Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna
Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna
National Park Guide
Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park is a nature reserve located in the northern Apennines, characterized by its extensive ancient forests and varied topography, ranging from 400 to 1,658 meters above sea level. The park encompasses a significant portion of pristine beech and fir woods, including a UNESCO World Heritage site, and features mountains like Monte Falco and Monte Falterona, along with numerous torrents and waterfalls. This diverse landscape provides a setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain…
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10.4km
04:11
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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11.3km
04:19
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650m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14.5km
05:20
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14.4km
05:37
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540m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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26
runners
11.1km
01:42
650m
650m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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12.2km
02:06
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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00:46
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.5km
03:37
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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34.2km
03:35
1,030m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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04:59
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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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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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32.8km
03:34
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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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44.8km
04:25
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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72.0km
06:18
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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64.8km
05:23
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.5km
02:42
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.0km
03:32
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1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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49.2km
02:42
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.8km
03:07
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

26
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137km
08:11
3,550m
3,550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park offers a wide range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Road cycling. The park features an extensive network of over 600 kilometers of trails suitable for various skill levels. There are 136 routes available on komoot, with an average rating of 4.6 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the Anello dell’Acquacheta, a 6.4-mile (10.4 km) moderate route, and the Dante's Acquacheta Waterfall Trail, a 8.9-mile (14.4 km) difficult route. For more options, explore the Hiking around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Yes, the park offers trails suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous options. These routes provide accessible ways to experience the park's natural beauty. For specific recommendations, consult the Easy hikes around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Key natural attractions include the ancient beechwoods of Sasso Fratino, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the dell'Acquacheta waterfall, mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy. The park also features Monte Falco and Monte Falterona, its highest peaks, and the picturesque artificial reservoir of Ridracoli. More details can be found in the Attractions around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Top-rated mountain biking routes include the Fonte Alpicella – Passo del Vinco loop from Ridracoli, a 25.5-mile (41.1 km) difficult route. Another popular option is the Prato alla Penna – Camaldoli Monastery loop, a 28.5-mile (45.9 km) difficult route. Explore more options in the MTB Trails around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Yes, the park offers several touring cycling routes, such as the Prato alla Penna – Camaldoli Hermitage loop, a 25.2-mile (40.6 km) difficult route. The Lama Forest – Passo dei Lupatti loop is another highly-rated difficult route, spanning 27.8 miles (44.8 km). For additional routes, refer to the Cycling around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Gravel biking enthusiasts can find routes like the Cancellino–Lama Forest Trail – San Paolo in Alpe Ruins loop, a 44.7-mile (72.0 km) difficult route. Another option is the Arno River Cycle Path – Camaldoli Monastery loop, a 43.5-mile (70.0 km) difficult route. More gravel biking options are detailed in the Gravel biking around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The park features 136 routes across various sports, which have received over 1,900 ratings, averaging 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the park, including Hiking, Waterfall hikes, MTB Trails, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Easy hikes, Cycling, Gravel biking, and Road Cycling Routes. Additionally, guides cover Attractions and Natural Monuments.
The official website for the park is www.parcoforestecasentinesi.it. For general inquiries, the main phone number for the Park Authority is +39 0575 50301. Tourist information can be obtained by calling +39 0543 971375.
Yes, the park is known for its beautiful waterfalls, formed by steep torrents. The most famous is the dell'Acquacheta waterfall, which holds historical significance as it was mentioned by Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy. Several routes allow exploration of these natural features, including the Waterfall hikes around Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park guide.
The Sasso Fratino Integral Nature Reserve is located within Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park and was the first integral reserve established in Italy. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its ancient beechwoods, some of which are over 500 years old, representing pristine forest areas.

