Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti is a nature reserve located in the Upper Val di Cecina, nestled between the municipalities of Volterra and Pomarance in Tuscany. This expansive area, spanning over 2,000 hectares, features diverse landscapes including ancient forests, rolling hills, and clear-water streams like the Cecina River. The terrain offers a network of paths suitable for several sports like gravel biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more, making Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti a destination for outdoor activities.
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4.6
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riders
70.0km
07:13
1,660m
1,660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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377
riders
124km
10:18
2,560m
2,560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35
riders
55.6km
04:31
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
riders
65.3km
05:06
1,610m
1,610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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916
hikers
5.94km
01:39
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
13.7km
04:32
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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22
hikers
9.34km
02:56
360m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
7.77km
02:36
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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142
riders
53.6km
03:02
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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126
riders
40.4km
02:10
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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106
riders
49.6km
02:41
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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119
riders
103km
05:41
2,220m
2,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51
riders
43.7km
03:07
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
riders
46.1km
03:11
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35
riders
23.4km
01:37
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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37
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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29
riders
33.9km
03:53
1,080m
1,080m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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31
riders
34.8km
02:33
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
10.6km
01:12
260m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.6km
01:13
260m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
runners
14.2km
01:38
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
7.24km
00:48
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti is a nature reserve located in the Upper Val di Cecina, Tuscany. It spans over 2,000 hectares and features diverse landscapes including ancient forests, rolling hills, and clear-water streams. The reserve is recognized as a Special Area of Conservation.
The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities including Gravel biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. There are more than 80 routes available, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from komoot users.
Popular gravel biking routes include the "Val d'Elsa Loop from Casole d'Elsa," which is about 43.5 miles (70 km) long and rated difficult. Another option is the "Borgo di Libbiano – Serrazzano Historic Village loop from Poggio dei Renicci," covering approximately 32.2 miles (51.9 km). More routes can be found in the Gravel biking in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti guide.
Hiking options include the "Masso delle Fanciulle – Masso degli Specchi loop from Il Capannone," a moderate route of about 8.5 miles (13.7 km). The "Monastero di San Michele Ruins loop from Montecerboli" is another moderate choice, approximately 6.2 miles (9.9 km) long. Explore more in the Hiking in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti guide.
Road cyclists can explore routes like the "View of the Tuscan Vineyards – Cypress-Lined Road in Tuscany loop from San Dalmazio," a difficult route of about 33.4 miles (53.8 km). The "Micciano Switchbacks – Church of Ponteginori loop from Pomarance" is another difficult option, approximately 30.7 miles (49.5 km) long. Additional routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti guide.
The reserve offers routes of varying difficulty, including moderate options suitable for families. For instance, the "Masso delle Fanciulle – Masso degli Specchi loop from Puretta" is a moderate hiking route of about 4.8 miles (7.8 km). It is advisable to check specific route details for suitability before starting.
Notable natural features include the Tatti Oak Wood, one of Italy's significant oak populations, and the Cecina River with its natural pools like Masso delle Fanciulle and Masso degli Specchi. Historical landmarks include the medieval Castello dei Vescovi (Bishops' Castle). The reserve also features the dramatic Botro al Rio gorge.
Information regarding specific dog policies for Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti trails is not explicitly provided in the available data. Visitors should check local regulations or contact the park management for current rules regarding pets.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Gravel biking in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti, Hiking in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti, and Cycling in Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti. There are also guides for Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Attractions.
Riserva Naturale Di Berignone-Tatti is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,600 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
For tourism-related inquiries about the area, contact the Consorzio Turistico Volterra Valdicecina. Their website is volterratur.it/en, and they can be reached by phone at +39 0588 87257.

