zoncolan by bicycle
Transcription
zoncolan by bicycle
HOW AND WHERE Road bicycle tours in the cycle touring park of Carnia ZONCOLAN BY BICYCLE 15 7 10 14 07 13 08 07 10 15 13 09 07 08 10 09 10 08 11 06 Regione Friuli Venezia Giulia 14 09 AUSTRIA Forni Avoltri Sauris 13 12 11 AUSTRIA Ravascletto ZONCOLAN 07 Tarvisio 10 Arta Terme Forni di Sopra A23 Tolmezzo Gemona del Friuli Piancavallo San Daniele del Friuli SLOVENIA Europa Cividale del Friuli UDINE SLOVENIA Palmanova GORIZIA A4 TREVISO 14 09 Aquileia VENEZIA Lignano Sabbiadoro Grado 05 07 TRIESTE 06 08 SLOVENIA 06 HOW TO GET THERE By car Motorways A4 Torino - Trieste A23 Palmanova - Udine - Tarvisio A28 Portogruaro - Conegliano 13 12 Aeroporto FVG Ronchi dei Legionari A4 05 Italia PORDENONE A28 05 1758 Malga Varmost Regione Friuli Venezia Giulia 05 06 07 12 05 13 13 By plane Regional Airport of Trieste 40 km from Trieste and Udine 15 km from Gorizia 80 km from Pordenone www.aeroporto.fvg.it 06 11 12 09 By train www.trenitalia.it Call Centre 89.20.21 07 13 14 09 11 06 06 Design and Creation: Five Zone Udine _ Cartography: Attilio De Rovere _ Printing: Grafiche Risma - Pordenone _ Texts by Agenzia TurismoFVG Translation by: D’Agostini Organizzazione Dipartimento linguistico Dagoservice _ Photographs: Archivio Turismo FVG, Archivio Carnia Welcome, N. Brollo, Campanile, U. Da Pozzo, M. Verin, L. Gaudenzio (dal libro “Carnia confine tra cielo e terra” Ed. Selekta), Pentaphoto. TOURIST INFORMATION AGENZIA TURISMOFVG Villa Chiozza - Via Carso, 3 I - 33052 Cervignano del Friuli (UD) tel +39 0431 387111 / fax +39 0431 387199 [email protected] INFOPOINT TURISMOFVG di Arta Terme via Umberto I, 15 - 33022 Arta Terme (Ud) tel +39 0433 929290 / fax +39 0433 92104 [email protected] Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri DIPARTIMENTO PER LO SVILUPPO E LA COMPETITIVITÀ DEL TURISMO Realised within the “Alpi Estive” interregional tourism development project (Law 135/01), with the co-financing of the Department for Tourism Development and Competitiveness, Italian Presidency of the Council of Ministers. INFOPOINT TURISMOFVG di Forni di Sopra via Cadore, 1 - 33024 Forni di Sopra (Ud) tel +39 0433 886767 / fax +39 0433 886686 [email protected] INFOPOINT TURISMOFVG di Ravascletto p. Divisione Julia - 33020 Ravascletto (Ud) tel +39 0433 66477 / fax +39 0433 616921 [email protected] FROM MESTRE TO ZONCOLAN FROM OVARO LIENZ, CROSTIS AND ZONCOLAN FROM OVARO Lake of Sauris The Spa of Arta Terme PARTENZA START 70,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) ARRIVO FINISH 0,0 PARTENZA START 45,0 60,0 90,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) 130,0 140,0 ARRIVO FINISH 99,0 DISTANCE (km) DISTANZA 140,7 176,1 180,4 218,0 ARRIVO FINISH From Lienz, with gentle slopes, you will pass through Sillian, you will cross the State border and you will soon reach Innichen and then Sexten, where the road starts climbing until reaching the Pass of Monte Croce Comelico at 1636 metres of height, short descent as far as Padola and then climb to the Passo di Sant’Antonio Pass, after which you will face a long and hard descent that will lead you to Lozzo di Cadore. From here climb towards the Passo della Mauria pass, cross it and keep going downhill for over 30 km until reaching Villa Santina. Here the route starts to get really hard. The first short climb leads to the hamlet of Avaglio and the route continues as far as Comeglians, where a greater difference in height (1426 metres) begins, which allows to reach the top of Mount Crostis. From here, down a slight descent, you will enjoy breath- 0,0 PARTENZA START 46,1 54,0 96,2 DISTANZA DISTANCE(km) (km) MONTE ZONCOLAN - 1.730 OVARO - 536 MONTE CROSTIS - 1.982 › TYPE: Mestre - top of Mount Zoncolan › REFERENCE: Villa Santina Paularo, Ovaro › LENGTH: 218 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3250 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1730 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 22% › DIFFICULTY: extreme › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt ›DURATION: whole day › WATER SOURCES: We suggest to make use of a support car for supplies HOW TO GET TO THE START The start is situated in Lienz, a town in eastern Tyrol (Austria). taking views along a stretch of some kilometres. After reaching the Casera Valsecca hut you will find a nose dive descent that will lead you to Ovaro, where the last steep climb to Mount Zoncolan starts; 1200 metres of difference in height with average slopes of 12% will allow to reach the top and to finish the stage. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE DETAILS OF THE ROUTE VILLA SANTINA - 362 AVAGLIO - 738 ZONCOLAN - 1.730 RAVASCLETTO - 958 OVARO - 530 65,8 PALUZZA - 568 0,0 START PARTENZA PASSO DURON - 1.069 ›TYPE: Lienz (Austria) - top of Mount Zoncolan. › REFERENCE: Forni Avoltri Ravascletto, Ovaro › LENGTH: 145 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3000 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1730 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 22% › DIFFICULTY: extreme › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt ›DURATION: whole day › WATER SOURCES: We suggest to make use of a support car for supplies PAULARO - 648 DETAILS OF THE ROUTE 1.200 metres of difference in height with maximum slopes of 22%, which lead to the top of Mount Zoncolan. DON’T MISS St. George’s Church in Comeglians, one of the oldest churches in Carnia, which stands in a position that dominates the whole valley, is worth a visit. In Villa Santina, on the other hand, we suggest that you go to the “Col Santino” hill (above Invillino) to visit the Parish Church of Saint Mary Magdalene or to the close “Col di Zucca” hill. PASSO DELLA MAURIA - 1.298 Descend as far as Tolmezzo and enter the But Valley up to Cedarchis and from here up to Paularo to face the second climb that leads to the Duron Pass (a 4.5 km climb with maximum slopes up to 20%). Descend to Paluzza and keep cycling as far as Sutrio. From here, through the Calda Valley, you will reach Ravascletto and you will descend to Comeglians. A very short flat stretch will lead you to Ovaro where “the climb” starts: AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route follows the track followed by the athletes during the stage of the 94th Giro d’Italia, which took place on 21/05/2011. In the past the athletes had faced a track that featured the same start and finish, but this route is much harder because at the end it includes two extremely steep climbs: that to Mount Crostis and that to Mount Zoncolan. P. MONTE CROCE COMELICO - 1.636 Here you will find the first climb that runs through the whole Arzino Valley and reaches the location of Sella Chianzutan at 955 metres above sea level. HOW TO GET TO THE START The start is situated