Da Acuto a Fiuggi

Stage

The last stretch of the route continues along the cycling path of the former railway towards the famous spa town of Fiuggi. After leaving the medieval village of Acuto, the path descends gently through countryside dotted with vineyards and olive groves. The landscape gradually changes: the Ernici Mountains come closer and more imposing, while the profile of Fiuggi begins to emerge, developed on two levels - the ancient village perched on the hill (Fiuggi Città at 747 m) and the modern spa area below (Fiuggi Fonte at 621 m). The cycling path ends abruptly on Via Prenestina at the entrance to Fiuggi Fonte. Here, one must pay attention to traffic and cross to the opposite roadway to enter the populated area. The spa area is characterized by early 20th-century Liberty architecture, historic hotels, and the famous Parco delle Fonti with its fountains of oligomineral water flowing directly from the spring.

For pilgrims wishing to visit the characteristic medieval village, a stop at Fiuggi Città is recommended: a steep walk of about 2 km (or a ride in the local shuttle) leads to the historic center, where cobblestone alleys, hidden squares, and urban art murals tell the millenary history of what was once called Anticoli. From Piazza Trento e Trieste, dominated by the majestic Grand Hotel-Teatro Comunale in Liberty style, one can enjoy a magnificent view of the underlying valley.

Distance: ~7 km • Elevation Gain: +150m / -250m • Time: 1h 45min - 2h

Wineries and Restaurants in Acuto

Terre del Cesanese http://terredelcesanese.it/

Terre del Cesanese Viale Roma 36 - Acuto (FR) 03010 - info@iadicicco.it - Tel. 327 078 3659 - Federico Iadicicco cell. 3454375793 The characteristic of the Winery, part of Terre del Cesanese, in addition to its production based right in the center of Acuto, is the historical research into the cultivation of vines since the time of the Romans, then the Popes, and the Benedictines up to modern winemaking techniques.

AVAILABLE FOR WINE TOURS AND VINEYARD VISITS BY RESERVATION (minimum 10 people)

Terre Antiche http://www.terreantiche.srl/

Via Forzano 12 - 03010 Acuto (FR) - info@terreantiche.srl - Tel. 328 29 98 397 - Ambrogio Laugeni - cell. 3287312521 A winery in the Acuto area part of Terre del Cesanese, embracing the spirit of a group of local entrepreneurs who have chosen to recover old family vineyards and regenerate them, reclaiming their ancient history.

AVAILABLE FOR WINE TOURS AND VINEYARD VISITS BY RESERVATION

Casale della Ioria http://casaledellaioria.com

Paolo Perinelli cell. 3356403079 The winery was created to enhance indigenous grape varieties such as Cesanese di Affile, which has found a welcoming home in the Ciociaria area thanks to the clay and volcanic soils at 400 meters elevation. The cultivation techniques are environmentally friendly, the harvest is manual, and the processing is artisanal and simple, allowing for the production of wines with authentic flavors, perfect representatives of the tradition and territory from which they come.

Ristorante Colline Ciociare http://visitacuto.it/dormire-e-mangiare/ristorante-colline-ciociare/

Michelin Guide Review "About sixty kilometers from the capital, along a road that winds through numerous curves in the last stretch, to reach here one must certainly have heard about the delicacies that Salvatore Tassa serves at the table. The tasting menu offers a choice of 5 or 7 courses, with endless creativity: from the tradition balancing Lazio and great Italian classics to the boldest combinations. Just a few dishes are enough to reveal the universe of this chef-poet, far from every trend and definition, who favors vegetables and employs interesting cold extraction techniques, as in the celery root reduction. In the modern NU' Trattoria Italiana since 1960, tradition and homage to the chef's historic recipes reign supreme." Location: via Prenestina 27 03010 Acuto Salvatore Tassa Cell. 3333617664

Il Locandiere de core e de panza http://visitacuto.it/dormire-e-mangiare/ristorante-il-locandiere-de-core-e-de-panza/

Address: via Anticolana km.16 03010 Acuto (FR). The restaurant won the second episode of “4 ristoranti” hosted by Alessandro Borghese, which made a stop in Ciociaria and won the Heinz Beck award in the world championship held in Parma from April 5 to 7 last year with a dish made from gnocchetti with Fiuggi water and flour paired with Cesanese del Piglio. The restaurant is managed by Valerio Ricciardi cell. 3477989603 – 0775.515628.

Saporita http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576465235756#

Address: Via Vittorio Emanuele 37 , Acuto, Italy - Cell. 338 345 2737 - beatricelongobi@gmail.com In the historic center of Acuto, a cozy corner where you can enjoy platters and first courses.

Il Frantoio

The restaurant is located in Acuto, at Via Vittorio Veneto 4. For reservations, the mobile number is: +39 340 663 8228 It is open for lunch and dinner. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Be aware that the sautéed chicory comes from the fields around. Dario, the owner, tells that a local lady brings him what she gathers, and he sets it aside for the diners. The wine you can enjoy partly comes from the vineyards he owns. Also, the olive oil is his, provided the season is favorable.