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Between mountains, sanctuary and medieval villages …. relaxation and sport
Outside the city, nature at her best is calling you for long walks of discoveries, and reveal the beauty of the Biellese region. Starting with a visit to the Riserva Naturale Speciale Parco Burcina (www.parcoburcina.piemonte.it) "Felice Piacenza", a sublime example of English Gardens extended over a hill right at the door of the city, with an extraordinary variety of tropical plants, with the best show achieved in mid May, when the spectacular rhododendron valley is in full bloom.
Or else, a journey back in Roman time, with a visit to the "Riserva Naturale Speciale of Bessa" (www.baraggebessabrich.it/index.php), see the ancient gold mines open to the sky resembling a lunar surface, walk between pebbles mounds giving an effect of extended dunes," residue of past activities in the search of gold", and valleys lush in vegetations.
Even more, take a walk amongst the heath of the " Riserva Naturale Orientata of Baragge" (www.baraggebessabrich.it/index.php) , between centuries old oaks, and discover a surprising savannah scenery set within the frame of the spectacular Alps.
Start your discovery of the "Oasi Zegna"(www.oasizegna.com) , it’s a panoramic terraced view of the valley and surrounding mountains: to be reached via well equipped panoramic homonym walking routes of various distances and difficulties, passing through characteristic mountain villages. The extraordinary combination of scenery and the environment, makes the Biellese region the ideal place to practice nature’s sport activities.
Also important are the trekking offers: in addition to the numerous mountain courses, there is also e ring of medium and low altitude called GTB, Gran Traversata of Biellese, which, within 200 km it crosses the entire province.
For mountain bikes lovers, there is approximately 250 km of well marked tracks within the hills and mountains, with the same amount in woods and dirt paths not marked but practicable, thanks to the new map charts issued by Biella Province, providing also coordinates for GPS location. There is also an opportunity for equestrian tourism with the " Ippovia del Biellese": 200 km of riding tracks; numerous local stables will provide expert tuition and assistance, and give the opportunity of blending with the surrounding nature, follow old traditions, discover rice field and mountain pasture. But that’s not all: the Biellese province is able to guarantee greater emotions to all the people passionate on mountaineering, skiing, nautical skiing, kite skiing, gliding and bungee jumping, with great proposals for golf.
And, for all the people that need relaxation and tranquillity ... Lake of Viverone
For further information, please visit our website at Azienda turistica locale ATL Biella - Link ATL (www.atl.Biella.it)
For any other information please contact your Welcome Point from your plane (Welcome Point)
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