| The Caldera National Monument, home of Mania, the Etruscan god of the Underworld. |
Tolfa in the distance.
The castle and church overlooking Tolfa. It was a long climb, late in the day, but well worth it.
Day 3 - Biking to Tolfa
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The first day of our bike tour saw us leaving Bracciano for a beautiful ride through
the Lazio country side, and into the Maremma. We rode on mostly deserted
roads, with only a steady rain for company. Near the end of the day we stopped
at some wonderful natural hot springs, and then charged up the long hill to Tolfa!
the Lazio country side, and into the Maremma. We rode on mostly deserted
roads, with only a steady rain for company. Near the end of the day we stopped
at some wonderful natural hot springs, and then charged up the long hill to Tolfa!
| Here we are at the Hotel Villa Maria, ready to set out. Notice Vanessa's "What Have I gotten myself into?" expression. |
| Off she goes! Vanessa starting out for Tolfa. |
| Various sights on the road to Tolfa...including a Mexican Standoff with a Maremma Cow. |
| Lunch. |
The Bagnorello Hot Springs...perfect on a cold,
wet day. But beware the coming climb!
wet day. But beware the coming climb!
