Three Italian attractions are among the 52 alternative tourism proposals for 2025 suggested by the American newspaper The New York Times, including the Cammino Retico in the Dolomites, in Veneto, the cycling route between Trapani and Catania, in Sicily, and the city of Milan, in Lombardy.
The first two still include options for slow and sustainable tourism, a practice increasingly in vogue in the “Belpaese”.
Starting from Aune, in the province of Belluno, the 170 kilometers of the Cammino Retico can be covered on foot over a week, but also by bicycle (in mountain bike mode) or electric bicycle.
The route traverses mountain roads and remote areas of the Trentino-Alto Adige and Veneto regions in northern Italy. At each stage, tourists receive a stamp in a "passport," which, when presented later, opens doors to new initiatives and discounts.
In the south of the country, the “Sicily Divide” project offers 460 kilometers to be covered by bicycle, where cyclists have the chance to explore the interior of Sicily through its mountainous landscapes, historic villages and archaeological sites, as well as experiencing a rich gastronomic experience.
“The route passes through incredible sites and vineyards, but above all, it reveals the true attraction of Sicily, which is its people,” Giovanni Guarnieri, organizer of the itinerary, told the NYT.
As for Milan, the newspaper proposes a trip to the “revitalized” city in view of the 2026 Winter Olympics, through new exhibitions, culinary experiences, restoration of historic buildings, such as Palazzo Citterio, as well as the traditional Design Week, in April. (HANDLE)
