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    Looking for the best hiking in Italy? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Italy. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

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    • Amalfi, Italy

      Hike from Amalfi to Ravello and Atrani

      5.0
      Beginning in the town center of Amalfi, at the square facing the church, take the road leading directly away from the ocean. Prior to passing the large building over the road, take the staircase on the right onto a small "street." Continue up the mountain, taking the roads on the right that lead ...
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    • Braies, Italy

      Hike or Run the Alta Via 1 in the Dolomites

      5.0
      93.2 mi / 26250 ft gain
      The Alta Via 1 is the definite trail through the Italian Dolomites, showcasing some of the most scenic terrain in all of the Alps. It begins at Lago di Braies and ends in the town Belluno, covering 150 kilometers and over 26,000' of elevation gain.Unlike backpacking or fastpacking in the United S...
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    • Riomaggiore, Italy

      Hiking in Cinque Terre National Park

      4.8
      The Sentiero Azzuro trail travels from south to north through five coastal towns: Riomaggiore, Manarola (0.68 mi), Corniglia (1.25 mi), Vernazza (2.48 mi), and Monterroso (1.86 mi). The trails are very well-maintained and easy to hike, with beautiful views of the coast, beginning with the romanti...
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    • Pietracamela, Italy

      Climb Corno Piccolo

      7 mi / 2500 ft gain
      Corno Piccolo (8710') or "Little Horn" as part of the Gran Sasso Massif, is the rocky, limestone heart of the Italian Peninsula, providing epic views from Adriatic to Tyrrhenian Seas. There are numerous world-class climbing routes to the summit, the most straightforward being a hike from the ski ...
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    • Tarvisio, Italy

      Hike to Fusine Lake

      2.5 mi / 3116.8 ft gain
      If you are passing by Tarvisio, a trip to Fusine lakes is an essential step of your journey. Located about a 1h drive from the city of Udine in northeast Italy, it’s easily accessible and provides plenty of places for parking. Park your car at the beginning of the "Sentiero del Lago" to get to th...
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    • Plesio, Italy

      Hike Monte Grona

      5.0
      2.5 mi / 3280.8 ft gain
      The Mount Grona trail elevates you 1736m above sea level, giving you a breathtaking panoramic views of the Swiss & Italian Alps while overlooking the spectacular Lake Como and its famous villages surrounding the lakeside.Beginning the hike, you wander through forest vegetation, slowly elevati...
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    • Bologna, Italy

      La Via Degli Dei: The Path of the Gods

      81.46 mi / 13802 ft gain
      Make the usual 30 minute train ride from Bologna to Florence last five beautiful days by traversing and camping in the Apennine Mountain Range. The Path of the Gods begins in the main piazza of the ancient Italian city of Bologna (61 m/200 ft above sea level), ascends to 1200 m/3,940 ft, then br...
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    • Auronzo di Cadore, Italy

      Tre Cime Di Lavaredo Loop

      5.0
      6.27 mi / 1352 ft gain
      The famous Italy Dolomites are littered with numerous great hikes to showcase them, however, this trail is the cream of the crop. It will not disappoint. You have the option of hiking up to Rifugio Auronzo from Misurina, which is detailed out here. The other option that makes it easier if you're ...
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    • Barcis, Italy

      Hike to Sentiero del Dint

      1.9 mi / 1722.4 ft gain
      The colors of the water of this lake alone, from green to blue, a great reason to plan a trip to this magical place. But, you shouldn't miss out on the opportunity to follow the Dint Path, a trail through the woods near the Forra del Cellina Nature Reserve.The main path is easily accessible from ...
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    • Auronzo di Cadore, Italy

      Hike to Rifugio Auronzo & The Three Peaks in the Dolomites

      8.7 mi / 1935.7 ft gain
      You start this easy hike from just before the toll road station on the road up from Misurina to Rifugio Auronzo. As you are looking towards the peaks and the trail starts on the right side of the road. The first part of the route takes you through some forest and across a couple of streams before...
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    • Riva del Garda, Italy

      Hike the Old Ponale Road Path at Riva Del Garda

      6 mi / 700 ft gain
      Drive through Riva Del Garda and park along the road once you get past the factory. The trailhead is right before the first tunnel on the right-hand side, it will be clearly marked.  You will be on the north side of the lake and you will be able to see Riva Del Garda throughout your hike as you a...
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    • Genova, Italy

      Hike to Punta Martin

      12.4 mi / 3280.8 ft gain
      Starting from the waterfront of Genova Pegli, behind the railway station, this hike follows the first part of E1 itinerary. After a brief part in a pine forest, you will get to Pian delle Monache, where you walk around a couple of farmers' houses. After a little while, you then reach Cian de Figg...
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    • Duino-Aurisina, Italy

      Hike the Rilke Trail, Riserva Naturale Regionale delle Falesie di Duino

      1.2 mi / 272.3 ft gain
      The Rilke trail stretches for almost 1.7 km along the Karstic cliffs.The path takes you into wonderful Karstic pine woods with a mix of Mediterranean flora all around and many types of surface Karst phenomena.You will find 5 “Belvedere Points” where you can stop and admire the picturesque panoram...
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    • Welschnofen, Italy

      Loop hike around Lago Di Carezza

      1 mi / 20 ft gain
      One of the most scenic lakes in the Dolomites, this spot can be found right along the road as you drive by from Lake Garda toward Lago Di Brais.  One of the richest and deepest blues in a glacial lake in the Dolomites. Definitely worth your time to stretch your legs and hike around this amazing s...
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    • Positano, Italy

      Hike the trail to Santa Maria del Castello in Positano

      2.9 mi / 1640.4 ft gain
      This trail starts right off the street Via Corvo. Look for the signs Via Chiesa Nuova, 82, 84017 Positano SA, Italy. You will begin your ascent on stone staircases, however this will slowly turn into an advanced to difficult trail in parts as it is not upkept well throughout the year. This is a v...
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    • Rabbi, Italy

      Backpack to Sternai Lakes in Stelvio National Park

      18.6 mi / 4265.1 ft gain
      We start our excursion just below Saent waterfall at 1529 mt at around 11 am. The sky is dark and pushes us to move quickly not to get all the storm on our heads. The hut is still far and we move beside waterfalls and woods (trail 106). At around 2000 mt we cross the forest border and we find our...
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