 11, 1944, Mantegna’s frescoes crumbled into a staggering 88,000 fragments. This incident represented Italy’s most devastating art loss during the war. Only many decades later, thanks to advanced software, were the frescoes meticulously reconstructed, resembling a massive jigsaw puzzle with numerous missing pieces. Observing the restored frescoes in person brings to light the truly devastating impact of war on cultural treasures.

Musei Civici di Padova

Musei Civici Di Padova

Walk anti clockwise around the arena and you will come to the Musei Civici di Padova.

Part of the Eremitani Civic Museums complex, the palazzo houses the Museum of Applied and Decorative Arts and the Bottacin Museum in its rooms. The museum complex is headquartered in Piazza Eremitani, in the cloisters of the former Augustinian monastery adjacent to the Church of the Eremitani. But the Eremitani Civic Museums encompasses a series of monumental sites and various museums located in different buildings in Padua, showcasing an expansive collection ranging from archaeological objects to medieval and modern art.

Cappella degli Scrovegni

Padova Cappella Degli Scrovegni Innen Langhaus West

Cone out of the Musei Civici di Padova and turn left you will see the Cappella degli Scrovegni backing onto the Roman Arena.

The Scrovegni Chapel, located in Padua, was adorned with an array of magnificent frescoes by the renowned artist Giotto in the early years of the 14th century. This remarkable transformation of the chapel was commissioned by the local moneylender, Enrico Scrovegni.

Giotto’s position as one of the most significant painters in history is indisputable, as he played a pivotal role in redefining the boundaries of pictorial expression. His influence on the art world is immeasurable, casting a long and enduring shadow across the annals of art history. To discuss the history of art without acknowledging the profound impact and enduring legacy of Giotto would be incomplete.

Among Giotto’s many masterpieces, the fresco cycle in Padua’s Scrovegni Chapel stands as his crowning achievement. This breathtaking work of art is a testament to his unparalleled talent and artistic vision, and it remains a cherished treasure for all who have the privilege of experiencing it.

Ponte Molino

Ponte Molino, Padua, Italy

Cross back over Corso Guiseppe Garibaldi and walk along Via Giotto. Turn third left down Via del Carmine and when you get to the end turn left to get to Ponte Molino.

Ponte Molino is an ancient Roman bridge featuring five graceful arches. Its construction dates back to the years 30-40 AD, and it offers enchanting vistas of the Bacchiglione River. This bridge is among the few surviving Roman bridges in Padua and a rare example of an ancient bridge designed for the passage of both pedestrians and vehicles.

The bridge earned its current name, “Molino,” due to the presence of floating watermills operating adjacent to it from the 10th century until the late 19th century.

The road that traverses this bridge was historically Padua’s most important street, known as “Stra’ Maggiore.” It was watched over by the Torre di Ezzelino, an imposing tower constructed by a famous medieval tyrant. While the tower can still be seen at the far end of the bridge, your attention may also be captivated by another significant structure that stands beside Ponte Molino – the renowned Porta Molino.

Porta Molino, a substantial gate, was erected in the 13th century and formerly served as the most critical gate in Padua’s medieval defensive walls. Local legend has it that the gate’s height was such that Galileo Galilei used it as an observatory for his celestial observations.

Piazza dei Signori & Torre dell'Orologio

Padova Piazza Dei Signori Torre Dell’Orologio

Walk across Ponte Molino and down Via Dante Alighieri. When you reach Piazza dei Signori you will see the Torre dell’Orologio on your right.

The Torre dell’Orologio is a clock tower situated in Piazza Dei Signori, nestled between the Palazzo del Capitanio and the Palazzo dei Camerlenghi in Padua, Italy. It is also known as the astronomical clock of Padua. The tower’s construction commenced in 1426 and was completed around 1430. The tower was commissioned by Prince Ubertino de Carrara, a member of the Carrara clan in Padua, who served as the Lord of Padua from 1338 to 1345. Subsequently, it was expanded to accommodate the new clock, which was crafted in 1427. The clock itself was finished in 1434. In 1436, decorative elements were added to the clock’s dial, and a year later, the clock tower was inaugurated. At the tower’s base, the grand triumphal arch, designed by Giovanni Maria Falconetto, was incorporated in 1531.

The clock’s design and construction were overseen by Giovanni Dondi dell’Orologio, also known as Giovanni de’ Dondi, an Italian physician, astronomer, and mechanical engineer. Gian Petro Dalle Caldiere provided assistance during the process. The clock’s design features references to the zodiac. However, the original clock did not include the Libra sign, as in the pre-Roman system, Scorpio and Libra were considered one zodiac sign.

