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bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape” is born: 
elite cycling tourism experiences with the Giro d’Italia champion and RAI technical commentator for major international cycling events.

Varese, 26 May 2025 – In 2025, the year in which Stefano Garzelli's victory at the Giro d'Italia occurs 25 years ago, a new and prestigious initiative is born in the world of cycling tourism: bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape”.

A project signed by bike4bliss  by Giovanni Martinelli, project manager of important initiatives in the field of cycling tourism, active in the creation of services and destinations as well as organizer of cycling experiences.


The collaboration with Stefano Garzelli, winner of the Giro d'Italia 2000, and today esteemed RAI technical commentator for the great classics and grand tours, represents further confirmation of the desire to create something important in this historical moment of strong interest and development of cycling tourism.

These will be exclusive but also accessible experiences that will combine sport, wellness and travel, aimed at those who want to experience cycling in an authentic way, in breathtaking places and with the guidance of true champions.


Three debut destinations are planned for 2025:

  • October – French Riviera (France)
    Panoramic routes between sea and hills, based in Menton in dedicated facilities. An autumn escape with spring-summer climate between legendary climbs and moments of relaxation.
  • Terre dei Laghi (Varese, Italy)
    The homeland of Garzelli: an itinerary in the cycling heart of Lombardy, among lakes, valleys, culture and unique panoramas.
  • Alicante (Spain) - stay tunes

       Winter training in a mild climate, on roads loved by professionals. Garzelli will accompany participants
       between sporting challenges and the pleasure of travel.


ALL DESTINATION

CYCLING TOURISM SISTEM

GIOVANNI MARTINELLI

"I have created a system for the development of cycle tourism in Italy. A widespread system of integrated offers and services that promote itineraries and initiatives for slow tourism: bike hotels, affiliated points, charging stations, signage, videos and photos, promotion, participation in fairs, event organization.


I am the
Project Manager of important initiatives for the development of cycling tourism in the province of Varese and in Lombardy's Ticino Park, the largest river park in Europe. I coordinate two groups for a total of 40 guides.

If you want to implement a project of this type in your area, call me. With my team of professionals we will study together the best implementation plan.

Thanks to a certified staff and selected guides I organize also unforgettable
TOURS and HOLIDAYS as well as unique TEAM BUILDING and school activities.


bike4bliss - Blog News

by Giovanni Martinelli 28 May 2025
Nasce bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape”: esperienze di cicloturismo d’élite con il campione del Giro d’Italia e commentatore tecnico RAI per i grandi eventi ciclistici internazionali. Varese, 26 maggio 2025 – Nel 2025, anno in cui ricorre il 25° anniversario della vittoria di Stefano Garzelli al Giro d’Italia , nasce una nuova e prestigiosa iniziativa nel mondo del cicloturismo: bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape” . Un progetto firmato bike4bliss di Giovanni Martinelli , project manager di importanti iniziative nell’ambito del cicloturismo, attivo nella creazione di servizi e destinazioni nonché organizzatore di esperienze in bicicletta. La collaborazione con Stefano Garzelli , vincitore del Giro d’Italia 2000, e oggi stimato commentatore tecnico RAI per le grandi classiche e i grandi giri, rappresenta un’ulteriore conferma della voglia di creare qualcosa di importante in questo momento storico di forte interesse e sviluppo del cicloturismo. Queste saranno esperienze esclusive ma anche alla portata di tutti che uniranno sport, benessere e viaggio, rivolte a chi desidera vivere la bicicletta in modo autentico, in luoghi mozzafiato e con la guida di veri campioni. Tre le destinazioni d'esordio previste per il 2025: Ottobre – Costa Azzurra (Francia) Percorsi panoramici tra mare e colline, con base a Menton in strutture dedicate. Una fuga d’autunno con clima primaverile-estivo tra salite leggendarie e momenti di relax. Novembre – Terre dei Laghi (Varese, Italia) La patria di Garzelli: un itinerario nel cuore ciclistico della Lombardia, tra laghi, vallate, cultura e panorami unici. Dicembre – Alicante (Spagna) Allenamenti invernali in clima mite, su strade amate dai professionisti. Garzelli accompagnerà i partecipanti tra sfide sportive e piacere del viaggio. Continua a leggere... ________________________________________________________________ bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape” is born: elite cycling tourism experiences with the Giro d’Italia champion and RAI technical commentator for major international cycling events. Varese, 26 May 2025 – In 2025, the year in which Stefano Garzelli's victory at the Giro d'Italia occurs 25 years ago , a new and prestigious initiative is born in the world of cycling tourism: bike4bliss “Stefano Garzelli Cycling Escape ”. A project signed by bike4bliss by Giovanni Martinelli , project manager of important initiatives in the field of cycling tourism, active in the creation of services and destinations as well as organizer of cycling experiences. The collaboration with Stefano Garzelli , winner of the Giro d'Italia 2000, and today esteemed RAI technical commentator for the great classics and grand tours, represents further confirmation of the desire to create something important in this historical moment of strong interest and development of cycling tourism. These will be exclusive but also accessible experiences that will combine sport, wellness and travel, aimed at those who want to experience cycling in an authentic way, in breathtaking places and with the guidance of true champions. Three debut destinations are planned for 2025: October – French Riviera (France) Panoramic routes between sea and hills, based in Menton in dedicated facilities. An autumn escape with spring-summer climate between legendary climbs and moments of relaxation. November – Terre dei Laghi (Varese, Italy) The homeland of Garzelli: an itinerary in the cycling heart of Lombardy, among lakes, valleys, culture and unique panoramas. December – Alicante (Spain) Winter training in a mild climate, on roads loved by professionals. Garzelli will accompany participants between sporting challenges and the pleasure of travel. Continue reading...
by Giovanni Martinelli 20 May 2025
A little trip on Lake Como In this tour we will touch the most suggestive places and the most famous villages such as Menaggio, Varenna and Bellagio. The ascent to Ghisallo will be unprecedented in a side valley that will reserve some nice surprises. Return from Bellagio to Menaggio by ferry. PER INFO E ISCRIZIONI CLICCA QUI EVENT PARTNERS CYCLING LAB - Mendrisio (CH) https://www.cyclinglab.ch/ Cycling Lab is the center specialized in Bike Fitting and customized training programs. Our experts use the most advanced techniques to optimize the performance and comfort of each cyclist, ensuring tailor-made solutions that improve riding efficiency.
by Giovanni Martinelli 4 May 2025
A small journey through the waterways and works of man We will cycle along the water course and pass through dams, hydroelectric power plants and canals to understand how humans have been able to use this precious resource to produce energy and grow food. PER INFO E ISCRIZIONI CLICCA QUI EVENT PARTNERS CYCLING LAB - Mendrisio (CH) https://www.cyclinglab.ch/ Cycling Lab is the center specialized in Bike Fitting and customized training programs. Our experts use the most advanced techniques to optimize the performance and comfort of each cyclist, ensuring tailor-made solutions that improve riding efficiency. TICINO GUIDE EXPLORE, LEARN, PROMOTE This initiative aims to make known and explore the areas of the Parco Lombardo del Ticino and the province of Varese through rivers, lakes, moraine hills, river canals and large cities with the aim of reconnecting the relationship between the naturalculture and its inhabitants, involving the increasing number of occasional visitors and tourists. https://ticinoguide.it/
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