Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio
Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio
Nature Reserve Guide
Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio is a nature reserve located across the municipalities of Esanatoglia, Fiuminata, and Fabriano in Italy's Macerata and Ancona provinces. This area is characterized by limestone mountains with rounded peaks, diverse woodlands, and ancient pastures, reaching its highest points at Monte Giuoco del Pallone (1,227 m) and Monte Cafaggio (1,116 m). The varied terrain, including forests of beech and hornbeam, and open mountain summits, provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking,…
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4.2
(155)
Average rating
2023
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4.6
(8)
77
hikers
11.0km
04:00
640m
630m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
27
hikers
21.3km
07:35
1,130m
1,130m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.2
(5)
28
hikers
4.83km
01:25
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(5)
35
hikers
12.0km
03:28
260m
260m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.1
(8)
56
riders
25.1km
03:00
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(3)
16
riders
35.5km
03:50
1,170m
1,170m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.2
(13)
133
riders
35.4km
04:18
1,320m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(3)
31
riders
30.7km
03:57
1,250m
1,250m
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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4.0
(3)
137
riders
77.6km
03:29
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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92
riders
53.2km
02:39
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

34
riders
56.0km
02:41
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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24
riders
39.7km
02:02
590m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51
runners
10.8km
01:21
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

44
runners
19.9km
02:44
850m
850m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3.5
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28
runners
6.40km
00:43
120m
120m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
28
runners
14.8km
01:35
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
riders
48.5km
04:30
1,280m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
(4)
78
riders
32.1km
02:33
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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22
riders
32.9km
02:30
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(6)
25
riders
39.6km
02:41
650m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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96
riders
75.4km
05:34
1,710m
1,710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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10
riders
47.5km
03:26
1,010m
1,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
45.4km
03:22
1,110m
1,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
31.3km
02:35
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The reserve features 86 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,400 visitors.
Popular hiking trails include the Monte Giuoco del Pallone Loop, a 6.8-mile (10.9 km) route, and the Start of the Gorge – Ancient Beech Tree loop from Esanatoglia, which is 7.4 miles (11.9 km) long. Another option is the Mount Cafaggio Summit – Fonte Merennino loop from Esanatoglia, spanning 9.4 miles (15.2 km).
Yes, the reserve provides several mountain biking routes, generally rated as difficult. Examples include the Riserva Monte Giuoco del Pallone e Monte Cafaggio - giro ad anello da Esanatoglia, a 15.6-mile (25 km) loop, and the San Cataldo Hermitage – Esatrail loop from Esanatoglia, which is 18.7 miles (30.1 km). More options are available in the MTB Trails guide.
Road cycling routes in the region often feature challenging climbs. A notable route is the Valico di Campodonico – Sturinalto Fountain loop from Esanatoglia, covering 49.7 miles (79.9 km). The Road Cycling Routes guide offers additional options for exploring the mountainous landscape.
The reserve offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. While specific 'easy' routes are not detailed in the top popular list, the overall hiking guide provides a range of difficulties. Visitors can consult the Easy Hikes in Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio guide for suitable trails.
The reserve is characterized by limestone mountains with rounded peaks. Monte Giuoco del Pallone (1,227 m) offers 360° panoramic views. Monte Cafaggio (1,116 m) is another prominent peak. The area also features diverse woodlands, ancient pastures, and the sources of the Esino River on Monte Cafaggio's slopes.
Komoot offers several guides for the reserve, including Hiking, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Gravel biking, Waterfall hikes, and Attractions.
The reserve is managed by the Unione Montana dell'Esino-Frasassi and the Unione Montana Alte Valli del Potenza e dell'Esino. The Unione Montana dell'Esino-Frasassi can be reached via their official website at www.umesinofrasassi.it or by phone at +39 0732 6951. For the Unione Montana Alte Valli del Potenza e dell'Esino, the phone number is +39 0733 637 245.
The highest point within Riserva Monte Giuoco Del Pallone E Monte Cafaggio is Monte Giuoco del Pallone, which reaches an elevation of 1,227 meters (4,026 feet). This peak is known for offering extensive panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Yes, the reserve features several jogging routes. An example is the Itticoltura loop from Esanatoglia, a 11.3-mile (18.2 km) route. Other options can be found in the Running Trails guide.
The terrain consists primarily of limestone mountains with rounded peaks and gentle slopes. The landscape includes diverse woodlands, such as forests of flowering ash, black hornbeam, and beech, alongside secondary pastures on mountain summits. Ravines feature white hornbeam and hazel, contributing to varied natural environments.

