Sport on holiday
Romagna is the land of the magical Pantani, on whose hills thousands of cyclists have been
competing in the Granfondo Nine Hills race for almost 50 years. People from Romagna have
cycling in their blood, and the most enthusiastic tourist cyclists love this region precisely
because it is charged with a passion for two wheels.
Within a range of 40km, amateur and professional cyclists have the opportunity to put
themselves to the test, training and having fun in the stunning setting of a landscape where
the plain briefly leaves space for the Romagnola hill. The streets offer itineraries that are
PERFECT FOR ALL KINDS OF SPORTS, but also for those who wish to pursue different passions,
such as enogastronomy, history and culture, or simply nature.
On the seat of a racing bike or a mountain bike, from Cesenatico it is possible to reach
various INTERESTING DESTINATIONS, such as the nearby pine forests of Zadina and Pinarella,
the spectacular Cervia salt mine, or the Foce del Bevano national reserve towards the
Ravenna.
Novecolli between history and paths
In Romagna, between fairytale scenarios and the usual hospitality, a race that puts any
athlete to the test, even the most prepared, but that undoubtedly gives unforgettable
emotions.
The first Nove Colli was born from a group of friends and a great passion, it was May 19th at
5 am and the pioneers of that adventure were only 17. The start? From the historic location
of the Bar del Corso, then home of the association. The story begins! The nine hills today is
divided into two different routes for two levels of difficulty, the 205km and the 130km with
a maximum gradient of 18% on the legendary Barbotto.
Route: It starts from the canal port of Cesenatico covering the first 28 km with very high
averages (over 40Km/h) taking advantage of the trails of the other cyclists, arriving at the
first climb, the one to Bertinoro. And then on to the legendary nine hills.
Many related events were born, such as the Nove Colli Running and the Mini Grandfondo
dedicated to children. Come and discover the pleasure of being immersed in the nature and
landscapes of Romagna, challenging yourself to reach the finish line.
Facilities for cyclists
DOLCI HOTELS are, first and foremost, SPORTING ESTABLISHMENTS, for everyone who loves
open-air activities and active holidays in general. Here, you can experience a sporty
holiday with all the facilities and comforts of an all-inclusive hotel.
Among the MOST UNIQUE FEATURES are the hotel gym, the possibility of booking personal
massages, and transport to and from the airport with included bike. And if you have
planned trips and excursions, the hotel can offer you a "Ready-to-Go" box, with fruit
and water to consume during your excursion or an "After-Trip" snack to revive yourself
once you return to the hotel.
Gym- Bike deposit
- hearty breakfast
- Pool
- Guided tours
- Beach service
- Laundry
- After-Trip snack
- Massage booking
"At the Table with Sport" menu
The Sportsman's Breakfast:
Rich international buffet: inviting sweet and savoury dishes, brioches and bacon with eggs,
fresh seasonal fruits and hot drinks. Milk, cappuccino, espresso and americano. The right mix
of ingredients for facing every activity with the right amount of energy.
Carbo-Lunch:
Every day a rich buffet of pasta with a meat or vegetarian sauce. Vegetables are always
available on the buffet - indispensable for the right dose of vitamins. We love to use fresh
and seasonal ingredients for our recipes, and give you a treat at the end of the meal with a
generous desert portion.
The Sportsman's Dinner:
A menu that includes several courses with a selection of meat and fish specialities, both for
the first courses as well as the second courses.
Not just cycling...
The perfect gym for your fitness.
In Dolci Hotels, you can remain in shape without noticing it, with a swim in a pool followed
by a work-out in the gym. The SEMI-OLYMPIC POOL is equipped with evening lighting, for
training that knows no timetable. The GYM offers every kind of equipment: weights,
micro-weights, bench, exercise bikes and cardio-fitness machines. Maintaining your level of
training will be very easy, and you will return home more in shape than when you left!
In our fantastic park-pool we have also found space for fun, thanks to a tennis court and
five-aside pitch, which are also illuminated for evening competitions.
The TENNIS COURT can host singles and doubles and you will have no need of equipment, as we
can provide everything you need.
The FIVE-ASIDE PITCH, used frequently by groups, often hosts daily tournaments organised by
the hotel, based on the requests of guests.