Parch Natural Pöz-Odles - Naturpark Puez-Geisler - Parco Naturale Puez-Odle
Parch Natural Pöz-Odles - Naturpark Puez-Geisler - Parco Naturale Puez-Odle
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Parch Natural Pöz-Odles - Naturpark Puez-Geisler - Parco Naturale Puez-Odle is a nature reserve in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, distinguished by its exceptional geological diversity and varied terrain. The park encompasses jagged peaks, high-altitude plateaus, secluded valleys, and dense forests, providing a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This environment supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more, making Parch Natural Pöz-Odles - Naturpark Puez-Geisler - Parco Naturale Puez-Odle a notable destination for…
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4.9
(872)
33,091
riders
62.1km
04:09
2,030m
2,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
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4,769
riders
85.6km
05:28
2,540m
2,540m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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564
riders
21.0km
01:27
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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409
riders
22.0km
01:27
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.9
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5,142
hikers
9.69km
03:24
460m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5,655
hikers
14.7km
05:21
680m
680m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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5,241
hikers
13.3km
04:39
570m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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3,434
hikers
8.12km
02:50
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
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6,633
riders
62.3km
05:01
3,870m
3,880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
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3,922
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
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370
riders
29.9km
02:26
1,860m
1,860m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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48
riders
11.3km
01:16
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.8
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57
riders
25.5km
02:44
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
97.5km
09:09
2,820m
2,820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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58.8km
05:54
1,910m
1,910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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183
riders
32.3km
02:56
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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972
riders
39.3km
03:15
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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1,776
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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637
riders
18.8km
01:24
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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1,324
riders
18.1km
01:32
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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180
hikers
13.3km
07:30
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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65
hikers
15.2km
06:30
1,040m
1,040m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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73
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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42
hikers
13.2km
05:19
820m
820m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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40
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

34
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

37
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8.68km
01:18
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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26
runners
19.4km
02:50
900m
900m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Parch Natural Pöz-Odles - Naturpark Puez-Geisler - Parco Naturale Puez-Odle is a nature reserve located in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It spans over 10,722 hectares and is known for its geological diversity, including jagged peaks like the Odle range and the Puez plateau.
The park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, mountaineering, and jogging. There are more than 150 routes available for exploration across these sports.
Yes, the park features a network of hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. Options range from family-friendly paths to challenging ascents. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Parch Natural Pöz-Odles guide.
Popular road cycling routes include the 'Sella loop and 4 passes', which covers approximately 38.6 miles (62 km), and the 'Marmolada Tour', extending about 53.2 miles (85 km). The 'Sella Pass Ascent from Selva di Val Gardena' is a moderate route of about 13 miles (21 km). More routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes guide.
Puez-Geisler Nature Park offers mountain biking trails that traverse high plateaus and forests. Notable routes include 'Sellaronda on MTB', approximately 38.7 miles (62 km), and the '303a Trail Arena Tour', about 18.6 miles (30 km). Further details can be found in the MTB Trails guide.
The park is characterized by the jagged peaks of the Odle (Geisler) mountain range, including Sass Rigais and Furchetta. Other features include the Puez plateau, the Gardenaccia plateau, and secluded valleys such as Val Gardena and Val di Funes. The park also contains various huts like Firenze, Genova, and Puez huts.
Yes, the park offers easy hiking options suitable for families. The Zannes Nature Experience Trail is an example of a family-friendly route. For more accessible trails, consult the Easy hikes around Parch Natural Pöz-Odles guide.
Puez-Geisler Nature Park is a popular destination on komoot, with over 100,000 visitors recorded. The 153 available routes have an average rating of 4.7 stars from more than 9,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for activities in the park, including Hiking, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking, and Gravel Biking. There are also guides for Running Trails and Mountain Hikes.
The official website for information regarding the nature park is naturparks.bz.it. For direct inquiries, the Puez-Geisler Nature Park Visitor Center can be reached at +39 0472 842523.
Yes, touring cyclists can find routes such as the 'Sella Pass – Pordoi Pass loop', which is approximately 35.8 miles (58 km) long. Another option is the 'View of Corvara – Campolongo Pass loop', covering about 24.1 miles (39 km). More routes are available in the Cycling around Parch Natural Pöz-Odles guide.
Puez-Geisler Nature Park is considered an 'open-air geology book' due to its exceptional geological diversity. It contains unique Jurassic and Cretaceous era deposits and showcases all rock types, sediment strata, and weathering forms characteristic of the Dolomites.