in Mestre in the province of Venice. SESTO - 1.100 Start from Mestre (near Venice) to face a long level stretch that, crossing the municipalities of Casale sul Sile and Oderzo, will introduce you to Friuli Venezia Giulia. You will pass through Pordenone, Spilimbergo and Pinzano al Tagliamento; we are at km 109.7. DON’T MISS In Paularo a visit to the town means hospitality of other times. In addition to the many boroughs and to the three ancient churches, you cannot miss a visit to the Mozartina, a private museum where you will have the chance to admire a precious collection of perfectly preserved ancient musical instruments. SELLA CHIANZUTAN - 955 ZONCOLAN - 1.730 120,0 AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route follows the track followed by the athletes during the stage of the 93rd Giro d’Italia, which took place on 23/05/2010. Except for the first climb, all the hard stretches of the stage are in the territory of Carnia. LIENZ - 665 fork towards Tualis, the route starts climbing steeply again until reaching the hamlet and then Ravascletto. From here a descent will lead you to Comeglians, and down the following plateau you will reach the centre of Ovaro, where the climb to Mount Zoncolan starts, on its hardest side with a difference in height of 1200 metres and an average slope of 12%. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE › TYPE: San Donà di Piave top of Mount Zoncolan. › REFERENCE: Tolmezzo, Sutrio › LENGTH: 185 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3100 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1730 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 20% › DIFFICULTY: extreme › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt ›DURATION: whole day › WATER SOURCES: We suggest to make use of a support car for supplies HOW TO GET TO THE START The start is situated in Lienz, a town in eastern Tyrol (Austria). SPILIMBERGO - 130 RAVASCLETTO - 958 SUTRIO - 534 COMEGLIANS - 553 VILLA SANTINA - 363 FUESSA - 1.012 TOLMEZZO - 323 80,0 90,0 100,0 110,0 120,0 130,0 140,0 150,0 160,0 170,0 180,0 From Lienz, with slight slopes, you will pass through Sillian, you will cross the state border and you will soon reach Innichen and then Sexten, where the road starts climbing until reaching the Pass of Monte Croce Comelico at 1636 metres of height. Here a mostly descending long stretch (about 50 km) starts that, crossing the towns of Padola, Sappada and Forni Avoltri, reaches the village of Rigolato. Then, still descending and after the DON’T MISS In Forni Avoltri the Ethnographic Museum displays objects, furnishings and working tools, recovered and donated by the families of Forni, which tell of the everyday life, the rites and the traditions of the inhabitants of Forni from the beginning of the 19th century to the end of the Second World War. In Ovaro, in the hamlet of Aplis, the Museum of Wood and of the Venetian Sawmill PORDENONE - 15 40,0 50,0 60,0 in fact, up to the start of the ski lifts, the slope is constant and good for cycling. The last 3 km up to Sella Monte Zoncolan, on the other hand, are characterized by extreme slopes up to 20%. AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route follows the track followed by the athletes during the stage of the 90th Giro d’Italia on 30/05/2007. The most intense part of the route is entirely in Carnia. In order to reduce the kilometres, yet keeping the difficulty high, it is also possible to start from Forni Avoltri. MESTRE - 4 30,0 SAN DANIELE DEL FRIULI - 185 Surrounded by nature 0,0 Horse riding in Carnia Now along a stretch on apparently flat ground you will first reach the Municipality of Ovaro, and then the Municipality of Comeglians, where the second climb starts, less intense than the previous one, which leads to Ravascletto. Again down a descent you will get to Sutrio, where you will start the last hard climb to get to Mount Zoncolan. This side of Mount Zoncolan, which staged the first Giro d’Italia on Zoncolan, is not the hardest one; from Sutrio HOW TO GET TO THE START The start is situated in San Donà di Piave in the province of Venice. OVARO - 530 The stage starts from San Donà di Piave and the first 120 km are flat and very easy, you will cross the towns of Portogruaro, San Vito al Tagliamento, Ponte della Delizia to reach Gemona del Friuli and Tolmezzo. Here the hard part starts, the first climb will lead you to the plateau of Lauco crossing the hamlets of Fusea, Buttea, Vinaio until reaching Lauco, from here a short descent will lead you to Villa Santina. DON’T MISS The Gorge of the Vinadia, an example of Alpine river erosion, which starts below the hamlet of Vintner at 807 metres in the Municipality of Lauco and continues in a narrow and deep gorge up to the Municipality of Villa Santina, winding in a continuous series of waterfalls, small lakes among 200-metre high rock faces. RAVASCLETTO - 958 AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route follows the track followed by the athletes during the stage of the 86th Giro d’Italia on 22/05/2003 and is mostly included in Carnia because all the climbs are in this territory. Should one want to reduce the kilometres, yet keeping the difficulty high, it is also possible to start from Venzone. SAN VITO AL TAGLIAMENTO - 30 Panoramica delle Vette LIENZ, MONTE CROCE COMELICO AND ZONCOLAN SAN DONÀ DI PIAVE - 3 Relaxing on the fields THE FIRST RACE ON ZONCOLAN FROM SUTRIO SAPPADA - 1.217 You will also find art and history, preserved by museums, parish churches, churches and important archaeological sites, such as that of Zuglio, and perfectly preserved old town centres, with the characteristic stone and wood buildings. It is pleasant to reach the pretty small Alpine lakes, the countless waterfalls and the various waterways, crossing thick woods rich in herbs and flowers, where you will have the chance to see wild animals, such as chamois, badgers, roe deer, eagles and owls. During the year, in the towns, it is still possible to find the genuineness of the folk festivals, celebrated according to age-old customs. 94th Giro d’Italia Lienz, Crostis, Zoncolan (2011) PASSO MONTE CROCE COMELICO - 1.636 The territory of Carnia is particularly suitable for sports, such as skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer, but also climbing and horse riding, paragliding and canoeing, without forgetting the hikes along nature trails of rare beauty. EXTREME ROUTE 93rd Giro d’Italia Mestre - Zoncolan from Ovaro (2010) SAN CANDIDO - 1.175 Carnia provides unexpected surprises thanks to its deep valleys, to its luxuriant woods and to its high mountains. It is one of the best preserved areas in the Alpine range and has been able to develop in harmony with nature, without damaging the environment, nor spoiling customs and traditions, which make up the deeply-rooted cultural heritage of the mountain people. Discovering Carnia means enjoying nature, sport, amusement, but also quiet, as well as gastronomy with very tasty local dishes. 