San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna, a region in the Italian Lombardy, is characterized by its mountainous terrain, dense forests, and serene landscapes, making it a destination for outdoor pursuits. Situated between Lake Como and Lake Lugano, the area offers a blend of rugged natural beauty and accessible trails. The geography, with peaks exceeding 2000 meters and unspoiled valleys, provides varied environments for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
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Routes
4.4
(403)
Average rating
3535
People visited

3.5
(4)
20
hikers
13.8km
06:13
1,070m
1,070m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(3)
16
hikers
9.09km
03:25
640m
630m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(39)
141
hikers
8.04km
02:42
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
94
hikers
17.9km
07:20
1,310m
1,310m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.4
(8)
39
runners
8.49km
01:04
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

2
runners
17.0km
02:48
1,040m
1,040m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
88
runners
15.0km
01:39
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

34
runners
5.42km
00:37
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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5.0
(7)
226
riders
53.3km
05:56
2,100m
2,100m
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
(42)
162
riders
33.3km
03:36
1,480m
1,480m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(19)
89
riders
29.0km
02:43
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(12)
108
riders
45.3km
03:44
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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4.6
(33)
256
riders
36.0km
02:24
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(18)
108
riders
15.2km
01:03
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
68
riders
28.1km
02:46
1,280m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
28
riders
14.2km
01:12
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
139
riders
57.3km
02:36
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(9)
121
riders
36.1km
02:03
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(7)
131
riders
27.9km
01:55
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(3)
121
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
29
riders
50.6km
03:53
1,520m
1,520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.2
(5)
44
riders
26.1km
01:53
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(5)
34
riders
20.8km
01:25
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
29
riders
32.9km
02:40
1,090m
1,090m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
4
hikers
10.3km
04:51
870m
870m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
4
hikers
6.07km
02:22
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5
hikers
14.3km
06:41
1,200m
1,200m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

1
hikers
11.7km
05:57
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 5 routes with an average rating of 4.5 stars. These activities utilize the area's mountainous terrain, forests, and valleys.
San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna provides mountain biking routes for various skill levels, including options through the Val Cavargna on asphalt roads with minimal traffic. Specific trails like the 'Monte Bar Hut – San Lucio Pass loop' offer varying distances and elevation gains. For more details, refer to the MTB Trails around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna guide.
The region offers a network of hiking trails, including paths leading to mountain huts like the Menaggio Hut at 1383 meters, which provides views of Lake Como. Other popular trails include 'San Lucio Trail - Parte Alta' and 'San Lucio trail - Parte Bassa'. The Hiking around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna guide provides further information.
Touring cyclists can find routes through the heart of Val Cavargna, often on asphalt roads with little traffic, leading to villages and high-altitude pinewoods. Historical routes, such as a stretch of the 'Via del Ferro,' also provide unique cycling experiences. The Cycling around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna guide lists available options.
The region features mountainous terrain with peaks like Pizzo di Gino (2245 m) and Monte Garzirola (2103 m). The Rifugio Croce di Campo at 1741 meters offers panoramic vistas. Other natural highlights include Lake Piano, a nature reserve, and the Tobi Waterfall with its accessible pools.
The region offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options that can be enjoyed by families. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the presence of easy mountain bike trails and varied hiking paths suggests suitable options. It is advisable to check individual route descriptions for difficulty and suitability.
San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna is a recognized destination for outdoor activities on komoot. More than 59,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars for the 5 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including MTB Trails around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna, Hiking around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna, and Cycling around San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna. Other guides cover running, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.
San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna is situated in the Italian region of Lombardy. It is nestled between the two prominent lakes, Lake Como and Lake Lugano, offering a strategic location for exploring both the lakes and the surrounding mountainous terrain.
The region is surrounded by the Alpi Lepontine, featuring peaks exceeding 2000 meters. Notable peaks include Pizzo di Gino at 2245 meters and Monte Garzirola at 2103 meters. These mountains contribute to the area's scenic views and challenging terrain.
The official website for the Municipality of San Bartolomeo Val Cavargna is comune.sanbartolomeovalcavargna.co.it. The main phone number for the Comune (municipality) is +39.0344-66123.

