Nature Reserve Guide
Mont Avic Natural Park, a nature reserve in the Aosta Valley of northern Italy, was established in 1989 and holds the distinction of being the oldest nature park in the region. The park's landscape is characterized by rugged mountainous terrain, featuring steep slopes, high reliefs, and deep valleys, with extensive forests of hook pine, Scots pine, larch, and beech. A defining feature is its abundance of high-elevation glacial lakes, wetlands, and peat bogs, which create diverse environments suitable for several…
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6.76km
03:36
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.76km
03:52
500m
500m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11.3km
04:42
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7.06km
03:44
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620m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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50.1km
03:05
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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21.5km
01:26
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:07
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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15.4km
01:12
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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10.9km
00:47
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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78.5km
06:42
2,710m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.7km
03:16
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.1km
03:00
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1,160m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
8.59km
01:33
490m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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24.4km
04:25
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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20.2km
02:41
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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21.5km
04:26
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1,590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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23.0km
04:40
1,920m
110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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16.1km
01:25
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25.0km
02:25
830m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.9km
03:10
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1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27.6km
03:43
1,310m
1,310m
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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40.8km
04:03
1,230m
1,230m
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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49.9km
04:27
1,450m
1,450m
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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14
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30.2km
02:09
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mont Avic Natural Park offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, and Mountaineering. The park features over 100 routes across these sports. More than 3,000 visitors have shared experiences, with routes averaging 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the Tour of the Lakes Trail, a moderate 4.2-mile (6.8 km) path. Another option is the more challenging Lago Misérin and Santuario della Madonna delle Nevi – loop from Dondena, which is 6.0 miles (9.8 km). The Tour of the Lakes of Champorcher covers 7.0 miles (11.3 km).
Mont Avic Natural Park offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. For a comprehensive list of accessible routes, consult the Easy hikes around Mont Avic Natural Park guide. These routes provide an introduction to the park's natural beauty.
Notable road cycling routes include Col de Joux da Verres — Round trip, a difficult 31.1-mile (50.1 km) route. The Col de Joux – Ascent to Antagnod from Corbet loop from Verres is a challenging 57.5-mile (92.5 km) option. For more routes, see the Road Cycling Routes around Mont Avic Natural Park guide.
The park is known for its extensive high-elevation glacial lakes, wetlands, and peat bogs. Notable lakes include Gran Lago, Lago Misérin, Lago Muffè, and Lago Bianco. The landscape also features rugged mountainous terrain with peaks like Mont Glacier (3,185 m) and Monte Avic (3,006 m), along with streams and waterfalls.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Mont Avic Natural Park. These include Hiking around Mont Avic Natural Park, Road Cycling Routes around Mont Avic Natural Park, and Running Trails around Mont Avic Natural Park. Other guides cover topics like lakes, attractions, and mountain biking.
Touring cyclists can explore routes such as the Dora Baltea Cycle Path: Verrès - Issogne Loop, an easy 6.7-mile (10.9 km) route. A moderate option is the Fort Bard – Echallod Stone Bridge loop from Issogne, which is 19.8 miles (31.9 km). More routes are detailed in the Cycling around Mont Avic Natural Park guide.
The park's terrain is characterized by rugged mountains, steep slopes, high reliefs, and deep valleys. Over a third of its area is covered by extensive forests of hook pine, Scots pine, larch, and beech. Unique geological formations include outcrops of calcareous schist and green stones (ophiolites).
Mont Avic Natural Park features 108 total routes on komoot. These routes span various sports, including hiking, cycling, and jogging. The average rating for these routes is 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 400 ratings.
The highest peaks within Mont Avic Natural Park include Mont Glacier, reaching an elevation of 3,185 meters (10,449 feet). Monte Avic is another prominent peak, with an elevation of 3,006 meters (9,862 feet). These peaks contribute to the park's dramatic mountainous landscape.
Mountain biking trails are available, such as the difficult Dondena Hut – Lake Miserin loop from Champorcher, which is 17.2 miles (27.6 km). Another challenging option is the Arlaz Waterfall – Arlaz Waterfalls loop from Verres, covering 25.4 miles (40.9 km). For more options, consult the MTB Trails around Mont Avic Natural Park guide.
The official website for Mont Avic Natural Park is montavic.it. The main phone number for the park is +39 0125 960643. These resources provide direct contact and official information about the park.

