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Grotte di Falvaterra and Rio Obaco Springs
Cycling
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Road cycling
5.0
(1)
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Francesca Lo Monaco 🇮🇹🇵🇹👣🚲🌈🌀
October 17, 2026
Road cycling
Ciociaria) and are part of the Grotte di Falvaterra e Rio Obaco Natural Monument, established in 2007.
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Main features
• Karst complex: They extend for over 5 km and are connected to the Pastena cave system.
• Underground river: They are crossed by a perennial underground river (the Rio Obaco) about 2,350 meters long, with waterfalls, small lakes (such as the Lago Cuore Blu), and icy waters (about 14-15°C).
• Historical and natural heritage: The area includes the river's resurgence, Mediterranean scrub, wetlands, and important archaeological evidence, including ancient polygonal walls from the pre-Roman era.
Speleotourism and experiences
grottedifalvaterra.it
Main features
• Karst complex: They extend for over 5 km and are connected to the Pastena cave system.
• Underground river: They are crossed by a perennial underground river (the Rio Obaco) about 2,350 meters long, with waterfalls, small lakes (such as the Lago Cuore Blu), and icy waters (about 14-15°C).
• Historical and natural heritage: The area includes the river's resurgence, Mediterranean scrub, wetlands, and important archaeological evidence, including ancient polygonal walls from the pre-Roman era.
Speleotourism and experiences
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Grotte di Falvaterra and Rio Obaco Springs
3
riders
141km
09:26
1,800m
1,800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Hard
2
riders
31.8km
02:11
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
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Elevation 170 m