Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia is a regional nature reserve located in the Val Bormida, within the municipality of Cairo Montenotte in the province of Savona, Italy. Spanning 1273 hectares, this area features a diverse landscape characterized by dense forests, including ancient beech groves, varied geological formations, and numerous streams. The terrain ranges from approximately 400 to over 800 meters above sea level, providing varied conditions suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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4.5
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4.6
(51)
162
hikers
13.9km
04:12
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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149
hikers
9.04km
02:42
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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136
hikers
5.09km
01:39
180m
170m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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15
hikers
25.7km
07:44
830m
830m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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123
riders
64.3km
03:09
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.5
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92
riders
53.2km
02:52
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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53
riders
86.2km
03:59
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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44
riders
94.5km
04:18
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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135
riders
88.8km
06:06
1,460m
1,460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
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44.9km
02:52
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
riders
39.2km
03:11
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

20
riders
57.5km
03:51
870m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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55
riders
45.2km
03:47
900m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
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24
riders
42.1km
02:59
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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111
riders
28.7km
02:32
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
riders
51.9km
04:39
1,290m
1,290m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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46
runners
11.8km
01:34
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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18
runners
11.7km
01:28
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

10
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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
runners
6.13km
00:39
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia is a regional nature reserve located in Val Bormida, Italy, covering 1273 hectares. It features diverse landscapes, including ancient beech groves, varied geological formations, and numerous streams. Elevations range from approximately 1,300 to over 2,600 feet (400 to over 800 meters) above sea level.
The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. More than 90 routes are available across these sports, catering to different skill levels.
Popular hiking trails include the Adelasia Nature Reserve Trail to Rocca dell'Adelasia, a moderate 8.6-mile (13.9 km) route. Another well-regarded option is the Adelasia Forest Trail to Rocca dell'Adelasia, a moderate 3.2-mile (5.1 km) path. These trails lead through mystical forests to rocky summits.
Yes, Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia offers mountain biking trails, with options for various skill levels. The Cascina Miera – Adelasia Trails loop from Carcare is a moderate 18.2-mile (29.4 km) route. More challenging options like the St. James Pass – Ingenere Trail loop are also available.
Road cyclists can explore routes such as the Colle di Cadibona – Naso di Gatto locality loop, a difficult 32.8-mile (52.8 km) route. Another challenging option is the Calizzano – Colle Scravaion loop, spanning 58.7 miles (94.5 km).
Yes, the reserve includes trails suitable for beginners and families. The Easy hikes in Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia guide provides options. These routes typically feature gentler terrain and shorter distances through the reserve's forests.
The reserve is known for its ancient beech groves, particularly near Cascina Miera and Bric del Tesoro. Notable geological features include caves like the "Tana degli Olmi" and various rocky outcrops such as Rocca dell'Adelasia. Numerous streams with small waterfalls also characterize the landscape.
Yes, an internal refuge named Cascina Miera serves as a base for hikers within the reserve. It provides a point of interest and a potential stop along various trails.
The komoot community has rated routes in Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars. More than 2,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to over 300 ratings.
The reserve's policy regarding dogs typically allows them on trails, often requiring them to be on a leash. Visitors should verify specific regulations with local authorities or park management before visiting.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking in Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia, MTB Trails in Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia, and Road Cycling Routes in Riserva Regionale Dell'Adelasia. Guides for touring cycling, jogging, gravel biking, and attractions are also available.
More information can be found on the official website at wildadelasia.com. For general inquiries, a contact number is +39 342 041 6193.

