Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa is a nature reserve situated on the western side of the Pratomagno mountain range in Tuscany, Italy. Covering 1,279 hectares, the reserve features dense forests of fir and ancient beech trees, with altitudes ranging from 470 to 1440 meters above sea level. This varied landscape supports diverse ecosystems, making it suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa offers more than 50…
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.6
(5)
30
riders
32.5km
02:38
950m
950m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
27.0km
02:09
700m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.9
(7)
105
riders
38.0km
03:28
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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50
riders
41.0km
04:18
1,270m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.6
(58)
119
hikers
9.18km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(33)
106
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(25)
81
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(21)
60
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
146
runners
19.2km
02:32
670m
670m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
runners
5.24km
00:41
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
10.8km
01:17
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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9
runners
11.5km
01:24
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(15)
92
riders
40.1km
04:24
1,350m
1,340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.6
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43
riders
31.5km
03:28
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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20
riders
40.3km
04:19
1,210m
1,210m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(4)
24
riders
19.7km
02:03
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
52
riders
34.0km
02:09
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
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68
riders
49.6km
02:39
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

37
riders
51.8km
03:14
1,420m
1,420m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

31
riders
38.9km
02:28
1,030m
1,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5
riders
25.3km
02:41
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
riders
22.1km
01:47
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
20.5km
02:06
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
20.6km
01:56
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The reserve features more than 70 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 370 ratings.
Yes, the reserve provides hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. An easy route is the Metato di Vallombrosa – Fontana del Lago loop, which is about 2.4 miles [3.8 km] long. For more options, consult the Hiking in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa guide.
Popular touring cycling routes include the Vallombrosa Abbey – Consuma Pass loop, which is about 37 miles [59 km] long. For mountain biking, the Vallombrosa Abbey – Croce del Pratomagno loop covers approximately 25 miles [40 km]. More routes are detailed in the Cycling in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa guide.
The reserve offers easy hiking options suitable for families, such as the Metato di Vallombrosa – Fontana del Lago loop. This trail is about 2.4 miles [3.8 km] long and has an easy difficulty rating. For additional easy options, refer to the Easy hikes in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa guide.
Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa is known for its dense forests of fir and ancient beech trees, including some of Italy's tallest trees. Key landmarks include the historic Vallombrosa Abbey and experimental arboreta with over 3,000 plant specimens. The reserve also features natural monuments and waterfalls.
Yes, the reserve includes routes that feature waterfalls. Hikers can explore these natural attractions. A dedicated guide for Waterfall hikes in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa is available on komoot.
Mountain biking in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa includes trails with varying difficulty levels, from doubletracks to more challenging alpine singletracks. Routes like the Vallombrosa Abbey – Croce del Pratomagno loop are considered difficult. The MTB Trails in Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa guide provides more information.
Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa is a popular destination, with over 1,900 visitors recorded on komoot. The routes in the reserve have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 370 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Riserva Naturale Vallombrosa, including Hiking, Cycling, MTB Trails, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Gravel biking and Attractions.
The reserve offers cool and shady conditions during summer, making it suitable for activities when other areas might be too hot. Autumn provides vibrant foliage displays, which can enhance the experience for hikers and cyclists. Specific weather conditions vary by season.
The main phone number for the Riserva Naturale Statale Vallombrosa and the Reparto Carabinieri Biodiversità di Vallombrosa is +39 055 862020. Information can also be found on the website for the Municipality of Reggello or the Raggruppamento Carabinieri Biodiversità.

