Orta San Giulio is a region situated on the eastern bank of Lake Orta in Italy's Piedmont. It presents a diverse range of outdoor activities, set amidst tranquil lake scenery, rolling hills, and mountainous terrain. This varied landscape supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Orta San Giulio region offers more than 100 routes for outdoor enthusiasts across several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling,…
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Average rating
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4.7
(28)
110
hikers
4.69km
01:21
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(199)
990
hikers
8.11km
02:16
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(9)
32
hikers
6.23km
01:48
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
9
hikers
4.71km
01:23
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(29)
165
riders
69.7km
04:57
1,880m
1,880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.1
(14)
108
riders
43.9km
03:50
1,290m
1,290m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(21)
125
riders
25.4km
01:51
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(19)
58
riders
25.6km
02:27
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(135)
1,939
riders
45.9km
02:17
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(7)
105
riders
58.8km
03:31
1,530m
1,530m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
78
riders
41.3km
02:38
1,140m
1,140m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
22
riders
23.2km
01:45
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(2)
18
runners
10.4km
01:18
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

146
runners
17.2km
01:51
200m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
117
runners
23.7km
03:14
970m
970m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

32
runners
26.9km
03:32
940m
940m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.4
(90)
381
riders
24.1km
01:50
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(32)
134
riders
25.6km
01:46
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(18)
278
riders
44.5km
03:33
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(21)
69
riders
30.7km
02:44
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
68
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(5)
40
riders
46.7km
03:45
1,370m
1,370m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(3)
58
riders
58.2km
04:28
1,490m
1,490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
27
riders
50.8km
03:57
1,490m
1,490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Orta San Giulio offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features over 130 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.39 stars from more than 2,900 ratings.
Popular hiking routes include the path to Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage site with 20 chapels. Another well-known path is the "Sentiero del Viandante," which offers views of the natural beauty and cultural heritage. The walk from Orta San Giulio to Pettenasco, passing through Legro, is also a favored option. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Orta San Giulio guide.
Yes, the region offers trails suitable for beginners. The paths around Sacro Monte di Orta are generally accessible and provide panoramic views. Shorter walks along the lake shore, such as the route from Orta San Giulio to Pettenasco, are also suitable for those seeking less strenuous options. The komoot platform lists 47 hiking routes in the area.
Orta San Giulio provides diverse cycling options, including routes for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The "Ciclovia del Lago d'Orta" offers a scenic route along the shore. For more challenging rides, ascents to Monte Mottarone are available. Specific guides include Road Cycling Routes around Orta San Giulio and MTB Trails around Orta San Giulio.
Specific regulations for dogs on trails can vary. Generally, dogs are permitted on many outdoor paths in the region, often requiring a leash. It is advisable to check local signage or specific route descriptions for any restrictions before starting a hike with a dog.
Key highlights include Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage site with chapels and panoramic views. Isola San Giulio, a small island with a monastery and basilica, is accessible by boat. Lake Orta itself provides a serene backdrop for activities.
There are 131 routes available on komoot for the Orta San Giulio region. These routes cover various sports such as hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The routes have been explored by more than 31,000 visitors.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Hiking around Orta San Giulio, Road Cycling Routes around Orta San Giulio, and MTB Trails around Orta San Giulio. Other guides cover Touring Cycling, Running, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for the Municipality of Orta San Giulio is comune.ortasangiulio.no.it. This site provides information regarding local services and tourism.
The main phone number for the municipal office, which handles tourism inquiries, is +39 800 905 222. The Tourist Office is located at the municipal headquarters in Via Bossi n. 11.
The region offers several family-friendly options. Easy walking paths around the lake shore and the accessible trails of Sacro Monte di Orta are suitable for families. The "Ciclovia del Lago d'Orta" also provides a scenic and generally flat route for family cycling.
Routes in Orta San Giulio on komoot have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on more than 2,900 individual ratings from users who have explored the region's trails and paths.

