Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito
Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito
Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito is a nature reserve located in Italy's Marche region, encompassing the prominent Monte San Vicino and the Canfaito plateau. The area is characterized by its ancient limestone formations and extensive beech forests, which provide a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This terrain supports several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more, making it a destination for various activity levels.
Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito offers a wide range of outdoor activities across its varied terrain. The reserve features more than 100 routes, catering to several sports including hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and touring cycling. For those seeking to explore the natural features and trails, more than 2,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for the routes. Hikers can find detailed information on Hiking in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito, while cyclists can discover suitable paths through guides like Cycling in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito. Additionally, specific routes for Easy hikes in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito are available for those preferring less challenging options.
126
Routes
4.5
(417)
Average rating
2923
People visited

4.6
(10)
120
hikers
5.42km
02:19
320m
310m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(56)
260
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(18)
51
hikers
4.97km
01:32
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(17)
52
hikers
4.97km
01:32
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
runners
13.2km
02:13
850m
850m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

39
runners
12.4km
01:40
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
(1)
22
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(1)
9
runners
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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3.3
(7)
70
riders
45.3km
05:09
1,840m
1,840m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.2
(14)
76
riders
32.3km
03:04
940m
940m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(5)
34
riders
50.1km
04:57
1,490m
1,490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
(4)
21
riders
36.8km
03:57
1,170m
1,170m
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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5.0
(2)
71
riders
30.8km
02:37
1,020m
1,020m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
48.6km
04:00
1,320m
1,330m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
25
riders
38.6km
03:03
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
54.7km
04:17
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
52
riders
99.6km
05:51
2,360m
2,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

15
riders
103km
05:23
1,860m
1,860m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
97.2km
04:53
1,580m
1,580m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
30.7km
01:33
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(4)
33
riders
47.9km
03:35
1,130m
1,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
30
riders
72.0km
05:27
1,820m
1,820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
riders
49.6km
03:41
1,330m
1,330m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(2)
12
riders
33.2km
02:34
1,020m
1,020m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. The reserve features more than 100 routes for these sports.
Popular hiking routes include the "Monte San Vicino Summit Trail" and loops around "Elcito Village." The summit trail is approximately 5 miles [8 km] long and rated difficult, while the Elcito Village loop is about 3 miles [5 km] and rated easy. More hiking options can be found in the Hiking in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito guide.
Yes, the reserve offers easy hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. The "Elcito Village loop from Elcito" is an easy route, approximately 3 miles [5 km] long. Additional easy options are detailed in the Easy hikes in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito guide.
The reserve is known for its massive limestone formations, including Monte San Vicino (1,045 m) and the panoramic Canfaito plateau. A prominent feature is the ancient beech forest of Canfaito, especially notable for its autumn foliage. The area also contains historical sites with evidence of prehistoric human habitation.
Mountain biking routes often explore the Canfaito Beech Forest. Examples include loops from Frontale or Matelica, with distances ranging from approximately 19 to 28 miles [30 to 45 km]. These routes are generally rated difficult. More information is available in the MTB Trails in Riserva Naturale Regionale Monte San Vicino E Canfaito guide.
Yes, the reserve offers touring cycling routes, often connecting Monte San Vicino and the Canfaito Beech Forest. A loop from Casa Del Poggio is approximately 19 miles [31 km] long. Other routes extend to Lake Cingoli or Braccano Murals Village. These routes are typically rated difficult.
The reserve is particularly enchanting in autumn when the beech forests of Canfaito display vibrant colors. However, its diverse network of paths makes it suitable for outdoor activities throughout many seasons. The varied terrain accommodates different preferences.
The reserve is home to diverse wildlife. Species such as wolves, roe deer, wild cats, eagle owls, peregrine falcons, and red woodpeckers inhabit the area. Its varied habitats support a rich ecosystem.
The reserve is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 2,500 visitors having explored its routes. The 102 available routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for the reserve, including Hiking, MTB Trails, Easy Hikes, and Cycling. There are also guides for running, gravel biking, waterfall hikes, and general attractions.
The official website for the reserve is riservamontesanvicino.it. The primary phone number for inquiries is +39 0733637247. Contact information is available for visitor assistance.

