Nature Reserve Guide
Natural Park Lame del Sesia is a nature reserve spanning approximately 900 hectares along an 8 km section of the Sesia River, characterized by a distinct fluvial landscape. This area features "lame" (abandoned river channels), winding meanders, dense forests, and expanses of gravel and sand, offering a unique natural environment. The dynamic ecosystem, shaped by the Sesia River, provides diverse terrain suitable for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more. It serves as a significant natural…
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4.7
(6)
31
riders
68.3km
05:20
150m
150m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
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28
riders
37.6km
02:39
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
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44.6km
03:15
80m
80m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
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41.5km
03:06
70m
70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12.6km
03:11
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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5.98km
01:31
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
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7.01km
01:47
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
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11.0km
02:47
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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60
riders
108km
05:10
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

40
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97.1km
04:32
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29
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101km
04:44
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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17
riders
40.8km
01:32
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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34
runners
9.93km
01:04
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.4km
01:04
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.4km
02:55
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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10.2km
01:08
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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14
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
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48.0km
03:10
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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14
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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12
riders
61.7km
03:38
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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7
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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65.9km
03:51
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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112km
06:44
430m
430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Natural Park Lame del Sesia offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The park features an extensive network of paths suitable for various outdoor pursuits.
Natural Park Lame del Sesia features 80 routes on komoot, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings. More than 600 visitors have shared their experiences in the park.
Popular mountain bike routes include the "Lame del Sesia Park Loop from Vercelli," a difficult route of 42.5 miles (68.3 km). Other options are the "Sesia River – Enoteca Regionale di Gattinara loop from Arborio" at 23.4 miles (37.6 km) and the "Cavour Canal Crossing – Along the Sesia for 8 km loop from Recetto" at 27.7 miles (44.6 km). More routes are available in the MTB Trails around Natural Park Lame del Sesia guide.
The park offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including those categorized as easy. While specific easy MTB routes are not detailed, the park's diverse network includes options for less experienced riders. The Gravel biking around Natural Park Lame del Sesia guide may offer suitable alternatives.
Notable hiking routes include the "Sesia River Crossing Walk (via Route 924)" at 7.7 miles (12.3 km) and "Sentiero Novara Stage 2: From Casaleggio to San Nazzaro" at 7.8 miles (12.5 km). For easier options, the "Cathedral of Saint Eusebius – Amedeo Avogadro Monument loop from Billiemme" is 3.7 miles (5.9 km). Further information is available in the Hiking around Natural Park Lame del Sesia guide.
The park's extensive network of walking and cycling paths includes options suitable for families. Routes with easier difficulty grades, such as some hiking or touring cycling paths, can be suitable for family outings. The park's natural features provide an engaging environment for all ages.
The park is characterized by a fluvial environment, featuring "lame" (abandoned river channels), winding meanders, and reflective water surfaces. It also includes dense forests, gravel and sand areas, and the Isolone di Oldenico Special Nature Reserve, a major heron nesting ground.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking around Natural Park Lame del Sesia, MTB Trails around Natural Park Lame del Sesia, and Road Cycling Routes around Natural Park Lame del Sesia. Other guides cover Easy hikes, Cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails.
Road cycling options include the "Elvo Castle loop from Greggio" at 25.3 miles (40.7 km) and the "Cavour Canal – Abbey of San Nazzaro loop from Villata" at 19.8 miles (31.9 km). The park offers routes with varying difficulty, including easy options. More routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Natural Park Lame del Sesia guide.
The park is accessible throughout the year, allowing visitors to experience its natural beauty and engage in activities across all seasons. This year-round accessibility provides flexibility for planning visits.
The official website for Natural Park Lame del Sesia is integrated into the larger network of protected areas: parcoticinolagomaggiore.com. The phone number for the park is +39 0161 73112.
Natural Park Lame del Sesia is a habitat for diverse wildlife, particularly birds. It hosts one of Italy's largest heron nesting colonies, with species such as little egrets, grey herons, cormorants, and cattle egrets. Other avian species like mallards, kingfishers, and water rails are also present, alongside various rodents and rare reptiles.

