Jesi-Cingoli-Apiro-Castelplanio

Fun varied profile,

Pass local cyclists en-route to Cingoli,

Great views of Marche and the sea from Cingoli,

Good coffee and pastries in cafe in a sunny glasshouse on Viale Valentini,

Interesting ruins, popular restaurant and panoramic views over the dam from Castreccioni,

Impressive view of Apiro from Strada Provinciale Apirese below (or you could otherwise climb to go through the centre),

Nice gradual descent to the Fiume Esino,

Gorgeous in late afternoon light and pink sky at sunset,

Fits into midwinter daylight - very little ice near the road when I went in December.

Option to get on the train at Castelplanio, Serra San Quirico etc.