In recent days Vittoria Group has announced that it has started construction work on Vittoria Park, the first center in the world dedicated to the experience, innovation, research and development of bicycle tires for every cycling discipline.
The Park will have a total extension of 50.000 m2 and will be located next to the Vittoria headquarters in Brembate, in the province of Bergamo. Its construction was entrusted to Velosolutions, the number one company in the construction of pump tracks, bike parks, MTB trails, and the architectural firms Tempus and Simone Cola Studio di Architettura. The construction company Car.Ba., specializing in large-scale construction projects, will also play a key role. The completion of the works is expected for next September.
Designed for everyone
Vittoria Park is designed to welcome all cycling enthusiasts, who will finally have a facility where they can improve their riding skills, learn new techniques, and generally have fun.
It will include more than 4 kilometers of road and gravel routes, with sections that replicate iconic cycling roads such as the cobblestones typical of Paris-Roubaix.The park will also have mountain bike trails that include sections with stones, roots and rocks, jumps up to 1,35 meters high, a 380-meter long jump line and curves with berms. Finally, there will be a pump track, built according to the standards to host UCI races, a mat for practicing jumps and an area for doing tricks and bike tricks.
All routes will have at least three levels of difficulty, from beginner to expertIn all cases, high levels of security will always be guaranteed.
Relaxation guaranteed
The new Vittoria Park won't be limited to just tracks where you can test your driving skills. A 1.000-square-meter Vittoria House has also been planned. Inside you will find a café, a Vittoria product shop and a workshop to try out new bikes and modify the setup of your own bike..
Visitors will also have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the park's beauty. The project includes a green oasis created by Laura Gatti, agronomist and landscape designer of the famous "Bosco Verticale." All the continents of the world will be represented through 340 trees, 17.000 shrubs and flowers arranged over 18.000 cubic meters. of earth and stones to symbolize the inclusion of the Vittoria brand.
Development Center
Vittoria Park is not just about fun and relaxation. It also aims to become a hub for innovation. It will host the Bicycle Tire Innovation Center, a 2.000-square-meter space containing high-tech equipment for testing tiresThe ultimate goal is to create the world's first facility that combines indoor and outdoor testingThe building will include the Cycling Knowledge Hub, a space for startups, university programs, and cycling-specific projects that will help advance bicycle tire development to an unprecedented level.
Vanessa ten Hoff, Chief Innovation Officer of Vittoria Group, summed up the company's expectations with these words: «We can't wait to open the doors of Vittoria Park to all cycling enthusiasts and those curious about it to discover their “Ride Ahead”. I am very excited to bring to life an innovative way of approaching bicycle tire development. at our new Bicycle Tire Innovation Center here in Italy."
Paolo Gambarini, Founder and CEO of Wise Equity, majority shareholder of Vittoria Group, wanted to add his thoughts: «We are proud and enthusiastic to be able to investing in the future and innovation of cycling in Italy».
