Direct Ascent Trail to Monte Somma
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 13 out of 14 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parco Nazionale del Vesuvio
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Location: Somma Vesuviana, Naples, Campania, Italy
Best Hikes to Direct Ascent Trail to Monte Somma
- Expert
4.8
(13)
43
From Santa Maria a Castello to the Summit of Monte Somma03:33
7.31km
650m
Expert4.0
(4)
21
From Santa Maria a Castello towards Monte Somma, the Cognoli di Trocchia and di Sant'Anastasia – loop tour05:33
12.4km
780m
Expert1
From Somma Vesuviana to the Summit of Monte Somma – loop tour06:14
14.9km
990m
Tips
This is the most direct way to reach the top of Monte Somma: the path climbs steeply through the vegetation.
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•September 20, 2023
Challenging but well-trodden and unofficially marked with signs and arrows.
translated by•March 31, 2025
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Location: Somma Vesuviana, Naples, Campania, Italy
Best Hikes to Direct Ascent Trail to Monte Somma
- Expert
4.8
(13)
43
From Santa Maria a Castello to the Summit of Monte Somma03:33
7.31km
650m
Expert4.0
(4)
21
From Santa Maria a Castello towards Monte Somma, the Cognoli di Trocchia and di Sant'Anastasia – loop tour05:33
12.4km
780m
Expert1
From Somma Vesuviana to the Summit of Monte Somma – loop tour06:14
14.9km
990m
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