04 EXTREME ROUTE 90th Giro d’Italia Lienz - Zoncolan from Ovaro (2007) LIENZ - 673 CARNIA AND ZONCOLAN, A REAL PARADISE FOR CYCLISTS 03 EXTREME ROUTE 86th Giro d’Italia San Donà di Piave Zoncolan (2003) ZONCOLAN - 1.730 ZONCOLAN BY BICYCLE 02 EXTREME ROUTE OVARO - 536 01 PORTOGRUARO - 4 INFOPOINT TURISMOFVG di Tolmezzo via della Vittoria, 4 - 33028 Tolmezzo (Ud) tel +39 0433 44898 / fax +39 0433 467873 [email protected] 139,9 145,1 158,8 172,8 196,7 210,0 ARRIVO FINISH › TYPE: Lienz (Austria) - top of Mount Zoncolan. › REFERENCE: Forni di Sopra, Comeglians, Lauco, Ovaro › LENGTH: 210 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 4850 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1982 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 22% › DIFFICULTY: extreme › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt ›DURATION: whole day › WATER SOURCES: We suggest to make use of a support car for supplies 0,0 2,5 5,0 7,5 10 11 HARD ROUTE 25,0 20,0 30,0 43,3 AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR A tour for those who love climbs and long distances. The proposed route allows to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Carnia and to reach the longed-for destination of Mount Zoncolan, even if from the less steep side. Make sure your braking system is in perfect working order, because the descents are very steep and, above From Ovaro go towards Luincis and, shortly after the village, turn right, cross the bridge over the Degano river and turn into the State Road SS 355 in the north direction. After a while keep right and enter the village of Comeglians, cross it and climb towards Tualis. After reaching the centre of the village, turn right towards Salars and then keep cycling towards Ravascletto. Reach the Val Calda saddle and then descend as far as Sutrio, keep right and climb as far as Priola. Follow the main road, cycle down the short de- all, wear clothes suitable for the altitudes reached. DON’T MISS A route that stretches in the shape of an eight. The climb to Mount Zoncolan proposed in this tour is not the one known to everybody as the hardest in Europe, in fact it is the climb from the less steep side of scent and, after reaching the bridge, turn into the State Road SS 52bis towards Arta Terme; cross the spa resort and, shortly after passing the intersection to Zuglio, turn left towards Paularo. Follow the road that provides wide panoramic views and, once in the village, turn left towards Sella Duron and Ligosullo. Go up the climb, which is hard in some stretches, then descend as far as Paluzza, where, after reaching the State Road SS 52bis again, it is necessary to keep left towards Sutrio; AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR A very hard route due to the length and to the difference in height: the climbs are long and reach high altitudes: we suggest that you wear suitable clothes and check the weather conditions. Your effort will be rewarded when you reach the Sella Zoncolan saddle from the side where cyclists climb during the stages of the Giro d’Italia. The hardest climb in Europe is proposed in this loop route after an intense warm-up. DON’T MISS Ligosullo probably was a lookout post guarding the Pontaiba and Incarojo valleys and, in the surroundings, there had to be a network of castles and of fortified towers. Traces thereof can be seen at 20,0 30,0 40,0 DISTANZA (km) (km) DISTANCE 50,0 60,0 TOLMEZZO - 323 PASSO DURON - 1.080 OVARO - 530 MUINA - 575 LAUCO - 750 10,0 TRAVA - 708 CURIEDI - 936 TOLMEZZO - 323 0,0 PAULARO - 650 glio - Trava. After reaching Trava, turn left and after a short descent you will reach the fork in the locality of Chiassis, turn immediately right and after some kilometres you will join again the State Road SS 355, which you will follow as far as the bridge over the Degano stream. Now turn left towards Muina, cross the villages of Agrons, Cella, Luincis up to Entrampo; turn right at the fork, cross the bridge and turn into the State Road SS 355 in the south direction. In Ovaro, turn left towards Liariis and from here towards Mount Zoncolan (10 km with slopes up to 20%). Once arrived at the ZONCOLAN - 1.730 From Tolmezzo head north towards Caneva, cross the bridge over the But stream and, at the end of the bridge, turn right towards Zuglio; shortly afterwards, at the end of the illuminated tunnel, turn left up the climb towards Fusea - Buttea, cycle past the sports ground in the locality of Curiedi and, after reaching the saddle, go downhill following the main road (pay attention to the descent). Cross the village of Buttea and follow the main road towards the saddle of Fuessa, keep cycling downhill towards Vinaio and Lauco. After crossing Lauco, after about 1.5 km turn right towards Ava- START PARTENZA ZONCOLAN - 1.734 10,0 30,0 40,0 OVARO - 530 SELLA DURON - 1.080 RAVASCLETTO - 930 OVARO - 530 0,0 50,0 60,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) 70,0 78,9 ARRIVO FINISH the mount that, even if it is hard, provides more panoramic views as well as the possibility to stop at the shepherd’s huts, which you will find along the route. HOW TO GET TO THE START Ovaro is situated along the State Road SS 355 between Tolmezzo and Sappada. near the bridge over the But stream, turn right and follow the road signs to Zoncolan. Climb for 10 km as far as the start of the chairlifts where the 3 hardest kilometres start. After reaching the Sella Zoncolan saddle, a descent will lead you to Ovaro (pay attention, the descent is hard!). 70,0 84,0 ARRIVO FINISH Castel Valdajer, isolated above the village, along the road that leads to the Dimon lake. In Paularo the “Mozartina”, a collection of ancient and modern musical instruments, is worth a visit. HOW TO GET TO THE START Tolmezzo, we suggest that you park your car in the car park opposite the swimming pool. Sella Zoncolan saddle, go down on the opposite side as far as Sutrio, Paluzza, Treppo Carnico, Ligosullo until reaching the Sella Duron saddle. Descend to Paularo, cross it and, after 2 km, turn right into the road SP 40, which leads to Cedarchis. Turn into the State Road SS 52 bis again in the north direction and, turning left towards Zuglio, you will get back to Tolmezzo. The route can be shortened, therefore, after reaching Entrampo, turn into the State Road SS 355 in the south direction, cross Ovaro, Villa Santina and you will get back to Tolmezzo. From the square of Forni Avoltri turn into the State Road 355 in the south direction towards Ovaro and always descending you will reach Comeglians, shortly after the village at the