Our Team

MASSIMILIANO

Massimiliano was born in Siena and grew up in Val d’Arbia, surrounded by the beautiful hills of the Terre di Siena. His work as geologist let him travelling all around the world, especially in Latin America and Africa. Love for nature and his region, passion for travelling, adventure, cycling and photography have encouraged the creation of a project based on his passions, settled in Tuscany. The passion for L’Eroica, lived both as volunteer and cyclist, has been the spark to create Anima Toscana.

Favorite dish: “Bistecca Fiorentina” with a glass of Chianti wine.
Favorite landscape: the descent from Mucigliani to Castello di Leonina…at the sunset or at the sunrise!
Languages spoken: Italian, French, Spanish and English.


MICHELE

Michele was born in Siena and grew up in Val d’Arbia, surrounded by the beautiful hills of the Terre di Siena.
He start working immediately after the end of his studies, finding the best inspiration working for Castiglion del Bosco, luxury 5 stars hotel located near Montalcino. His passion for tourism grew up during this work experience, to let tourist discover Tuscany and the land where he was born. Sportive, love for sacrifice and bicycle as way of freedom and discovery, he was volunteer for several years on the organization of L’Eroica, sharing the philosophy. All these factors contributed to create Anima Toscana!

Favorite dish: Pici all'Aglione!
Favorite landscape: the descent from Montalcino to Sant’Angelo Scalo…unique show at the sunset!
Languages spoken: Italian, French and English.


VIA FRANCIGENA AND ROME

Michele and Massimiliano in front of the St Peter’s Basilica, located in the Vatican City, at the of the bike tour along the Via Francigena to Rome.





 


L'EROICA

Anima Toscana staff in Gaiole in Chianti during L'Eroica.
Thanks to the knowledge about L'Eroica, Anima Toscana will help you to fully live the Eroica spirit, offering all kind of services that cyclists and non-cyclists needs.
Buying one of the packages with Registration & Accommodation, you’ll ensure your participation to L’Eroica in advance and plan in advance your unforgettable trip to Tuscany, riding the best vintage bike event in the world! 
Anima Toscana offers to all the guests the full assistance in Gaiole in Chianti during L'Eroica weekend.