Giro delle Fonti: E‑Bike Through Casperia’s Fontanili to the Sagra degli Stringozzi

Ride into the living history of Sabina on the 'Giro delle Fonti'—a three‑hour e-bike loop that threads through Casperia’s rolling hills and ends at the Sagra degli Stringozzi. Meeting point is P.za Oddo Valeriani, 02041 Casperia RI, where guides fit you with a modern e‑bike and helmet and run a safety briefing before you push off along country lanes.

The route highlights the fontanili — small rural springs and communal fountains that once supplied water for livestock, laundry and village life. Casperia’s countryside preserves twelve of these stone basins; several have been restored and one bears frescoes by the Fratelli Torresani, a rare medieval artistic mark that links everyday infrastructure to regional history. You’ll pedal through silver-green olive groves, coppiced woods and quiet farm roads of the Monti Sabini, catching sudden views of terracotta roofs framed by oaks and cypresses.

The e-bikes make these climbs approachable, turning what would be a strenuous tour into a relaxed exploration that suits mixed fitness levels. Guides narrate local stories about Aspra—the village’s ancient name—and point out architectural details along the medieval walls as you re-enter town. The finish is as rewarding as the ride: the Sagra degli Stringozzi, a lively street festival where long, hand-pressed pasta meets local olive oil, pecorino and seasonal produce. Food stalls and communal tables offer a delicious conclusion to the cultural loop.

Groups are kept small — maximum 20 riders — and the tour suits ages 14 to 99 with a minimum height of 150 cm for safe pedaling. The operator allows free cancellation up to 24 hours before start, and provides insurance. Check-in happens at P.za Oddo Valeriani; transfers are not included; plan your arrival. Expect pauses at fountains and a final stretch along the stone walls into the festival.

Practical details are cleanly handled: e-bike, helmet, bag and insurance are included; children up to 22 kg ride in a fitted seat, larger kids on a cargo e-bike. The operator provides hygienically sanitized helmets, technical support, and bilingual guides (it/en). Bring at least 1.5 liters of water, sun protection and a charged smartphone; arrive ten minutes early for check‑in.

Why this outing stands out: it places small-scale infrastructure—the fontanili—at the center of an itinerary that connects nature, culinary tradition and medieval urban fabric. For visitors to Lazio who want more than a sightseeing snapshot, the Sabina e-bike event turns simple terrain into a layered cultural ride. It’s sustainable, accessible to adventurous families, and timed to deliver you straight into one of Casperia’s best local parties. Whether you come for the frescoed fountain, the olive-scented tracks, or to taste real stringozzi under the village walls, this trip maps local life in a way a car never could.