Nature Reserve Guide
Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro is a nature reserve in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, characterized by the dynamic ecosystem of the Taro river. This area features a diverse landscape of gravel beds, wetlands, wooded strips, and cultivated zones, shaped by the river's flow. The park's varied terrain and natural features make it suitable for several outdoor activities, including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, and more. It serves as an important ecological corridor, supporting rich flora and fauna,…
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4.3
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Average rating
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People visited

4.0
(4)
18
riders
45.1km
03:04
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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63
riders
64.4km
03:58
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

55
riders
35.5km
03:28
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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48
riders
74.4km
04:56
1,100m
1,100m
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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51
riders
50.5km
04:49
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.5
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11
riders
34.5km
02:55
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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44
riders
41.7km
02:58
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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34
riders
42.7km
03:07
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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1
riders
18.7km
00:58
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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112
riders
42.0km
01:56
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

92
riders
55.1km
02:46
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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58
riders
91.6km
04:35
1,340m
1,340m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
(28)
122
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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35
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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55
hikers
10.8km
02:46
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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19
hikers
13.6km
03:41
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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49
runners
9.20km
00:57
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
7.32km
00:45
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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18
runners
10.0km
01:02
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
19.4km
02:02
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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58
riders
65.3km
04:37
1,180m
1,180m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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29
riders
42.3km
02:47
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
15
riders
54.3km
03:47
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
82.6km
06:00
1,400m
1,400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The park features 108 routes, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 2,000 visitors.
Popular touring cycling routes include the Taro River Cycle Route, a moderate 28 mile [45 km] path. Another option is the Vineyards in the Carrega Woods – Villa Casino dei Boschi loop from Fornovo, which is 30 miles [48 km] long and rated moderate. More options are available in the Cycling around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro guide.
The park offers several mountain biking trails, such as the Loop of Collecchio, a difficult 31 mile [50 km] route. The Corte di Giarola – Casino dei Boschi di Carrega loop from Ozzano Taro is a moderate 21 mile [34 km] trail. Explore more trails in the MTB Trails around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro guide.
Yes, the park features the "Ciclovia del Taro," which includes a relatively easy, flat itinerary on quiet country roads. This path is suitable for touring cycling and families. The park also offers easy hiking routes, such as the Footbridge over the Naviglio Taro – Corte di Giarola loop from Gaiano, which is 4 miles [6.5 km] long.
The park's ecosystem is shaped by the Taro river, featuring gravel beds, wetlands, wooded strips, and shrublands. Where the river widens, sand and gravel islets appear. The area boasts significant botanical diversity with around 800 plant species and is a critical stop for over 250 species of migratory birds.
Yes, Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro is known as the "Park of Birds" due to its importance as a critical stop for over 250 species of migratory birds annually. Species like the Little Egret, Night Heron, and Common Tern can be observed. Its designation as a Special Protection Area highlights its ecological significance for birdlife.
The routes in Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro are popular, with more than 2,000 visitors having explored the area. There are 108 routes available, which have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Cycling around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro, MTB Trails around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro, and Hiking around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro. Other guides cover road cycling, gravel biking, jogging, and attractions.
Bike and mountain bike rentals are readily available in the area. E-bike rental points are also becoming available within the broader Parchi del Ducato network, which includes Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro.
The park is managed by the Ente di Gestione per i Parchi e la Biodiversità Emilia Occidentale (Parchi del Ducato). Information is available on their official website: parchidelducato.it. The Parchi del Ducato office in Collecchio can be reached at +39 0521802688.
The park offers a variety of hiking trails, primarily easy walks and excursions amidst nature. Examples include the Footbridge over the Naviglio Taro – Corte di Giarola loop from Gaiano, an easy 4 mile [6.5 km] route. The varied landscape provides engaging routes for different levels, as detailed in the Hiking around Parco Fluviale Regionale del Taro guide.

