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Circular route Cavazzo Lake (R017)


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  • Lake Cavazzo or Lake of the Three Municipalities
    Lake Cavazzo or Lake of the Three Municipalities
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    A bike route along the slopes of Mount San Simeone, passing through the picturesque medieval village of Venzone and areas of natural and wildlife interest.
    moderate
    Distance 32.3 km
    2:20 h
    168 m
    168 m
    302 m
    183 m
    Itinerary

    Starting from Venzone, you cross the Tagliamento River and cycle along the old military road. Near Cavazzo Carnico, you descend to Lake Cavazzo—also known as Lake of the Three Municipalities—the largest natural body of water in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, where you can take a break at the designated picnic areas. Continue on to Alesso and Braulins until you reach Bordano, the famous “village of butterflies,” from where you return to Venzone.


    This route is part of the “Itinerari della Felicità” (Paths to Happiness ) project by the University of Udine
    Calories burned: 1,450 kcal
    Endorphins produced: 88 pmol/L
    Cost savings: €29
    Reduced CO2 emissions: 4.2 kg
    For more information: Sportland FVG

    Food & Wine

    In Venzone, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, stop by the Pasticceria d’altri tempi to try their must-try “cyclist’s cookie”! RECOMMENDED DISH: Toc in braide

    Author’s recommendation

    This route is suitable for gravel bikes, e-bikes, CTBs, or MTBs.
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    Difficulty
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    Overall difficulty
    moderate

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    302 m
    Lowest point
    183 m
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    Safety information

    A circular route, entirely paved, suitable even for people who are not very fit.
    The route is not marked with signs. The route is accessible by handbike.

    Tips and suggestions

    During the summer, Lake Cavazzo is a popular swimming spot where you can rent rowboats or pedal boats to experience the lake from a different perspective.

    Roadbook

    Coming from the A28 Palmanova-Tarvisio highway, take the Gemona exit and follow the signs for Tolmezzo along SR 13. Once you reach Venzone, at the city gate, there is an intersection with the road leading to the Pioverno Bridge over the Tagliamento River. Before reaching the bridge, a signposted side road leads directly to the train station. Ample parking

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    Intermodal transportation with bicycles: Venzone can be reached via the “Treno+Bici” service on the Udine-Tarvisio line. It is a mandatory stop for all trains, including the special MiCoTra train that runs between Udine and Villach (A) along the Alpe Adria bike route.

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    Venzone (Carnia Station) can be reached via the Train+Bike service on the Udine-Tarvisio line. It is a mandatory stop for all trains, including the special MiCoTra train that runs between Udine and Villach (A) along the Alpe Adria bike route.

    Directions

    A23 Palmanova–Udine–Tarvisio Highway.
    Take the Gemona exit. Follow the signs for Tolmezzo along SR 13.
    Once you reach Venzone, at the city gate, there is an intersection with the road leading to the Pioverno Bridge over the Tagliamento River.
    Before reaching the bridge, a signposted side road leads straight to the train station.

    Parking

    Ample parking near the train station.

    Coordinates

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    46.332049, 13.135400
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    46°19'55.4"N 13°08'07.4"E
    UTM
    33T 356486 5132631
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Book recommendation by the author

    Map titled "Cycling Along the Tagliamento River," published by PromoTurismoFVG in collaboration with Casa Editrice Tabacco.
    The map is available for purchase at PromoTurismoFVG Infopoints for €2.

    Equipment

    A helmet and a supply of water are recommended, especially during the hottest months.

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from Italian.

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    Difficulty
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    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    32.3 km
    Duration
    2:20 h
    Ascent
    168 m
    Descent
    168 m
    Highest point
    302 m
    Lowest point
    183 m
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