bridge over the Degano river turn right until reaching Entrampo, from here after 100 metres turn left and follow the road signs to the hamlets of Luincis, Cella, Agrons and Muina. In Muina, near the fountain, go down on the left in the direction of the State Road 355 and, shortly before reaching it, turn OVARO - 530 RAVEO - 500 VILLA SANTINA - 375 MUINA - 573 0,0 5,0 10,0 15,0 20,0 DON’T MISS On the Colle Santino hill, which dominates From the centre of Arta Terme, turn into Via Nazionale in the south direction and you will reach the State Road SS 52bis, keep left towards Tolmezzo and after about 1 km turn right in the direction of Zuglio; cross the bridge and go straight on towards Tolmezzo and, after getting to the hamlet of Caneva, keep right, cross the hamlet and then turn into the secondary road to Villa Santina in the north direction, which runs parallel to and then joins the State Road SS 52. At the first fork towards Invillino turn left and cycle towards the town centre, at the crossroads go left towards Verzegnis. At the end of the climb keep following the main road as far as the first fork, keep left in the direction of Villa di Verzegnis and then of Chiaulis. Keep going downhill following the road signs to Tolmezzo. Enter the town, cycle along Viale Aldo Moro and follow the road signs to the hospital; go past the hospital and turn left towards Caneva. Turn left at the traffic lights, cross the bridge over the But stream and at the end of the bridge turn right towards Arta Terme, AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR Tour with return along the same route suitable for everyone; gentle and short climbs in Terzo. HOW TO GET TO THE START Arta Terme is situated along the State Road SS 52 bis, which from Tolmezzo leads to the pass of Monte Croce Carnico. HOW TO GET TO THE START Tolmezzo: we suggest that you park your car near the municipal swimming pool. cross Terzo and Zuglio and, after the bridge over the But stream, turn into the State Road SS 52 bis in the north direction until getting back to Arta Terme. › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Ovaro › LENGTH: 79 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3100 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1734 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 24% › DIFFICULTY: Extreme › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Excellent › CYCLABILITY: Fully cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: Get ready to spend many hours on your bicycle › WATER SOURCES: In the towns. Absent along the climb to Mount Zoncolan › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Arta Terme › LENGTH: 33.77 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 379 m › MAX HEIGHT: 553 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 7% › DIFFICULTY: Easy › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Good physical training › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 1 to 2 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed. 0,0 5,0 10,0 PARTENZA START 15,0 20,0 25,0 DISTANZA (km) (km) DISTANCE 30,0 33,7 ARRIVO FINISH ARRIVO FINISH ROUTE OF MEDIUM DIFFICULTY DON’T MISS Forni Avoltri is a characteristic mountain village of Carnia with the typical houses with sloping roofs. The ethnographic museum “Cemout chi erin” is worth a visit; the objects are collected by specific themes: kitchen, bedroom, shepherd’s hut and haymaking, various trades, trousseau. Forni di Sopra is one of Friuli Venezia Giulia’s Alpine gems, a famous winter resort and the starting point for interesting hikes in the Friulian Dolomites Park. HOW TO GET TO THE START The start is situated in Forni Avoltri, which is along the State Road 355 that from Tolmezzo leads to Sappada. right towards Raveo. In Raveo, at the roundabout, go towards Villa Santina and, at the end of the village, go straight on until reaching after a short climb the hamlet of Colza. Once in the village, turn right into the descent and you will get to Enemonzo. Turn into the State Road 52 in the north direction, cross Socchieve, Ampezzo and Forni di Sotto and you will reach the village of Forni di Sopra. 30,0 DISTANZA (km) DISTANCE (km) 37,5 45,0 ARRIVO FINISH In winter the area of Mount Zoncolan transforms into a famous ski resort: you can ski up to 2000 metres of height thanks to modern and fast ski lifts, sunny ski runs where snow is guaranteed for the whole skiing season thanks to a modern and complete artificial snow making system; it is not a chance that, over the years, the area has been given the name of “Zoncolan - Sole & Neve” (Zoncolan - Sun & Snow). Twenty-eight kilometres of ski runs and 12 ski lift facilities suitable for all levels, ideal for those who consider skiing as a relaxing moment, but also for expert skiers, who will find hard and breathtaking descents; all this in an extremely charming and beautiful setting, which provides amazing views over the mountains and valleys that surround the “Kaiser Zoncolan”. › TYPE: The route links the villages of Forni Avoltri and Forni di Sopra › REFERENCE: F. Avoltri and F. di Sopra › LENGTH: 58.8 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 1000 m › MAX HEIGHT: 917 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 13% › DIFFICULTY: Medium › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Cyclists with good physical training › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 3 to 5 hours › WATER SOURCES: Water in Ovaro, Raveo and Socchieve 22,5 SUN AND SNOW ALL WINTER LONG IN THE ZONCOLAN SKI AREA One can access the ski runs from Ravascletto by means of the modern “Funifor” cable way, or by car from Sutrio, along the road that climbs up to 1300 metres of height and, then, use the ski lifts to go up higher. There are many ski runs and you will also find some novelties: the Lavet ski run to go back to Ravascletto and the ski run, created in the 2009/2010 season, which links the Lavet ski run and the intermediate station of the Funifor cable way. AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR Loop route that crosses three characteristics Carnic valleys; quite short and gentle climbs. Ideal in autumn and in spring. DON’T MISS In Muina you will find the Church of the Madonna of Loreto, an eighteenth-century building that preserves eighteenth- Leave from Piazza XX September and cycle northwards in Via della Cooperativa and then Via Gortani; turn left at the traffic lights, cross the bridge over the But stream and go straight on in the direction of Villa Santina. After crossing the village of Caneva, go straight on on the secondary road that after 3 km joins the State Road SS 52 again. Cross the centre of Villa Santina and, at the roundabout, follow the State Road SS 52 in the direction of Ampezzo as far as Enemonzo; at the