Polinago is a region in the Modena Apennines, situated in the heart of the Frignano district, offering diverse landscapes from river valleys to hilly terrain and mountain ascents. The area features extensive woodlands of chestnut and oak, the scenic Rossenna Valley, and elevations ranging from approximately 300 meters to 1,100 meters. This varied topography makes Polinago suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Polinago can…
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hikers
18.4km
06:02
850m
840m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

10.2km
03:33
570m
570m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

15.2km
05:15
850m
850m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7.32km
02:19
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310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55.3km
03:59
1,160m
1,150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.5km
04:04
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1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
30.1km
02:33
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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23.4km
02:08
510m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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70.3km
03:46
1,320m
1,320m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54.0km
03:02
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26.8km
01:22
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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28
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85.9km
04:15
1,230m
1,230m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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33.8km
03:39
1,210m
1,210m
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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58.4km
06:38
2,360m
2,360m
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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62.3km
06:46
2,310m
2,310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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28
runners
9.89km
01:17
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.7km
01:47
500m
500m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10.3km
01:20
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.46km
00:59
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Polinago offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. There are 16 routes available on komoot for these sports.
Polinago features 8 hiking routes that traverse diverse woodlands and hilly terrain, often connecting medieval villages. These trails offer varied difficulty levels. For more details, consult the guide Hiking around Polinago.
Yes, Polinago has mountain biking trails, including singletrack and mixed trails through varied landscapes. Specific routes like "Taverna-Polinago" and "Polinago-Brandola" are available. Further information is in the guide MTB Trails around Polinago.
Polinago offers engaging road cycling experiences due to its hilly terrain and varied elevations. Scenic provincial roads connect the town to other centers. The guide Road Cycling Routes around Polinago provides route details.
Notable natural features include the Herculean Bridge (Ponte Ercole) over the River Lavacchiello, the Bucamante Waterfalls, and a mud volcano in Canalina. The region also features extensive woodlands and the scenic Rossenna Valley.
Polinago is home to fascinating medieval villages like Gombola and Brandola, which include ancient mills, historic churches, and castle remains. The area also features ancient Romanesque bridges and the neoclassical Parish Church of the Assunta.
Altitudes in Polinago range from approximately 984 feet (300 meters) in Talbignano to 3,609 feet (1,100 meters) at the summit of Mount San Martino.
More than 20,000 visitors have explored routes in Polinago on komoot. The 16 available routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Polinago, including Hiking around Polinago, MTB Trails around Polinago, and Road Cycling Routes around Polinago.
The official website for the Municipality of Polinago is comune.polinago.mo.it. General tourism information for the region is also available through VisitModena and Emilia Romagna Tourism websites.
Polinago's landscape, including its connection to the Modena Apennines and Frignano Regional Park, is suitable for longer, scenic bike tours. Provincial roads connect Polinago to other centers, offering routes through diverse environments. The guide Cycling around Polinago provides options.
Polinago features diverse woodlands with extensive swathes of chestnut, oak, poplar, ash, and hornbeam trees. A dense undergrowth of heather and gorse also characterizes the area, creating varied routes for outdoor activities.
The town hosts events such as the ancient "Fiera dello Statuto" and the "Fiera di San Rocco." These events offer insights into local traditions and community life in Polinago.

