Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna is a nature reserve situated in the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines, characterized by its dense woodlands and rugged landscapes. The reserve encompasses approximately 1,540 hectares, with extensive beech forests at higher altitudes and mixed deciduous species at lower elevations. Notable features include the Ripa della Luna, a distinctive rocky wall on Monte dei Frati, and a network of streams and waterfalls. This diverse environment provides a setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain…
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4.4
(21)
63
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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104
hikers
15.7km
05:38
840m
840m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(22)
46
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
27
hikers
18.7km
06:23
790m
790m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
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110
riders
54.4km
05:27
1,600m
1,600m
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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13
riders
42.7km
05:30
1,680m
1,680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
37.3km
04:02
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
37.4km
04:04
1,280m
1,280m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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70
runners
14.9km
01:41
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
runners
25.3km
03:56
1,250m
1,250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11
runners
10.2km
01:23
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
runners
14.3km
02:21
790m
800m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
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56
riders
27.2km
02:38
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
riders
29.3km
02:46
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
riders
43.0km
03:22
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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25
riders
19.8km
01:25
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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47
riders
52.6km
02:19
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
40.1km
01:44
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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67
riders
41.0km
02:12
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
36.3km
01:34
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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15
riders
50.9km
03:30
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
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73.0km
05:15
1,210m
1,210m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
28.5km
02:07
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
46.8km
03:35
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The reserve features more than 100 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 2,600 visitors.
Yes, the region around Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna offers several road cycling routes. An example is the "Montedoglio Lake – Lake Montedoglio loop from Sansepolcro," a difficult route spanning about 56.2 miles (90.5 km). More options are available in the Road Cycling Routes in Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna guide.
Hiking trails range from easy to difficult. A moderate option is the "Ripa della Luna Viewpoint – Monte dei Frati (1453 m) loop from Riserva naturale dell'Alpe della Luna," covering about 5.5 miles (8.8 km). For easier hikes, consult the Easy hikes in Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna guide.
Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna provides challenging mountain biking trails. The "Eremo di Cerbaiolo – Eremo di Cerbaiolo loop from Viamaggio" is a difficult route approximately 33.1 miles (53.3 km) long. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails in Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna guide.
Key natural highlights include the Ripa della Luna, a distinctive 200-meter-high rocky wall on Monte dei Frati, which is the reserve's highest point at 1,453 meters. The area also features picturesque waterfalls like Sasso Spicco and a dense network of streams. These attractions are detailed in the Attractions in Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna guide.
Yes, the reserve offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easy options. For hiking, the "View of Alpe della Luna – Hermitage of Montecasale loop from Eremo di Montecasale" is an easy trail about 3.7 miles (5.9 km) long. Komoot guides also feature easy hikes and gravel biking routes.
The reserve is suitable for outdoor activities across multiple seasons, with specific conditions varying. The dense woodlands and varied terrain offer different experiences throughout the year. For detailed information on specific sports, consult the relevant Komoot guides.
Komoot offers several guides for the reserve, covering various activities. These include Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
Cycling routes in the area vary in difficulty. For road cycling, options range from moderate, like the "Anghiari Medieval Town – Lake Montedoglio loop," to difficult, such as the "Montedoglio Lake – Lake Montedoglio loop." Mountain biking and touring cycling routes are predominantly difficult.
Komoot lists 104 routes within Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna. These routes cover various sports and cater to different experience levels. Over 2,600 visitors have explored and rated these routes, contributing to an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Yes, touring cycling routes are available, often exploring the broader region around the reserve. An example is the "View of Lake Montedoglio – Lake Montedoglio loop from Trebbio," a difficult route covering approximately 32.5 miles (52.3 km). More options can be found in the Cycling in Riserva Naturale Dell'Alpe Della Luna guide.
For more specific information, the reserve can be contacted by phone at +39 0575 3161 or +39 0575 714014. Inquiries can also be sent via email to parchi@provincia.arezzo.it.

