Inside the National Park: towards the source of the Arno and Campigna
A ride immersed in the thick of the woods, ideal for discovering the UNESCO area of the National Park
Climbing on an e-bike towards the heart of the Casentino Forests National Park means entering one of the oldest woodlands in Europe: centuries-old beech and chestnut trees, silver firs planted in the Middle Ages by the Camaldolese monks, shaded forests inhabited by magnificent wild animals, and skies crossed by majestic birds of prey.
The tour starts from Pratovecchio and rides quietly along forest roads towards the source of the Arno where, among roots and moss, this river that crosses all of Tuscany is born – the very river Dante Alighieri references in the Divine Comedy.
Climbing higher still, you reach Passo della Calla and the ridge of Monte Falco, with Casentino on one side and Romagna on the other, before arriving at Campigna and the Sasso Fratino integral nature reserve.
Difficulty level: Easy, suitable for everyone.
Distance covered: from 25 km, depending on the starting and finishing points.
Duration: half or full day.
Prices include
- Excursion booking: daily, subject to reservation and availability.
- Guide service registered in the "Recommended Environmental Guides of the Casentinesi Forests National Park" list.
- Third-party liability insurance.
- E-bike and helmet rental.
Supplemental charges
- Possibility to add tastings, breakfasts, snacks, and visits to museums/castles on request.
- Possibility to adapt the routes to clients' needs (duration, length, elevation gain, places to visit, etc.).
Meeting point
Plan
Highlights:
- Capo d'Arno, where the river Arno is born, and Lago degli Idoli (Lake of the Idols)
- Prati della Burraia (panoramic viewpoint)
- Campigna
- Valley and Casina of the Oia stream
