Things to Do in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge

Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge is a nature reserve in Piedmont, Italy, known for its distinctive "African Savannah-like" landscape. It features expansive grasslands, heath, sparse trees, and wooded valleys. The reserve spans across the provinces of Vercelli, Biella, and Novara.

The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. There are 90 routes available, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 140 ratings.

Yes, mountain biking is a popular activity in the reserve, utilizing a network of easy paths and dirt roads. An example is the Baraggia di Candelo MTB Circuit, a moderate route spanning 12.6 miles (20.3 km). More options are available in the MTB Trails in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge guide.

Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge provides numerous hiking opportunities through its unique landscape. The Candelo Baraggia Nature Reserve Trail is a moderate option covering 5.4 miles (8.7 km). For more choices, consult the Hiking in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge guide.

The reserve features several easy paths suitable for beginners and families. An example is the Silent Park – Baraggia Heathland loop from Cascina Bellavista, an easy 4.1-mile (6.6 km) hiking route. Additional easy options can be found in the Easy hikes in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge guide.

Jogging is well-suited to the reserve's extensive network of paths with limited elevation changes. A popular route is the Baraggia di Candelo – Ricetto of Candelo loop from Benna, a difficult 13.9-mile (22.3 km) trail. The Running Trails in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge guide offers more options.

Yes, the reserve and its surroundings offer various road cycling routes. The Road from Zimone to Magnano – View of Lake Viverone loop from Villanova Biellese is a moderate 36.5-mile (58.7 km) route. Explore further options in the Road Cycling Routes in Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge guide.

The primary highlight is its unique "European Savannah" landscape, characterized by vast grasslands and heath. Geological formations from ancient river and glacier deposits are also present. The reserve is home to diverse flora, including tall grasses and heathers, and a variety of bird species and rare insects.

Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge has attracted more than 1,500 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The 90 available routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on over 140 ratings.

Komoot offers several guides for the reserve, including MTB Trails, Hiking, Running Trails, and Gravel biking. There are also guides for Cycling and Attractions.

The Riserva Naturale Orientata Delle Baragge is managed by the Ente di Gestione delle Aree Protette del Ticino e del Lago Maggiore. Their official website is parcoticinolagomaggiore.it. They can be reached by phone at +39 011 4320011.