Your journey begins the very moment you land at Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Located in the beating heart of Orio al Serio, our starting point welcomes the modern cycle tourist exactly where the world touches down. We have eliminated the distance: no waiting for transfers or logistical shifts; your bike is ready and waiting just steps from the terminal. The premium cycle tourism we offer transforms the airport from a mere transit point into a premier gateway to discovering our region.
This route blends the experience of cycle tourism with the discovery of one of the Bergamo area’s most precious oenological treasures. The tour leads participants to Scanzorosciate, in the heart of the hills overlooking the Bergamo province, a landscape defined by historic vineyards, open views over the plains, and a winemaking tradition rooted in centuries of history.
The journey sets off from the Grassobbio area, initially developing along the cycle paths of the plains. Pedaling northward, you reach Seriate, a key transition point between the lowlands and the provincial hills. From here, the trail continues through the towns of Gorle and Pedrengo, where the landscape gradually begins to shift: the flat terrain gives way to the first rolling hills, and the urban environment alternates with greener, more open vistas.
Upon entering the Scanzorosciate territory, the route progressively immerses itself in the hills that have made this area world-famous for wine production. Vineyards begin to shape the landscape, escorting cyclists toward the hamlet of Negrone, the historic heart of the celebrated Moscato di Scanzo production.
The central and most anticipated highlight of the itinerary is a visit to the Martinelli Winery, an estate of excellence deeply connected to the land and its agricultural identity. The winery sits in a striking position among the Scanzorosciate hills, in a landscape that perfectly reflects the area’s history and centuries-old viticultural vocation.
Here, hospitality takes the form of the "Traditional" Tasting, a sensory journey designed to celebrate the authentic flavors of the Bergamo region: a tasting of three selected glasses from the Martinelli production, including the iconic Passito, the winery's flagship and a symbol of the Scanzo district. The wine will be paired with a classic board of "KM 0" cold cuts and cheeses, carefully selected from small local producers to ensure freshness and quality. The tasting is completed with fragrant bakery products that enhance every sip in a perfect balance of flavors.
This stop is more than just a gastronomic break; it is a true encounter with the agricultural soul of Scanzorosciate, where the Martinelli family’s passion transforms every sip into a story of tradition and quality.
Here, guests can get an up-close look at the production of Moscato di Scanzo, one of Italy’s rarest and most prestigious wines. This passito, produced exclusively in the Scanzorosciate territory, represents a true pinnacle of the Bergamo winemaking tradition, recognized and protected as a unique designation worldwide.
During the visit, the characteristics of this extraordinary wine will be shared:
• the cultivation of grapes on the Scanzo hills
• the drying and winemaking methods
• the history of a production that has defined the region for centuries.
The experience concludes with a tasting moment where guests can savor Moscato di Scanzo right where it is born, immersed in a landscape that stands as one of the most authentic expressions of the Bergamo province’s agricultural culture.
A journey that combines sport, scenery, and tradition, allowing you to discover one of the most important symbols of Bergamo's food and wine heritage.
Why choose this tour?
This route represents a complete experience that unites cycle tourism, landscape, and food and wine culture, allowing you to discover a territory that evolves gradually from the plains to the wine hills. Pedaling through Grassobbio, Seriate, and Scanzorosciate, the scenery progresses from the cycle paths of the plains to the first hillside elevations, finally reaching the characteristic vineyards of the Negrone area.
The itinerary is designed to offer:
• An accessible and panoramic cycling route
• The discovery of an authentic part of the Bergamo province
• A direct encounter with local winemaking traditions
• A visit to the historic Martinelli Winery
The result is an experience that combines sport, scenery, and wine culture, allowing you to experience the region in an active and engaging way.
Moscato di Scanzo: A wine unique in the world
The hills of Scanzorosciate are the only place in the world where Moscato di Scanzo is produced, one of Italy’s rarest and most precious dessert wines. This wine is born from an indigenous grape variety grown in a very limited area of sun-drenched hills, where the soil and microclimate create ideal conditions for ripening. After the harvest, the grapes are left to dry naturally to concentrate their aromas and sugars, resulting in an intense, elegant wine rich in fragrance.
Production is extremely limited and deeply tied to the land: for this reason, Moscato di Scanzo represents one of the most significant symbols of the Bergamo winemaking tradition. During the visit to the Martinelli Winery, participants will discover the history of this extraordinary wine, learn about the work performed in the vineyards, and enjoy a tasting moment immersed in the landscape.