Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone is a nature reserve situated in the borderland between Emilia Romagna, Marche, and Tuscany. It is characterized by its distinctive geological formations, including the prominent Sasso di Simone and Sasso Simoncello limestone reliefs, and diverse landscapes ranging from forests and pastures to clay gullies. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, hiking, and more. The reserve's unique features and extensive network of trails make…
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4.8
(17)
81
riders
23.5km
02:20
750m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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62
riders
28.9km
03:15
1,000m
1,000m
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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47
riders
26.9km
03:08
1,090m
1,090m
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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24
riders
20.9km
01:54
560m
560m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.7
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81
riders
15.3km
01:13
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

58
riders
94.7km
05:04
1,820m
1,820m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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84
riders
48.2km
03:12
1,400m
1,400m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
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26
riders
39.3km
02:23
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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70
riders
84.0km
04:36
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
37.1km
03:03
1,090m
1,090m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
68.3km
05:18
1,820m
1,830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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4
hikers
12.8km
03:59
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58
hikers
12.6km
03:47
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53
hikers
10.4km
03:40
470m
470m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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295
hikers
9.44km
02:57
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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12.1km
01:40
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
runners
15.1km
01:57
460m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
runners
13.3km
01:53
710m
710m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
7.70km
00:49
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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82
riders
20.5km
01:46
700m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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67
riders
55.2km
04:27
1,690m
1,690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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40
riders
35.9km
03:36
1,210m
1,210m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
19
riders
39.7km
02:52
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The reserve features a network of paths suitable for exploring its diverse natural environment. Komoot lists 96 routes in the area.
Popular mountain biking routes include "Monte Carpegna - giro ad anello" (14.6 miles [23.5 km]) and "View of Sasso Simone – Carpegna boundary stone loop from Carpegna" (17.2 miles [27.7 km]). These trails offer varied terrain, some with challenging unpaved segments. More options are available in the MTB Trails around Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone guide.
Yes, the reserve features several challenging road cycling routes. Examples include "Cippo di Carpegna Climb" (9.5 miles [15.3 km]) and "Passo Cantoniera di Carpegna – Rocca di Monte Cerignone loop from Passo Cantoniera" (57.7 miles [92.9 km]). These routes often involve significant elevation changes. Further routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone guide.
Hikers can explore trails such as "Sasso di Simone Viewpoint – Sasso Simone loop from Simoncellino" (6.5 miles [10.4 km]) and "Cliffs of Sasso Simone – View of Sasso Simone loop from Case Barboni" (4.4 miles [7.1 km]). These routes offer opportunities to discover the geological features and botanical rarities of the reserve. For more options, consult the Hiking around Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone guide.
Yes, there are routes suitable for varying skill levels. For hiking, "Passo Cantoniera di Carpegna – Sella dei Sassi loop from Passo Cantoniera" (3.9 miles [6.3 km]) is rated as easy. Komoot also offers a dedicated guide for Easy hikes around Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone.
The reserve is named after the Sasso di Simone and Sasso Simoncello, two prominent limestone reliefs. Sasso di Simone, at 3,950 feet [1,204 m], offers panoramic views. Monte Carpegna, the highest peak in the interregional park at 4,642 feet [1,415 m], is also a significant landmark.
The Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone is a popular destination, with more than 1,600 visitors having recorded tours in the area. The 96 available routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 140 ratings.
Komoot provides several guides for the area, including MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, and Gravel biking. There are also guides for Attractions and Easy hikes.
For information regarding the broader Sasso Simone and Simoncello Natural Park, which is closely linked to the reserve, the official website is www.parcosimone.it. The park can also be reached by phone at +39 0722 770073.
Yes, the area is suitable for gravel biking, with routes like "Discovering Sant'Agata Feltria with a Gravelbike" (28.7 miles [46.1 km]) and "The Cippo Forest – Cantoniera Pass of Carpegna loop from Carpegna" (29.9 miles [48.1 km]). These routes often traverse varied terrain, including unpaved sections. More options are available in the Gravel biking around Riserva naturale del Sasso di Simone guide.
From the top of Sasso di Simone, visitors can experience extensive panoramic views. On clear days, the vista can sometimes extend all the way to the sea, offering a broad perspective of the surrounding landscape.

