Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi is a nature reserve located in southern Tuscany, characterized by its rugged and wild landscape. The area features steep rocky walls, deep gorges carved by the Albegna River and Rigo stream, and dense woods. Elevations range from approximately 200 to 500 meters above sea level, with limestone cliffs and varied topography. This environment provides a setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
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4.1
(14)
48
hikers
11.2km
03:11
260m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.9
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36
hikers
7.42km
02:12
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
hikers
10.2km
02:56
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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41
hikers
3.45km
01:05
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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86
riders
72.0km
03:30
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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62
riders
72.6km
03:45
1,280m
1,280m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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66
riders
45.2km
02:27
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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23
riders
31.2km
01:45
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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37
riders
73.5km
05:01
1,280m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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25
riders
50.1km
03:35
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
29.8km
02:13
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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21
riders
69.3km
04:58
1,450m
1,450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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79.0km
06:02
1,310m
1,310m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
27.6km
02:04
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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15
runners
9.02km
01:00
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
runners
6.49km
00:44
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
8.95km
00:58
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
runners
4.79km
00:34
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
36.4km
02:38
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
24.3km
02:22
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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6
riders
69.1km
04:51
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
23.7km
02:11
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The reserve features rugged landscapes with steep rocky walls and deep gorges. More than 70 routes are available for exploration.
There are 79 routes available in Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi for various sports. These routes have been rated by more than 1,200 visitors, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the Saturnia and Cascate del Mulino Loop, which is 6.9 miles (11.2 km) long. Another option is the Porta Romana – Church of Mary Magdalene loop from Saturnia, an easy 3.2-mile (5.1 km) route. For more options, consult the Hiking around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide.
Yes, easy hiking trails are available. The Mill Falls – Cascate del Mulino Hot Springs loop from Saturnia is an easy 3.4-mile (5.4 km) route. For additional beginner-friendly options, explore the Easy hikes around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can explore routes like the Montemerano da Saturnia — Giro ad anello, a moderate 11-mile (17.7 km) loop. Another option is the Cascate del Mulino Hot Springs – Mill Falls loop from Saturnia, a 16.9-mile (27.2 km) moderate trail. More routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide.
Yes, road cycling routes are available, often leading to or around the reserve. A challenging option is the Strada Provinciale Fronzina loop from Roccalbegna, spanning 44.7 miles (72 km). The Road Cycling Routes around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide provides further details.
The reserve is characterized by steep rocky walls, deep gorges carved by the Albegna River and Rigo stream, and dense woods. It is also known for its diverse flora, including 28 different species of orchids, and rich fauna, such as lanner falcons and wild cats. The area is recognized as a significant WWF oasis.
Touring cyclists can find challenging routes such as the Clock Tower of Arcidosso – Fortilizio La Pietra loop from Semproniano, which is 45.7 miles (73.5 km) long. Another option is the Sovana — Historic Village – Pitigliano Historic Hilltop Town loop from Catabbio, covering 26.9 miles (43.4 km). More routes are available in the Cycling around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide.
Yes, gravel biking routes are available, often featuring challenging terrain. An example is the Pitigliano Historic Hilltop Town – View of Sorano loop from Saturnia, a difficult 41.7-mile (67.2 km) route. The Gravel biking around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi guide offers more options.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi, MTB Trails around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi, and Road Cycling Routes around Riserva naturale Bosco dei Rocconi. There are also guides for Easy hikes, Waterfall hikes, Cycling, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
For inquiries, the official WWF Oasis page for Bosco Rocconi is available at wwf.it. You can also call +39 320 8223972 for reservations and general information.

