An open-air museum between bikes, murals and visual memory
Immersed in the greenery of the Palermo mountains, Piana degli Albanesi surprises not only for its Arbëreshe history and the beauty of its traditional costumes, but also for a new form of urban storytelling: murals. Walking (or rather, pedaling) through the streets of the village, you come across ancient faces, modern symbols and suspended creatures that speak of identity, resistance and beauty.
The walls that tell stories
The murals depict Arbëreshe culture, Byzantine spirituality, peasant struggle and freedom expressed through symbolic animals and poetic figures. Each wall becomes a visual voice of the community.
Art to experience on the saddle
With Palermonbike, these murals are not just to be admired: they are stages of a real visual itinerary.
Piana degli Albanesi is easily reachable from Palermo by bike. gravel bike, ideal for tackling both asphalt and dirt roads with comfort and versatility. The route, immersed in the Sicilian hilly landscape, winds for approximately 26 km with a positive difference in altitude of approximately 996 meters.
The route offers breathtaking views, gentle climbs alternating with more challenging stretches, and is perfect for a day trip for those seeking an active and immersive experience in nature. The road can be traveled in about 2–3 hours, depending on the pace and photo stops along the way.
Pedaling towards Piana means not only getting closer to the art of its murals, but also experiencing the territory slowly and with awareness. An authentic way to connect with the deepest Sicily.
The experience is enriched by stories, photos and meetings with the inhabitants, and can end with a delicious break among local flavors and breathtaking views.
A journey of colors, words and history
The Piana murals are much more than decorations: they are visual testimonies that celebrate a living culture, a shared memory and a future that is built between art and territory. Pedaling alongside them means immersing yourself in a story that excites, educates and inspires.
