Valmala is a region situated on a plateau at 1,380 meters above sea level within the Val Varaita, in the province of Cuneo, Italy. This area offers panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and a diverse landscape that transitions from birch and chestnut woods at lower altitudes to pine, fir, and larch forests higher up. The varied terrain and natural features make Valmala suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Valmala provides a range of outdoor activities for those exploring the Val Varaita. The region features more than 20 routes across various sports, with more than 18,000 visitors having shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars. For hiking, the extensive woodlands and mountainous terrain offer numerous paths, including trails around the Santuario della Madonna della Misericordia and routes leading to viewpoints like the Croce di Valmala. Explore these options further with the Hiking around Valmala guide. Cyclists can find both road and mountain biking routes, utilizing the varying elevations and diverse terrain; the MTB Trails around Valmala and Road Cycling Routes around Valmala guides offer detailed information. The peaceful environment and natural trails also make Valmala suitable for jogging.
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4.3
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4.9
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103
hikers
4.56km
01:42
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
hikers
8.98km
03:42
570m
570m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10.2km
03:13
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430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7.02km
02:13
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280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
18.4km
02:44
770m
770m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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32.6km
05:05
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1,550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10.1km
01:21
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
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21.1km
03:30
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1,070m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.1
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279
riders
47.2km
02:15
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73.8km
04:19
1,650m
1,650m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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37.6km
02:09
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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116
riders
31.3km
01:30
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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178
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62.2km
06:32
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1,800m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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41.7km
03:55
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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70.7km
06:53
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2,080m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.3km
02:13
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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79
riders
32.1km
02:19
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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39.2km
04:04
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1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
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40.8km
02:37
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
27.7km
01:42
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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49.4km
03:53
1,430m
1,430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.5km
03:20
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
48.8km
03:22
930m
930m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Valmala offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports. These activities utilize the diverse landscape, which ranges from birch and chestnut woods to pine, fir, and larch forests.
Valmala features 23 routes on komoot, covering various sports. These routes have been explored by more than 18,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in Valmala is 4.51 out of 5 stars.
Valmala offers 15 hiking routes, with trails around the Santuario della Madonna della Misericordia being popular. Routes leading to the Croce di Valmala provide expansive views of the Turin and Cuneo landscapes. More information can be found in the Hiking around Valmala guide.
Yes, Valmala has mountain biking routes that utilize the region's diverse terrain and varying elevations. There are at least 2 dedicated mountain biking routes available. Detailed information on these trails is provided in the MTB Trails around Valmala guide.
Valmala is suitable for road cycling, with routes that take advantage of the region's elevations. Cyclists can find specific routes designed for road biking. The Road Cycling Routes around Valmala guide offers further details.
Yes, Valmala provides a peaceful environment with natural trails suitable for jogging. There are 4 jogging routes available on komoot. The Running Trails around Valmala guide can assist in finding suitable paths.
A primary point of interest is the Santuario della Madonna della Misericordia, a significant religious site with well-kept gardens. The Croce di Valmala offers panoramic views. The broader landscape includes diverse forests and views of Monviso.
The trails around the Santuario della Madonna della Misericordia are often described as peaceful and accessible, making them suitable for families. The varied terrain includes lower-altitude wooded areas which may offer less strenuous options. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the Hiking around Valmala guide.
The Santuario della Madonna della Misericordia complex is well-equipped with parking facilities for visitors. This central location provides convenient access to many of the surrounding trails and points of interest in Valmala.
Komoot offers several guides for Valmala, including Hiking around Valmala, MTB Trails around Valmala, and Road Cycling Routes around Valmala. There are also guides for jogging, touring cycling, and gravel biking.
Valmala is now annexed to the Comune di Busca. The official website for the municipality is comune.busca.cn.it. For information specific to the Santuario, the website is santuariovalmala.it.
Valmala is situated on a plateau at 4,528 feet (1,380 meters) above sea level. This elevation contributes to the panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The terrain features varied altitudes, from lower woods to higher forests.

