The 10 Most Spectacular Hiking Trails in Italy

If you love nature, hiking, and breathtaking views, this guide is for you! We have gathered the best hiking trails in Italy of varying difficulty levels, sure to provide indescribable emotions and enjoyment! Are you ready to put on your hiking boots? Scroll through our top 10!

A beautiful historical trail with origins in the Early Middle Ages, it stretches across the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, passing through the provinces of Pavia, Piacenza, Parma, Massa Carrara. The path is quite demanding: with an elevation gain of almost 6,000 meters, it winds through trails, mule tracks, and dirt roads, crossing valleys and ridges. There is also an official website.

A splendid ancient route connecting Lake Iseo and Val Camonica, recently rediscovered and being restored. The Via Valeriana is mostly cobbled and allows passage through ancient villages, with views of the picturesque Lake Iseo on the Brescia shore. This itinerary is great for photography enthusiasts. SEE ALSO: THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES TO VISIT IN LOMBARDY

A trail that crosses all the towns of the Cinque Terre, unfortunately currently closed in sections due to numerous landslides. Access to the trail is paid, with fees ranging from 5 to 7 euros. SEE ALSO: THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES TO VISIT IN LIGURIA

A rather simple path, suitable for the whole family. The elevation gain is 410 m, and you can admire the incredible views of the Amalfi Coast, with its gardens and lemon groves. The recommended time to hike is 12 months a year, always with appropriate clothing for the season. A stop in Ravello is recommended.

The tratturo is a trail made of grass, stone, or dirt, created by the footsteps of animals: the Tratturo Magno, which connects L'Aquila to Foggia, is the longest of the Italian tratturi. Along the way, you can admire interested sites such as the archaeological site of Peltuinum and the Sheep Customs House in Foggia.

An excursion that stretches from Domodossola to the Ligurian Alps and divided into 55 stages, with durations of 5 to 8 hours each. The route was created to be traveled from south to north.

For an alternative view of Rome, we recommend the "Roma Specchiata" itinerary, starting from Ponte Sublicio to the Auditorium. You can admire the beauties of Rome reflected in the Tiber River. For information and details about the tour, consult the book "Rome, a True Beauty" by Carlo Coronati. SEE ALSO: ALTERNATIVE ITINERARY IN ROME

An ancient trekking route that connects the cities of Bologna and Florence through the Apennines. A truly suggestive view amidst nature, suitable for both hiking and mountain biking. The route was reconstructed in the '90s, restoring places of great natural interest. The suggested 6 stages are recommended.

Old road connecting Lake Ledro and Riva del Garda climbing up the valley of the Ponale stream. Used for car traffic until 1995, when the variant was created, it has been reopened since 2004 as a bike path and trail. It offers incredible views of Lake Garda and is very popular among mountain bike enthusiasts. SEE ALSO: BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN TRENTINO ALTO ADIGE

The Via di Francesco wins our ranking, a spiritual itinerary (but not only) to retrace the footsteps of Saint Francis of Assisi. You can start from the north, from La Verna passing through Città di Castello, Gubbio, and Perugia, or from the south, from Greccio passing through Piediluco, Spoleto, Trevi, Spello. The route features some easy segments and others more challenging.