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Ring of the Carnic cycle routes (R015)


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    The route connects the valleys of the But and Degano streams via the bike path from Tolmezzo to Sutrio.
    moderate
    Distance 56.4 km
    4:25 h
    806 m
    802 m
    950 m
    314 m
    Itinerary:

    The loop starts in Tolmezzo and follows the bike path that runs alongside the But Stream toward Zuglio, an ancient Roman town. You’ll reach Arta Terme, then continue up the valley toward Sutrio and arrive in Cercirvento. Continue along SR465 to Ravascletto (elevation 958 m). Descend to Comeglians and continue through the villages of Aplis, Cella, Muina, and Raveo on secondary roads. From Raveo, return to the Tagliamento Valley, passing near Villa Santina, and head back to Tolmezzo along the bike path.

    Food & Wine:

    Carnia is also synonymous with sweets; in the small town of Raveo, you can savor the “esse di Raveo,” crunchy, fragrant cookies made with simple ingredients and shaped like the letter “S.” Meanwhile, Tolmezzo is said to be the birthplace of the treat that became the go-to invigorating pick-me-up after mountain hikes and days spent skiing: tiramisu!
    RECOMMENDED DISH: Sweet Cjarsons from Carnia

    Author’s recommendation

    This route is suitable for people who are somewhat fit, whether riding gravel bikes, e-bikes, or mountain bikes.
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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

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    950 m
    Lowest point
    314 m
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    Safety information

    Route along mixed-use roads with light traffic. The bike path from Tolmezzo to Sutrio is closed due to possible ice.

    Tips and suggestions

    A circular route, partly on a well-maintained dirt road. The route is marked with signs from Tolmezzo to Sutrio, except for the Cercivento–Sella Valcalda–Comeglians–Raveo section, which runs almost entirely along a regional road with light traffic.

    Roadbook

    The But bike path starts in Tolmezzo and follows the river toward Zuglio. Follow the signs for Arta Terme, Sutrio, and Paluzza. To connect to the Val Degano bike path, you must cross the Sella Valcalda pass at Ravascletto (elevation 958 m), a climb that is not as daunting as that of nearby Mount Zoncolan. To return to Tolmezzo, follow the signs for Comeglians, Raveo, and Villa Santina.
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    Public transport

    Intermodal transportation with a bicycle in tow: Tolmezzo is not directly served by intermodal transportation systems for bicycles. The nearest train station is Carnia, about 12 km away.

    Directions

    A23 Highway Palmanova - Udine - Tarvisio - Carnia Exit
    Follow the signs for Tolmezzo. Once you arrive in town, follow the signs for the bus station.

    Parking

    Near the bus station.

    Coordinates

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    46.408476, 13.008119
    DMS
    46°24'30.5"N 13°00'29.2"E
    UTM
    33T 346904 5141361
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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 on sale at PromoTurismoFVG Infopoints for €2.

    Author’s map recommendations

    FREE maps of the area are available at the Tolmezzo information center (Via della Vittoria, 4).
    FREE maps of the area are available at the Arta Terme information center (Via Nazionale, 1).

    Equipment

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

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from Italian.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    56.4 km
    Duration
    4:25 h
    Ascent
    806 m
    Descent
    802 m
    Highest point
    950 m
    Lowest point
    314 m
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