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Hotels
Overlooking the Veneto countryside, this contemporary hotel is a 5-minute walk from Nove’s renowned ceramic stores and 10 km from Ponte Vecchio in Bassano del Grappa.
Minimalist rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges and desks. Upgraded rooms add hill views and living areas.
Complimentary continental breakfast is served in the chic fine dining restaurant featuring town and countryside views. Covered parking is free.
Located in Trento’s historic centre, Hotel America is 5 minutes’ walk from Castle Buonconsiglio and the Cathedral and 200 metres from Trento Train Station. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Your day at the family-run America Hotel begins with a large buffet breakfast. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Rooms at this 4-star superior hotel feature a minibar and a TV with satellite channels. Some also overlook the old town. Located on the edge of Trento’s no-traffic zone, the America can be easily reached by car. Trento University is just around the corner, while the cathedral is 10 minutes away on foot.
Palace Hotel Wellness & SPA offers air-conditioned rooms with LCD TV and free Sky channels. It features 2 swimming pools, one free of charge in the garden which is open seasonally and the second one located on the rooftop with saltwater and lake view (Open all year round), available upon request at an additional surcharge. Free public parking is available nearby. The hotel’s wellness services is available upon request at an additional cost and includes a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna infrared sauna, salt room and relaxation areas. A variety of beauty treatments and massages are available as well. With free Wi-Fi, the spacious and airy rooms have classic décor and light furniture. They include a balcony or terrace, minibar and bathroom with hairdryer. Some offer lake views.
NH Torino Congress is set in the former FIAT car factory, redesigned by architect Renzo Piano. It features a rooftop jogging track, free Wi-Fi throughout, and is connected to Turin’s Lingotto Convention Centre. The Lingotto, a unique building and landmark of Turin, is home to the Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli Art Gallery, a concert hall, shopping mall and multiplex cinema. All of which are connected to the hotel. The tropical Garden of Wonders is in the centre of this complex, overlooked by the hotel rooms and common areas. Rooms are comfortable, large and modern. All air conditioned, they also feature satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is served each morning, while the Torpedo restaurant offers international and Italian dishes. Turtle Bar is ideal for a light snack or drink.
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Meet the Reps
Enrico Pengo
About Enrico
Enrico Pengo was born in Vicenza in May 1972. He was a mechanic in the professional teams of Zg Mobili (93-94-95), Gewiss (96), Batik (97), Ballan (98-99) and Lampre (from 2000 to 2016); Bahrain-Merida, 2017 to 2020.
He has been the mech on 20 Tour de France, 25 Giro D’Italia and 10 World Championships with national teams. You’re in very safe hands.
He is considered a legend in Italy. His nickname is “the Mitico” which we think means he is mythical.
Tommaso dalla Valle
About Tommy
Tommaso “Tommy” is a former Italian cyclist who participated in the youth Olympics for Italy. Following his time racing he decided to dedicate himself to working as a mechanic to stay involved in the world of cycling. In just a short time he progressed through the ranks and became a mechanic for the Italian national MTB team as well as for some under 23 teams. He credits his success to his teacher and mentor, Enrico Pengo aka “The Legend”.
Andrea Ferrigato
About Andrea
Andrea Ferrigato is affectionately known by his former teammates and friends as “Ferri” for his legs of “Steel”. Ferri has had a professional career spanning 15 years. He competed 8 times at the Giro d’Italia and 4 times at the Tour de France. He was a stage winner of the Giro d’Italia (1994) and his best year was 1996. In that year he won the Leeds International Classic and the Grand Prix of Switzerland.
Andrea is an extremely experienced host and he has worked with Sportive Breaks since 2022. In the last few years Andrea has hosted many cycling tours and Gran Fondo weekends for Sportive Breaks. He received truly excellent customer feedback.
You can ride with Andrea on all of Sportive Breaks Italian cycling events. Andrea is also present at Mallorca 312.
Stelvio Weekender – ‘A fantastic time , Andrea was brilliant’
Strade Bianche is a great event – and going with Sportive Breaks makes it so easy, including the support at the event of pro-cyclist Andrea Ferrigato and his team. Thanks for a great weekend!
Where you are hosted by Andrea:
- March – Strade Bianche Gran Fondo
- March – Strade Bianche and Florence Tour
- March – Milan Sanremo Ride and Watch
- April – Mallorca 312
- May – Giro d’Italia Tours
- June – Stelvio Weekenders
- June – Dolomites Weekenders
- September – Italy Coast to Coast
- September – Stelvio Weekenders
- September – Dolomites Weekenders
- September – Tour of the Dolomites
- October – Il Lombardia Gran Fondo
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