Portico E San Benedetto is a region in the province of Forlì-Cesena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, characterized by its inclusion within the Parco Nazionale Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna. The landscape features ancient forests, rolling hills, and river valleys, including the Montone River and the notable Acquacheta Waterfall. This varied terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Portico E San Benedetto offers a…
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4.6
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723
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10.4km
04:11
460m
460m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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58
hikers
16.0km
06:05
630m
630m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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185
hikers
11.6km
05:19
720m
710m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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hikers
11.6km
04:42
610m
610m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.5
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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128
riders
135km
07:05
2,460m
2,460m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

41
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95.6km
05:33
2,280m
2,280m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
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135km
07:33
2,970m
2,970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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97
riders
32.1km
03:11
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.0km
03:22
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
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116km
08:45
2,900m
2,900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
riders
62.4km
06:25
1,780m
1,780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58
riders
53.2km
05:20
1,650m
1,650m
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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63
riders
28.5km
02:52
1,060m
1,060m
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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200
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41.3km
04:07
1,280m
1,280m
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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92
riders
34.3km
03:32
1,280m
1,280m
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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5.0
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31
runners
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

13
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24.3km
04:24
1,420m
1,420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

12
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20.9km
03:36
1,080m
1,080m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

12
runners
25.4km
04:08
1,120m
1,120m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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8
riders
26.6km
02:02
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.7km
03:20
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
61.5km
04:55
1,660m
1,660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Portico E San Benedetto offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 97 routes across these sports, catering to different preferences and skill levels.
A notable hiking destination is the Acquacheta Waterfall, famously mentioned by Dante Alighieri. Routes like the "Anello dell'Acquacheta" (6.5 miles [10.4 km]) and the "Classic Acquacheta Ring Trail" (9.9 miles [16.0 km]) lead to this impressive waterfall. For more options, explore Hiking around Portico E San Benedetto.
Yes, the diverse terrain of Portico E San Benedetto is suitable for mountain biking, offering rugged trails through forests and over hillsides. Mountain bikers can find technical descents and single tracks. Specific routes are available in the MTB Trails around Portico E San Benedetto guide.
Road cyclists can find challenging climbs and scenic routes through the region's varied landscape. The area provides diverse terrain for racing cyclists. More information on routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Portico E San Benedetto guide.
The Acquacheta Waterfall, where the Montone river cascades approximately 230 feet [70 meters], is a significant natural landmark. Another unique feature is the "smallest volcano in Italy" near Monte Busca, a perennial flame rising from the subsoil.
The region offers trails through olive groves and forests suitable for relaxing walks. The Montone River also provides spots like Chiusa, Brusia, and Gorgoni for summer swims. Many routes cater to various fitness levels, including easier options for families.
Routes in Portico E San Benedetto range from relaxing walks to more challenging ascents. Hikers can find moderate trails like the "Anello dell'Acquacheta" or more difficult options such as the "Classic Acquacheta Ring Trail." Cyclists can also find both rugged mountain bike trails and tough road climbs.
Portico E San Benedetto is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 8,700 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 stars from over 900 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Portico E San Benedetto, MTB Trails around Portico E San Benedetto, and Road Cycling Routes around Portico E San Benedetto. Guides for Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking are also available.
The region's three main villages—Portico di Romagna, Bocconi, and San Benedetto in Alpe—retain intact medieval urban structures. Portico di Romagna features ancient buildings and noble palaces, while San Benedetto in Alpe developed around a millenary abbey. The area's connection to Dante Alighieri adds historical significance.
The official website for the Municipality of Portico e San Benedetto is http://www.comune.portico-e-san-benedetto.fc.it. For direct inquiries, the main phone number for the Town Hall is +39 0543 967047.

