Monks' Lock – Ponte Buriano loop from Laterina

Mountain biking trails

Monks' Lock – Ponte Buriano loop from Laterina

Moderate

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Monks' Lock – Ponte Buriano loop from Laterina

02:35

43.7km

410m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 11 m for 25 m

After 43.7 km for 25 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.5 km

Monks' Lock

Highlight • Structure

The first weir at this point was already built in 1115 by the monks. Since then, it regulated the water flow from the water flowing from the Val di Chiana through the Canale Maestro into the Arno. Because of various floods and depressions of the channel, it was repeatedly destroyed or demolished and then repaired or rebuilt. Most of the visible remains of the building date back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was in operation until 1943 when it was destroyed by bombs and not rebuilt.

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20.3 km

Ponte di Pratantico

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Recommended to visit the bridge

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28.1 km

Ponte Buriano

Highlight • Bridge

Take a ride in May. Generally during the second weekend the descent of the craziest Arno in the world takes place: the Spollinata sull'Arno, the descent of the river from Giovi to Ponte Buriano now in its 41st edition. Space for all types of alluvial vessels, for canoes and rubber boats and for any strictly non-motorized vessel. The only rule, any type of engine is excluded and only the power of human energy is allowed to push the boat downstream. The crazy descent of the Arno river departing from Giovi and arriving at Ponte Buriano is a folkloric competition that takes place as usual with alluvial means.

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