Where to run and cycle in Palermo
Palermo has a climate that allows outdoor training almost all year round, a big urban park and Monte Pellegrino looming over the city.
Where to run in Palermo
Parco della Favorita
The big green lung at the foot of Monte Pellegrino: long, tree-lined, flat avenues, the meeting point of Palermo's runners.
Foro Italico
The seafront lawn near the centre: easy runs with views over the bay.
Mondello
The seafront of the district: flat and scenic, ideal early in the morning.
Bike rides from Palermo
Monte Pellegrino
The city climb to the sanctuary of Santa Rosalia: steady, scenic, perfect for training.
Mondello and Sferracavallo
A coastal loop towards the north-west, easy and scenic.
Monreale and the hinterland
Towards Monreale and the inland hills for longer climbs and quieter roads.
Practical tips
From June to September it is already hot in the morning: go out at dawn and carry electrolytes. In winter, on the other hand, it is one of the best places in Italy to train.
Races in Palermo in 2027
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