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February 22, 2026
Hiking
This first section, called the Scala Santa, connects the Abbey to Paradisino. Along its route are several chapels, where some of the ancient monks retreated to live as hermits in the Middle Ages.
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4.6
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129
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9.18km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.6
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106
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.6
(26)
91
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10.4km
03:42
500m
500m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Distance 527 m
Uphill 10 m
Downhill 60 m
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