The clock’s dial portrays the Earth at its centre, displaying the phases of the Moon, days, months, and the zodiac signs. Today, the clock is accessible to the public, with a group of volunteers known as Salvalarte ensuring that such sites remain open for public enjoyment. This group is affiliated with a nationwide environmental association.

Duomo di Padova

Duomo (Padua) Facade

Walk past the Torre dell’Orologio along Via Monte di Pietà until you reach the Piazza Duomo.

Although the interior of the Duomo is quite simple, it is worth to visit this beautiful renaissance style church.  There is separate entry to the baptistry so you do not need to go in via the cathedral, which costs 3 euros. The 12 century baptistry of the Duomo contains one of the most complete medieval fresco cycles to survive in Italy.

Palazzo della Ragione

Exterior Of Palazzo Della Ragione (Padua)

Either return to the Piazza dei Signori and walk past the Chiesa di San Clemente or walk down Via Daniele Manin to reach the Palazzo della Ragione.

It is worth visiting Palazzo Della Ragione and you should make time to go inside to see the frescoes. It is a stunning medieval town hall that was built in the 13th century. There are three floors, the underground has Roman ruins but is not always accessible to the public. Secondly, the ground floor is a wonderful place to get something to eat because it is full of cafes and then finally the top floor is where you will find the frescoes.

Head south down Via Roma to return to Prato della Valle.

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Saturday sees the first Monument race of the pro cycling season as the world's best riders hit the roads of northwest Italy to take on the Milan-San Remo. 

This year marks the 115th running of La Classica Primavera. Last year's event saw real drama, when Dutch cyclist Mathieu van der Poel won the race with a late solo attack, 62 years after his grandfather had pulled off the same feat.

Van Der Poel is back to defend his title, but is set to face stiff competition from the likes of race favorite and recent Strade Bianche winner Tadej Pogačar.

Below, we'll outline the best  live TV streaming services  to use to watch the the Milan-San Remo live wherever you are in the world.

A large group of cyclists competing in the Milan-San Remo race, riding along a picturesque coastal road.

At 185.2 miles in total distance, the Milan-San Remo is the longest professional one-day race in modern cycling. 

Milan-San Remo 2024: Where and when is it?

The 2024 Milan-San Remo takes place on Saturday, March 16, and starts at 9 a.m. local time in Italy, which is 9 a.m. GMT in the UK, 5 a.m. ET or 2 a.m. PT in the US and 8 p.m. AEDT in Australia .

A full schedule for this year's event can be found further down.

How to watch the Milan-San Remo 2024 online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view the race locally, you may need a different way to watch -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins. 

With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to what you want to watch. If your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like our  Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN , make it really easy to do this. 

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. 

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Best VPN for streaming

ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, and you can sign up for ExpressVPN and save 35% -- the equivalent of $8.32 a month -- if you get an annual subscription. 

Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Livestream Milan-San Remo 2024 in the US

US cycling fans can watch all the action live via B/R Sports on Max. Coverage begins at 4:30 a.m. ET (1:30 a.m. PT), half an hour before the race starts. 

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Live sports on Max will soon require the $10-per-month  B/R Sports  add-on, but the great news is that for a limited time only, it's available to use for free. Warner Bros. Discovery is  delaying charging customers  for the add-on option until sometime later this year.

That means you'll only have to pay the $10 per month fee for Max to watch this year's race. 

Read our Max review .

Livestream Milan-San Remo 2024 in the UK 

Viewers in the UK will need to subscribe to Eurosport or the streaming service Discovery Plus to watch the 2024 Milan-San Remo live.

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Discovery Plus

Carries the 2024 milan-san remo live in the uk.

A subscription to Discovery Plus in the UK costs £7 per month or £60 for the year.

The service is available on a wide array of devices, and also includes access to all Eurosport TV channels.

Stream Milan-San Remo 2024 in Australia for free

It's good news for cycling fans Down Under, with the 2024 Milan-San Remo set to be broadcast for free in Australia on SBS .

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Carries the 2024 Milan-San Remo in Australia

Viewers can livestream Milan-San Remo coverage on the free-to-use SBS On Demand service.

The platform has dedicated apps for Android and iOS, and you can also access the service on Android TV, Amazon Fire TV stick, Apple TV and most smart TVs.

Stream Milan-San Remo 2024 in Canada

Dedicated cycling streaming service FloBikes is the place to watch live coverage of this year's race in Canada.

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Watch Milan–San Remo 2024 in Canada

A subscription to FloBikes currently costs $150 per year (roughly CA$190), which works out at $12.50 per month (roughly CA$16). The service has dedicated apps for Android and Apple devices.

Quick tips for streaming Milan-San Remo 2024 using a VPN 

  • With four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming the Milan-San Remo live may vary.
  • If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.
  • If you're having trouble after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
  • All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location. 
  • And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend  Brave .

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