Nature Reserve Guide
Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre', a nature reserve in Piedmont, Italy, encompasses a vast alpine area within the Graian and Cottian Alps. Its landscape features towering peaks, deep valleys, alpine meadows, and dense forests, shaped by Quaternary era glaciations. This diverse topography provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, and more. The park's altitudinal range, from approximately 1400 meters to nearly 3000 meters, supports diverse vegetation zones and offers a range of…
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4.06km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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39.5km
03:39
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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74.4km
04:44
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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27.4km
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:32
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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00:39
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36.1km
03:45
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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.

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38.2km
03:36
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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03:23
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.6km
01:35
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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37.9km
03:25
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55.0km
04:25
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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80.0km
04:40
620m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.08km
04:29
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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03:28
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The park features over 100 routes for various skill levels. These activities are detailed in guides such as Hiking around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' and Cycling around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre'.
Yes, the park offers easy hiking options. An example is the Franks' Trail: Rifugio Amprimo Loop, which is about 2.5 miles (4 km) long. Another accessible route is From Fenestrelle to Laux, covering approximately 3.7 miles (6 km). More options can be found in the Easy hikes around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' guide.
Challenging cycling routes include the Ascent to Pian dell'Alpe, a difficult touring cycling route of about 21 miles (34 km). For road cycling, the Arch of Augustus in Susa – Pont de Novalesa loop is a difficult 46-mile (74 km) route. The Assietta Ridge Road is another difficult touring cycling option, approximately 20 miles (32 km) long.
Yes, Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' offers several gravel biking routes. The Assietta gravel ring from Susa is a difficult route spanning about 46 miles (74 km). Another option is the Avigliana–Condove Cycle Path, a moderate 35-mile (57 km) loop. More routes are available in the Gravel biking around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' guide.
The park's landscape includes towering peaks like Monte Orsiera (2890 m) and Monte Rocciavré (2778 m). It features pristine alpine meadows, dense forests, and cirque lakes such as Lake Chardonnet, Lake Laus, and Lake La Manica. The Cassafrera basin, with its large stone blocks, is another distinctive landscape feature.
The park is generally suitable for outdoor activities from spring through autumn. The Colle delle Finestre, a panoramic 19th-century military road popular for cycling, is typically open to traffic from June to October. Higher altitude trails and passes may be accessible later in the season due to snow.
Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The park's routes have received over 500 ratings, averaging 4.5 out of 5 stars. There are over 100 routes available for various sports.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the park. These include Hiking around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre', Cycling around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre', and Gravel biking around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre'. Other guides cover running, mountain biking, and attractions.
The park is home to a diverse array of wildlife. Visitors may observe marmots, chamois, ibex, deer, and foxes. Wolves have also returned to the area. Birdwatchers can spot golden eagles, goshawks, buzzards, and black grouses.
Yes, in addition to its natural beauty, the park protects historical buildings. Notable sites include the Certosa di Montebenedetto, a 13th-century Carthusian monastery, and the Forte di Fenestrelle, a massive Alpine fortress. These cultural sites offer a blend of natural exploration and historical discovery.
Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre' is managed by the Ente di gestione delle Aree Protette delle Alpi Cozie. The official website for the managing body is http://www.parchialpicozie.it. The main contact number for their legal headquarters is +39 0122 854720.
The park's diverse environments include majestic waterfalls. Hikers can explore routes that feature these natural attractions. A dedicated komoot guide, Waterfall hikes around Natural Park Orsiera - Rocciavre', provides specific routes to experience them.

