Francavilla Angitola is a region located in the Province of Vibo Valentia, within Italy's Calabria region. Characterized by its predominantly hilly landscape, the area features a mix of woods, olive groves, vineyards, and valleys carved by streams. It is situated within the Parco Naturale Regionale delle Serre and borders the significant WWF Oasis Lago Angitola, a wetland crucial for aquatic birds. This diverse terrain provides a suitable environment for several outdoor sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking,…
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3.3
(3)
5
hikers
13.3km
04:22
620m
620m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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14
hikers
10.2km
03:10
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
1.60km
00:28
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
2.42km
00:45
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
112km
06:37
2,530m
2,530m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1
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17.2km
00:49
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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57
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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57
riders
40.8km
02:05
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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87
riders
24.0km
01:42
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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75
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48.2km
03:28
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62
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29.6km
01:56
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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66
riders
31.4km
02:06
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
runners
9.25km
01:02
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.5km
01:15
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.6km
02:05
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
8.58km
00:54
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Francavilla Angitola offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features more than 40 routes across these sports. Komoot users have rated routes in the area with an average of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Road cycling in Francavilla Angitola features hilly terrain with climbs and descents, including routes through pine forests. The area offers routes of varying difficulty. More information on specific routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Francavilla Angitola guide.
Yes, Francavilla Angitola provides mountain biking opportunities with diverse terrain, including sections in woods with mud and gravel. The region's varied landscape is suitable for exploration by mountain bike. Specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Francavilla Angitola guide.
Francavilla Angitola offers diverse hiking trails, from easy lakeside strolls to more demanding forest routes. Popular options include loops around Lago Angitola and routes with views of the Gulf of Squillace. The Hiking around Francavilla Angitola guide details many of these paths.
Key natural attractions include the WWF Oasis Lago Angitola, a significant natural reserve and wetland for aquatic birds. The region is also situated within the Parco Naturale Regionale delle Serre, offering lush forests and varied terrain. Monte Covello is another popular spot known for its abundant greenery.
The WWF Oasis Lago Angitola is an artificial lake created in 1966, recognized as a 'Wetland of International Importance.' It serves as a crucial habitat for aquatic birds, making it an ideal location for birdwatching. Visitors can find paths along pine forest trails to observe diverse flora and fauna.
Francavilla Angitola is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors contributing to route experiences. The 42 available routes have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Francavilla Angitola. These include Road Cycling Routes around Francavilla Angitola, MTB Trails around Francavilla Angitola, Cycling around Francavilla Angitola, Hiking around Francavilla Angitola, and Running Trails around Francavilla Angitola.
The official website for the Municipality of Francavilla Angitola is comune.francavillaangitola.vv.it. For general inquiries, the central switchboard phone number is +39 0968 722068.
Cyclists in Francavilla Angitola can expect a predominantly hilly landscape with a mix of woods, olive groves, vineyards, and valleys. Routes often feature hills, climbs, and descents, with some sections passing through pine forests or wild environments of the Serre. Gravel or mountain bikes are recommended for routes that may involve sections with mud and gravel.
The region offers routes of varying difficulty for both cycling and hiking. For hikers, paths suitable for all skill levels are available, including easy lakeside strolls. Cyclists can find routes that accommodate different experience levels within the diverse terrain.
Some routes in Francavilla Angitola offer panoramic views. For example, the 'Rocca Angitola – View of the Gulf of Squillace loop' hiking trail provides scenic vistas. Viewpoints are a recognized highlight category for the region on komoot.

