Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio is a nature reserve situated in Roseto degli Abruzzi, characterized by a unique blend of coastal and hilly landscapes. The reserve spans over 1,000 hectares, featuring pristine beaches, natural sand dunes, and inland areas with rolling hills and dramatic *calanchi*. This varied topography provides a dynamic environment for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more.
Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio offers more than 100 routes…
99
Routes
4.2
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Average rating
2475
People visited

4.6
(9)
102
riders
48.4km
02:18
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
riders
92.0km
04:22
1,140m
1,140m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
(5)
108
riders
38.4km
02:34
50m
50m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(7)
70
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.6
(7)
29
riders
32.4km
02:12
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
116
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.1
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72
riders
13.3km
00:53
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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49
riders
14.9km
01:04
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
(1)
164
runners
11.2km
01:11
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

48
runners
15.8km
01:49
10m
10m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
runners
6.95km
00:44
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
22
riders
47.7km
03:51
690m
690m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
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56
riders
24.5km
01:29
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
37.3km
02:27
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

12
riders
70.6km
04:46
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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43
hikers
11.6km
02:54
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
11
hikers
10.7km
03:16
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
(1)
11
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
17
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3.0
(1)
4
riders
46.9km
03:14
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The reserve features over 100 routes across these sports. Its diverse terrain includes coastal paths and hilly areas, catering to different activity levels.
Yes, Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio offers several road cycling routes. Examples include the 'Climb to Atri from Roseto degli Abruzzi - Ring tour' which is 30.1 miles [48.4 km] long, and the 'Pineto Beach – Scerne Beach loop from Roseto degli Abruzzi' covering 29.0 miles [46.7 km]. More options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio guide.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like 'Panoramas around Giulianova — Loop,' a 20.1-mile [32.4 km] moderate route. Another option is the 'Vomano Cycle Bridge – Pine Grove loop from Roseto degli Abruzzi,' which is 37.0 miles [59.6 km] long and rated difficult. For more information, consult the Cycling in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio guide.
Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio provides several jogging trails. The 'Lido Azzurra loop from Roseto degli Abruzzi' is a popular moderate route spanning 7.6 miles [12.2 km]. Another option is the 'Cologna Beach loop from Riserva naturale controllata Borsacchio,' which is 5.2 miles [8.4 km]. Detailed information is available in the Running Trails in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio guide.
The reserve offers various hiking trails, including easy and moderate options. An easy route is the 'Hiking loop from Riserva del Borsacchio,' which covers 3.5 miles [5.6 km]. A moderate option is the 'Beach of Vasto loop from Roseto degli Abruzzi,' at 7.2 miles [11.6 km]. For more details, see the Hiking in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio guide.
Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio features diverse natural landscapes. These include pristine beaches, natural sand dunes along the Adriatic coast, and inland hilly areas with dramatic *calanchi* (gullies). The reserve is also home to unique plant species like the sea lily and protected birds such as the Fratino.
The reserve offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options that can be family-friendly. For instance, the 'Foresteria Giulianova – Heart Sculpture in Giulianova loop from Fiume Tordino' is an easy touring cycling route of 5.5 miles [8.8 km]. The coastal paths along the Adriatic Cycleway also provide gentler options for leisurely activities.
Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,800 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the reserve have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars. There are 101 routes available for various outdoor sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio to help plan activities. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Running Trails, and Hiking. There are also guides for specific activities like Gravel biking and Attractions.
The official website for Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio, managed by the 'Guide della Riserva Borsacchio APS' volunteer association, is guidedelborsacchio.it. This site provides information and contact details for guided activities and general inquiries.
Yes, Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio includes mountain biking trails. An example is the 'Roseto degli Abruzzi Pier – Vomano River loop from Roseto degli Abruzzi,' a difficult route spanning 29.7 miles [47.7 km]. The 'Scerne di Pineto Beach – Pebble Beach Near Pineto loop' is an easy option at 12.9 miles [20.8 km]. More trails are listed in the MTB Trails in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio guide.
Cycling routes in Riserva Naturale Controllata Borsacchio range from easy to difficult. Easy routes are suitable for beginners, while moderate routes offer a balanced challenge. Difficult routes, such as the 'From the seaside of Roseto degli Abruzzi to the discovery of Teramo - Ring tour' at 57.2 miles [92.0 km], require higher fitness levels.

