Noto Naples Bike Festival, an event of national importance that celebrates the culture of the bicycle, is thrilled to present its XII edition. This year, the festival will take place on June 1 and 2, adopting the theme “Get Light”, a reference to the famous saying of Massimo Troisi in the movie I start again from three. This choice pays homage to the memory of Troisi, who would have celebrated his XNUMXth birthday this year, and who has made the bicycle a central element in many of his films.
The Bicycle: a vehicle of lightness
Lightness, the very essence of the bicycle, is a way of life. As indicated by Calvino.
"taking life lightly, which lightness is not superficiality, but gliding over things from above, not having boulders on the heart".
The bicycle, non-polluting, efficient and effective, is beneficial for the psychophysical well-being of the individual and for the environment, helping to alleviate traffic, reduce noise and generate economic value.
A festival in the heart of Naples
Il Naples Bike Festival 2023 this time it moves to the center of Naples, specifically at the Fuga Palace, formerly known as Real Albergo dei Poveri. This monumental building, one of the largest in Europe with over 100.000 square meters, represents a significant place a few kilometers from the central station, the airport and the main points of tourist interest.
Program full of events
The festival opens on 1nd June with the projection of the documentary film “The Sunflower” by Ciro Mattei, followed by a series of shows, music, performances, video projections, exhibitions, readings. June 2nd the pedaling collective #pedaloper… ESCAPE, a cycling tour around the city that will culminate in the Napoli Bike Festival village, with free admission and a full day of celebrations.
Round tables, presentations and attractions
I visitors they will be able to explore various topics related to bicycle through a series of round tables, book presentations, art exhibitions, and activities for the little ones. Furthermore, the areaBikes on show” will host cycling industry professionals who will offer demonstrations and trials on a wide variety of bikes, including muscle bikes, pedal assist bikes, tandems, scooters, folding bikes, cargo bikes and more.
The festival offers a wide range of activities for the children, from the bike license, readings, juggling shows and more.
Contacts and information
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The entrance and all the activities of the Napoli Bike Festival village are for free.
