And here we are again Romefor the final stage of the Giro d’Italia number 107. The last stage is divided into two parts: approach, from the start in Rome-EUR, until the first crossing of the finish line, reaching the coast and then Ostia, then returning to the starting area and then the final circuit (8 laps) within the capital.
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The 9.5 km circuit develops entirely along the city streets (wide and sometimes with some traffic islands). Short undulations alternate with long straights connected by sometimes challenging bends. The road surface is mainly asphalted with some short sections of pavé (“sanpietrini”). In total the stage measures 125 km.
THE ITALY OF THE GIRO
For the second consecutive year, Rome hosts the grand finale of the Giro d’Italia. It will be a great celebration and, probably, it will be a quick one. Before running under the stage to applaud the winners, you let yourself be pleasantly overwhelmed by the beauties of the Capital. Which are many, many. Difficult to choose where to start.
The Colosseum he is the superstar of archaeological Rome, you can’t help but get to know him before going to the Imperial Forums a unique architectural complex in the world composed of a series of monumental buildings and squares, the center of political activity in ancient Rome, built over a period of approximately 150 years, between 46 BC and 113 AD
Just next are the Caracalla’s thermal baths, one of the largest and best preserved thermal complexes of antiquity, built on the Small Aventine between 212 and 216 AD, in an area adjacent to the initial stretch of the Via Appia. Due to the importance of its monuments, the latter was already defined as Regina Viarum in ancient times. You can travel along it on foot or by bike, admiring some of the most notable monuments of Ancient Rome including the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, the catacombs of San Callisto, San Sebastiano and Domitilla, the Villa dei Quintili and the circular tomb of Casal Rotondo.
Less known, but of great importance, is the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica, the second largest in Italy (after Pompeii), which is located near the circuit that the runners will follow. This could be the ideal destination for those who want to discover an artistic pearl and at the same time watch the race pass without immersing themselves in the city tourbillon.
Naturally, it is impossible to miss a visit to the Basilica of Saint Peter, the religious heart of the city, and the adjacent ones Vatican Museums cwith their priceless collection of artistic treasures and, above all, The Sistine Chapel. And how can we forget Castel Sant’Angelo, one of the most famous and visited monuments in Rome, also grazed by runners? From its terraces or from the openings located along the external walkways you can enjoy one of the most evocative views of the city.
Cycling enthusiasts will also stop at large mural, created for the occasion, dedicated to the Giro near the Conca d’Oro metro station. A novelty that will not fail to amaze. Just as it will be pleasant to go to Piazza di Spagna after sunset to admire the spectacle of the pink-coloured Trinità dei Monti steps and the Barcaccia fountain.
It will also take place today the Family Ride, a non-competitive ride to do with family and friends through the streets of the historic center in the morning, before the start of the last stage of the Corsa Rosa. The route starts from via San Gregorio, right under the arrival arch of the Giro stage, and measures just six kilometres. Therefore within everyone’s reach.
