Ruvo Del Monte is a region nestled in the Lucanian hills of Basilicata, Italy, offering a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. The area features extensive woodlands, such as the Bucito municipal woodland with its rich variety of trees and waterways, alongside hilly terrain and panoramic views of the Basento valley. This varied geography provides a suitable setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and road cycling.
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4.6
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25
hikers
2.13km
00:39
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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70
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65
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7.34km
02:13
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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56
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14.8km
01:41
580m
570m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

77.2km
07:05
2,040m
2,040m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
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42.0km
03:41
1,120m
1,120m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56.1km
03:51
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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67.5km
05:21
1,450m
1,450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

22.5km
01:57
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
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54.1km
03:49
1,050m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
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43.2km
02:55
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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15
riders
63.5km
03:30
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

25
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85.7km
04:35
1,540m
1,540m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

12
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31.6km
01:50
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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10
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52.9km
02:48
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Ruvo Del Monte offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and road cycling. The region's diverse landscape, including woodlands and hilly terrain, supports these activities.
Ruvo Del Monte features the Bucito municipal woodland, which contains diverse trees such as oak, beech, fir, and chestnut. The area also offers panoramic views of the Basento valley.
Yes, a dedicated guide for hiking is available. It provides information on various routes and trails in the area. Consult the Hiking around Ruvo Del Monte guide for details.
Mountain biking routes are available, often combining paved ascents with dirt tracks through forested areas. Information on these routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Ruvo Del Monte guide.
Road cycling routes are present, including gently undulating asphalt roads and climbs with expansive views. The Road Cycling Routes around Ruvo Del Monte guide provides specific options.
More than 1,500 visitors have explored routes in Ruvo Del Monte on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.
The region has historical significance, including a 16th-century Castle with an Angevin tower, the ancient Fontana Vecchia, and the ruins of the Benedictine Abbey of San Tommaso.
Komoot offers several cycling guides, including Cycling around Ruvo Del Monte and Traffic-free bike rides around Ruvo Del Monte, covering various cycling styles.
The diverse terrain of Ruvo Del Monte includes varied routes. While specific beginner routes are not detailed, the range of activities suggests options for different skill levels.
The official website for the Municipality of Ruvo Del Monte is comune.ruvodelmonte.pz.it. The main phone number is +39 0976 97035.
The Bucito municipal woodland serves as a habitat for various mammals, including wolves, and a diverse community of birds of prey.
Within the Bucito woodland, the 'Casone' is a historical site once associated with brigands. It now functions as an environmental education center, adding a cultural dimension to outdoor exploration.