Town Hall turn right up the climb towards the hamlet You will get back to Tolmezzo along the same route, it is not advisable to follow the State Road SS 52 bis because, considering the danger of traffic, in many points it is not suitable for cycling. The route can be extended once arrived in Piano d’Arta by turning into the road that leads to Alzeri, until reaching again the State Road SS 52 bis shortly before the village of Sutrio, and you will get back on the same road. This detour, depending on the pace, will take from 40 minutes to about an hour. century paintings. In Cercivento noteworthy is the Farie di Chec, an ancient blacksmith forge that, although it dates back to the 15th century, remained in operation until 1966. You will have the chance to see the old hydraulic mechanisms in operation and follow the phases of iron working, as well as to visit the exhibition of the ancient working tools and of Colza, cross the hamlet and, down a short descent, you will reach Raveo. In Raveo, near the small square, turn right into the road to Muina, follow it as far as the town centre and, past the church, turn right at the fork and with a series of continuous ups and downs you will cross the villages of Muina, Agrons, Cella, Luincis, Entrampo. After arriving in Entrampo, turn right, cross the bridge over the Degano stream and turn into the State Road SS 355 in the north direction. After about 1 km, keep right and enter the village of Comegli- DETAILS OF THE ROUTE 0,0 PARTENZA START 2,5 7,5 10,0 12,5 DISTANZA (km) (km) DISTANCE The latter allows to follow a ski circuit in the upper part of the area of Ravascletto. Starting from Cuel Piciul, in fact, it is possible to reach Mount Zoncolan by cable way, descend along the Lavet ski run and then get back to Cuel Piciul thanks to this new ski run, providing skiers with even more opportunities. However, the historic slopes of Zoncolan rule: the Tamai ski runs (Tamai 1, 2 and 3) and the Zoncolan ski runs (Zoncolan 1, 2, 3 and 4) stage national and international races as well as training sessions of prestigious national teams that choose this location, thus testifying its technical and competitive value. Mount Zoncolan in winter › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Tolmezzo › LENGTH: 86 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3600 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1730 m › MAX SLOPE: 20% › DIFFICULTY: Very well trained cyclists › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Excellent › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 5 to 8 hours, get ready to spend many hours on your bicycle › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed 15,0 cal research in Carnia and an up-to-date picture of the results acquired during the investigations carried out. In the town of Tolmezzo, on the other hand, you will discover the pleasure of walking under the arcades of the old town centre among shops looking for typical products from Carnia. 15,0 18,5 › TYPE: Loop route ›REFERENCE: Tolmezzo › LENGTH: 18.6 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 200 m › MAX HEIGHT: 445 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: Not significant › DIFFICULTY: Easy › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Suitable for everyone › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 1 to 2 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed ARRIVO FINISH Sun and snow all winter long in the Zoncolan ski area DETAILS OF THE ROUTE 7,5 Leave from Piazza Centa and cycle northwards in Via della Cooperativa and then Via Gortani, at the traffic lights turn left, cross the bridge over the But stream and, at the end of the bridge, turn right and follow the road signs to Zuglio - Arta Terme. Go straight on, following the main road and, immediately after the village of Zuglio, cross the bridge over the But stream and turn into the State Road 52 bis in the north direction towards Arta Terme. The town centre of Arta Terme is the destination of the route. DON’T MISS Today the sulphur waters of the ancient Pudia spring are canalized in the modern complex of the Spa of Arta Terme and are ideal for relaxation and for rehabilitation treatments. In Zuglio the Municipal Archaeological Museum provides visitors with an overview of the current state of archeologi- Much space is given to snowboard enthusiasts as well: the most demanding snowboarders will enjoy themselves in spectacular evolutions in an area entirely dedicated to them, while a boarder-cross and ski-cross track and an area exclusively reserved to air evolutions have been designed for Free Style enthusiasts. The Zoncolan area is not suitable for expert skiers only: those who decide to try this sport for the first time will have the chance to attend ski classes with the instructors of the Carnia ski school, who are expert in teaching traditional Alpine skiing, crosscountry skiing and snowboarding, as well as the new techniques of fun carving, telemark skiing and in teaching to disabled athletes. On request the classes can be held in various foreign languages: English, French, German. Those who want to leave their skis on the edge of the ski run for some hours and plunge into these enchanting places, walking in the quiet of the woods, will have the opportunity to follow snow-covered trails with the “Cjaspe” (snowshoes) either on their own, planning their routes in complete autonomy, or joining the guided hikes that are organized in the areas, with expert guides who will lead hikers to the discovery of an enchanting landscape, which will provide them with an unforgettable experience. 25,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) PARTENZA START 13 EASY ROUTE mosaic floor have been discovered. We also would like to point out the mines of Cludinico and the Parish Church of Gorto. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE DETAILS OF THE ROUTE 0,0 the village of Invillino, there is the old parish church of St. Mary Magdalene, one of Carnia’s historical buildings. The near Col di Zuca hill, on the other hand, was a very ancient worship and burial place: next to the small church of the Madonna del Ponte (Virgin of the Bridge), in fact, the remains of an Early-Christian church of the 5th century A.D. with a beautiful ROUTE OF MEDIUM DIFFICULTY AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route links the two tourist resorts of Forni Avoltri and Forni di Sopra crossing most of the towns of the Degano Valley and of the Tagliamento Valley, it can be followed in the opposite direction as well, its level of difficulty remaining unchanged. START PARTENZA AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The route is not very hard from a physical point of view, it features gentle climbs, beautiful panoramic views and the possibility to stop to enjoy the artistic beauties of the places crossed. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE FROM THE UPPER DEGANO VALLEY TO THE UPPER TAGLIAMENTO VALLEY A CLIMB ALSO KNOWN AS “THE HELL” 117,0 ARRIVO FINISH CARNIA’S CHIEF TOWN AND ITS VALLEYS From Forni to Forni Mount Zoncolan from Ovaro 100,0 SURROUNDED BY NATURE 15 HARD ROUTE 12 EASY ROUTE 75,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) ON THE TRACES OF THE VIA IULIA AUGUSTA PARTENZA START FINISH ARRIVO 50,0 PASSO DURON AND MOUNT ZONCOLAN FORNI DI SOTTO - 770 14 OVARO - 530 MUINA - 573 35,0 DISTANCE DISTANZA (km) (km) 25,0 PARTENZA START Loop route of the But Valley FORNI DI SOPRA - 917 15,0 0,0 47,9 ARRIVO FINISH › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Ovaro › LENGTH: 27.5 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 690 m › MAX HEIGHT: 573 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: Short stretch with a slope of 10% › DIFFICULTY: Easy › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Suitable for everyone › CYCLABILITY: Fully cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 1 to 2 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed The Valleys of Carnia COLZA - 520 10,0 37,5 › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Villa Santina › LENGTH: About 120 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 3500 m › MAX HEIGHT: 1980 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 25% › DIFFICULTY: Extremely hard › PHYSICAL TRAINING: excellent › CYCLABILITY: Fully cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: Get ready to spend many hours outdoors › WATER SOURCES: In the towns. The climb to the Panoramica is long, carry a good amount of water Loop route around Mount Zoncolan FORNI AVOLTRI - 870 5,0 COLZA - 520 VERZEGNIS - 540 OVARO - 530 0,0 START PARTENZA 30,0 DETAILS OF THE ROUTE The Channel of San Pietro in Carnia DETAILS OF THE ROUTE › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Ovaro › LENGTH: 43.3 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 917 m › MAX HEIGHT: 571 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 20% › DIFFICULTY: Medium › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Fairly good physical training › CYCLABILITY: 100% cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 2 to 3 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed 22,5 DISTANZA (km) (km) DISTANCE DETAILS OF THE ROUTE 0,0 START PARTENZA 7,5 15,0 22,5 of the various objects that were produced. HOW TO GET TO THE START Tolmezzo: we suggest that you park your car near the municipal swimming pool. ans, cross it and climb towards Tualis, after reaching the village turn right towards the hamlet of Salars. Cross the village and keep cycling towards Ravascletto, reach the Sella Val Calda saddle and then descend as far as Sutrio. After crossing the bridge of Sutrio, turn right and then, after about 400 metres, turn into the tourist road to Piano d’Arta. After crossing the villages of Piano d’Arta and of Arta Terme, you will get to Ponte di Zuglio, turn right and go straight on as far as Tolmezzo. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE TOLMEZZO - 323 village of Muina and, after the church, turn right at the fork and along a series of continuous ups and downs crossing the villages of Muina, Agrons and Cella and you will reach Ovaro. 15,0 HOW TO GET TO THE START Ovaro is situated along the State Road SS 355 between Tolmezzo and Sappada. and, shortly before reaching it, turn right towards Raveo. In Raveo, after reaching the small square characterised by the monument, keep left and go towards Villa Santina; after the bridge over the Degano river, turn left and follow the State Road SS 355 until getting to Ovaro. SELLA VAL CALDA - 978 after the bridge over the Tagliamento turn left into a narrow road descending towards the Industrial Area of Villa Santina, turn left and then go straight northwards as far as the fork that leads to the State Road SS 52. Keep cycling towards Enemonzo and, when you reach the village, turn right into the climb towards the village of Colza, cross the village and keep cycling towards Raveo. Reach the village and, at the first small square characterised by a monument, turn right into the road to Muina. Climb to the centre of the 7,5 ing Panoramica delle Vette. After the ups and downs always on apparently flat ground, along many hairpin bends you will descend to Ravascletto and, after reaching the Val Calda saddle turn right to get back to Comeglians. Now turn into the State Road SS 355 and, going south, cross Ovaro and get back to Villa Santina. The route can be shortened avoiding the climb to Mount Crostis, therefore, after arriving in Entrampo, turn into the State Road SS 355 in the south direction, cross Ovaro and get back to Villa Santina. From Ovaro follow the State Road SS 355 northwards as far as the village of Comeglians, at the Tomasin Pizzeria keep right and enter Comeglians, cross it and shortly after the square turn left going downhill into the State Road SS 355 again in the south direction. After about 2 km at the bridge turn right towards the Val Pesarina valley and in Entrampo turn left towards Luincis. Follow the main road through the hamlets of Cella and Agrons as far as Muina and, at the fountain, go left in the direction of the State Road SS 355 DON’T MISS The village of Applis comprises the Museum of Wood and of the Venetian Sawmill as well as a fauna exhibition. At the Church of S. Martino di Cella, after the fortuitous finding of some early medieval tombs, an early Christian basilica has been found. Today, thanks to a special floor cover, the Christening font can be clearly seen. MUINA - 574 From Ovaro turn into the State Road SS 355 in the south direction towards Tolmezzo, cross Villa Santina and enter Tolmezzo through the roundabout; after the short descending stretch turn right towards Verzegnis, go straight in Via Val d’Arzino and, after Tolmezzo, follow the road signs to Verzegnis, turning right immediately after the bridge of Avons. At the first houses of Chiaulis turn right towards Villa Santina, cross Villa di Verzegnis and follow the road signs to Invillino. At the end of the descent, immediately HOW TO GET TO THE START Ovaro is along the State Road SS 355 between Tolmezzo and Sappada. 0,0 PARTENZA START HOW TO GET TO THE START Villa Santina is situated along the State Road SS 52, which from Tolmezzo leads to the mountain village of Forni di Sopra. AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR A tour suitable for everyone, without great differences in height. It features only one short climb midway along the route. The flat stretch along the Degano stream is really beautiful. COLZA - 520 DON’T MISS The Intermunicipal Park of the Carnic Hills is in the area of the confluence of the Degano stream with the Tagliamento. The reliefs form a series of hills facing the sun and covered in fields and woods. The territory is the crossroads of the two State Roads that lead to the upper Tagliamento valley and to the Cadore and to the Channel of Gorto. ARRIVO FINISH homemade beer. TOLMEZZO - 323 AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR A route of medium length with a couple of steep climbs. The stretch from Enemonzo to Ovaro is beautiful and with little traffic. It is possible to make a short detour and visit the lake of Verzegnis. › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Villa Santina › LENGTH: 48 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 893 m › MAX HEIGHT: 577 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 21% › DIFFICULTY: Medium › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Fit › CYCLABILITY: Fully cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 2 to 3 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed towards the Val Pesarina Valley, paying attention at the Forcella Lavardet col: at the hairpin bend keep right on the main road that, always descending, will let you cross the whole valley as far as Entrampo. Cross the bridge over the Degano river, turn left into the State Road SS 355. Cross the village of Comeglians and climb to Tualis. Here the third and last climb starts, which is surely the hardest. Reach the village of Tualis and then keep cycling towards the Chiadinis hut and Mount Crostis riding along the enchant- TOLMEZZO - 323 THE INTERMUNICIPAL PARK OF THE CARNIC HILLS 16,4 › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Villa Santina › LENGTH: 16.5 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 150 m › MAX HEIGHT: 500 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 9% › DIFFICULTY: easy › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Suitable for everyone › CYCLABILITY: Fully cyclable › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 1 to 2 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed DON’T MISS Sauris is a small Alpine gem set among the mountains of Carnia, in still unspoilt nature, rich in shepherd’s huts and mountain pastures. It is well-known for its famous ham, for the cheeses and for the ARTA TERME - 445 Val Degano and Val Tagliamento Valleys 15,0 DETAILS OF THE ROUTE From the square of Villa Santina near the Church turn into the State Road SS 52 and follow the road signs to the Passo della Mauria pass until reaching, after Ampezzo, the fork that allows to get to the Passo Pura pass. Climb to the pass and descend on the opposite side to the lake of Sauris. After the dam turn left towards “la Maina” and start the second hard climb. You will reach the villages of Sauris di Sotto and Sauris di Sopra and, up two steep slopes, you will reach the Sella di Razzo saddle. Now descend fort made on this undoubtedly hard route. Considering the altitudes reached, we suggest that you wear suitable clothes. TOLMEZZO - 323 ROUTE OF MEDIUM DIFFICULTY 12,5 turn right immediately after crossing the bridge of Avons. After arriving in Chiaulis, keep climbing towards Chiaicis (the lake is worth a visit), then turn right towards Villa di Verzegnis. When you are near Villa di Verzegnia, turn left into Via Cadore towards Invillino. When you get to the town centre of Invillino, turn left and get back to Villa Santina. DETAILS OF THE ROUTE ARTA TERME - 505 09 10,0 DISTANZA DISTANCE (km) PARTENZA START ter arriving near Entrampo, turn right, cross the bridge over the Degano river and turn right again in the south direction. Cross Ovaro and Villa Santina and, after 2.8 km, turn left towards Vinadia at the fork, following the road that runs parallel to the State Road SS 52 and, after arriving in Tolmezzo, turn right at the traffic lights and cycle towards the hospital, turn into Via Val di Gorto, keep going straight in Via Val d’Arzino and, after crossing Tolmezzo, follow the road signs to Verzegnis being careful to ZUGLIO - 415 EXTREME ROUTE Length of over 100 km, difference in height of over 1500 metres. From the square of Villa Santina near the church, turn into the State Road SS 355 in the north direction towards Ovaro and, just outside the village of Villa Santina, turn left towards Raveo. After getting to Raveo, enter the village and, at the first small square, characterised by a monument, turn right into the road to Muina. Climb as far as the town centre of Muina and, after the church, turn right at the fork and cross the villages of Muina, Agrons, Cella and Luincis until reaching Entrampo. Af- VERZEGNIS - 553 ROUTE OF MEDIUM DIFFICULTY Length from 30 to 60 km, difference in height of about 1000 metres. VILLA SANTINA - 375 HARD ROUTE Length from 60 to 100 km, difference in height of over 1000 metres. VILLA SANTINA - 375 EASY ROUTE Length from 20 to 30 km, difference in height of about 300 metres. RAVEO - 500 Hereinafter you will find the main parameters used to define the level of difficulty HOW TO GET TO THE START Villa Santina is situated along the State Road SS 52, which from Tolmezzo leads to AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR The Tagliamento Valley leads cyclists to Sauris, a village immersed between nature and ancient traditions. Along the Panoramica delle Vette, on the other hand, leaving from the village of Tualis, you will get to 2000 metres above sea level reaching the slopes of Mount Crostis. The magnificent high-altitude traverse and the nice descent will reward the ef- SAN MARTINO, THE PARISH CHURCH OF GORTO AND THE MUSEUM OF APPLIS PANORAMICA DELLE VETTE - 1.980 LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY OF THE ROUTES DON’T MISS In Luincis the traditional factory “I Salumi di Carnia” produces and sells characteristic gastronomic products, such as the “Fillet” and smoked cold meats. The formation of the lake of Verzegnis, situated in a green valley near the hamlet of Chiaicis, at 493 metres of height, derives from the building of an imposing dam, which blocked the basin of the Ambiesta stream. It is frequented mainly by fishermen and by those who love quiet. Typical of Verzegnis are the biscuits “Plume di Soreli” (Feather of the Sun), characterised by the colour of ripe maize. Do not forget to visit the archaeological excavations, the ancient Parish Church and the quarry from which the famous red marble from Verzegnis originates. EASY ROUTE On the Slopes of Mount Col Gentile CASERA RAZZO - 1.739 right, cross the bridge over the Degano stream and turn into the State Road SS 355 going south towards Villa Santina. Follow it for about 7 Km until getting back to Villa Santina. The route can be extended without particular physical effort reaching Ovaro, therefore, after crossing the bridge over the Degano stream, turn left northwards and follow the State Road SS 355 for about 3 km until reaching Ovaro. To get back, follow the same road. the mountain village of Forni di Sopra. VILLA SANTINA - 375 From the square of Villa Santina near the church turn into the State Road SS 52 and follow the road signs to the Passo della Mauria pass; 1 Km after the village of Villa Santina, after reaching Esemon di Sotto, turn right towards Esemon di Sopra, enter the small village and, at the fountain, turn left towards Raveo. After getting to Raveo, enter the village and, at the first small square, characterised by a monument, turn right into the road to Muina. Shortly before reaching Muina turn AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR A route of medium difficulty, with some climbs that are quite hard in some stretches; your effort will be rewarded by the beauty of the villages you will cross. An ideal route to combine practice with a pleasant tour. INVILLINO - 350 Moreover, according to the season, to the weather forecast and to the heights reached, it will be necessary to wear suitable clothes and to carry suitable equipment. Finally, we suggest that you make use of a support car on the longest and hardest routes. All the instructions contained in this guide have been searched for by the author according to knowledge. The use of the guide is at the user’s own risk. According to the law, we will not be held liable for any possible accidents and damages that may occur. HOW TO GET TO THE START Villa Santina is situated along the State Road SS 52, which from Tolmezzo leads to the mountain village of Forni di Sopra. SAURIS: A GEM IN CARNIA ARTA TERME - 505 The description of the routes has been made by the members of the A.S.D. Carnia bike association with the aim of providing users with a detailed and precise description. We would like to point out that the files for the GPS navigation of the routes in the gpx format are available on the website of the association (www.carniabike. it). Every user will have to carefully choose the route that best suits him/her keeping into account his/her technical level, experience and physical training and not forgetting to check the passability of the roads before starting, because in spring and autumn they may be covered in snow. on Mount Castellano, from which you can cycle as far as the locality of Valdie, is extremely pleasant. NOT ONLY MOUNTAINS: THE LAKE OF VERZEGNIS VERZEGNIS - 420 INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CORRECT USE OF THE MAP DON’T MISS The “Esse di Raveo” are biscuits produced since 1920 and traditionally made according to the original recipe: flour, sugar, eggs, butter. The characteristic “S” shape was created because, as they were handmade, it was easier and faster to shape them in this way. From the landscape point of view, the walk that leads to the “Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin” Tagliamento, di Gorto, Lumiei, Valcalda Valleys MUINA - 572 AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR An easy route, with few climbs, suitable for families with children as well. You will cross the countryside of Villa Santina and Raveo riding along roads with little traffic. We suggest that you stop in Raveo to purchase the local biscuits. Val di Gorto and Tagliamento Valleys PASSO PURA - 1.443 CYCLING PEACEFULLY SURROUNDED BY NATURE 08 HARD ROUTE VILLA SANTINA - 375 Loop route of the Degano Valley 07 ROUTE OF MEDIUM DIFFICULTY OVARO - 530 06 EASY ROUTE VILLA SANTINA - 375 05 37,5 DISTANZA (km) (km) DISTANCE 45,0 52,5 58,3 ARRIVO FINISH › TYPE: Loop route › REFERENCE: Tolmezzo › LENGTH: 59.4 Km › DIFFERENCE IN HEIGHT: 1315 m › MAX HEIGHT: 978 m a.s.l. › MAX SLOPE: 10% (in Muina there is a stretch of 150 metres with a slope of about 20%) › DIFFICULTY: Medium › PHYSICAL TRAINING: Good › CYCLABILITY: 100% › ROAD SURFACE: 100% asphalt › DURATION: From 3 to 4 hours › WATER SOURCES: In the towns crossed Sun and snow all winter long in the Zoncolan ski area plete and satisfying way ever, coming down slopes covered in powder snow, a magical feeling that only off-piste skiing can provide. Among the various proposals, one in particular is an off-piste skiing tour that can be done by many: from the Zoncolan you will reach, by the ski lifts, the “Das Goles” top (1750 metres). Here the descent begins: you will descend westwards, a summer road will give you the direction, crosswise, then up a gentle climb you will reach the Marmoreana di Pozof hut (1583 m.). Past it, wider and wider slopes, distant valleys, the joy of dominating still unspoilt spaces. It is impossible to get wrong, the route is varied, the wood on the sides shows the direction: it is a skiing and nature experience towards the enchanting villages of the Val di Gorto valley. The finish is in Clavais, a small village at 826 metres of height. This off-piste tour is done habitually by ski instructors with their clients: an unforgettable experience for everyone. Moreover, in the Zoncolan ski area, cross-country ski enthusiasts will find a 2.5 km track, which unwinds among woods and gentle ups and downs: a track suitable for everyone. The ski area is also equipped with an illuminated toboggan run, ramps for ski jumping, fitness centre and indoor swimming pool (inside the “Sportur Hotel” and the “La Perla” hotel). Among the classic “après ski” facilities, the “Club Tamai” and the Monte Zoncolan restaurant stand out: situated at the centre of the ski runs that come down from the top of Mount Tamai at 1764 metres of height, they are a synonym for warm welcome, hospitality, good food and great cheerfulness. Many events will take place during the skiing season: the New Year’s Party, night walks in the moonlights, weekends with aperitifs and many charcoal grilled specialities: lobsters, warty venus clams, swordfish and sea bass, accompanied by excellent D.O.C. (Denomination of Controlled Origin) wines. Children, too, will have fun thanks to the parties dedicated to them. Imagine yourself on a beach of …snow, with the echo of the music that accompanies the chatting of people around you, the joyful cries of the children on the games, and with the “Club Tamai” transformed into an ice-cream parlour with tasty and irresistible sundaes. The area can boast the presence of cosy hotels and Alpine huts and the near famous Spa of Arta Terme, where many relaxing and wellness treatments (customizable as well) are available. The fearless ones, those who want to reach the top of snow-covered slopes with their own forces, almost touching the sky, will have the chance to do ski mountaineering: ideal for those who love to put their limits to the test, for those who are never tired and wish to experience the mountains in the most com-