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Phil went for a hike
July 3, 2026 at 11:34
Chianti loop from PLB brewery
This tour does provide some good views of the wine fields and hills between Castelnuovo Berardenga and Villa a Sesta. However there is one section down in the valley that is extremely uncurated and you basically have to fight through bushwork and thorns like in a jungle. Therefore highly not…
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Phil went for a hike
June 30, 2026 at 06:57
Pania della Croce Loop from a'Zania camping
A truly challenging hike up the Pania della Croce, the "Queen of the Apuan Alps". The path is extremely well marked throughout, especially towards the peak where the terrain gets extremely rocky and Alpine and a clear path wouldn't be visible otherwise. The way down after the peak is very…
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Hike to Scenic Views of the Apuan Alps
Really great loop with medium effort and impeccable views. Starting point has a few parking spots. Parking ticket which is at the same time a contribution to the park is 3 Euros for 24 hours. The hike starts with going down into a valley where the small village of Vergemoli…
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Phil went for a hike
June 6, 2026 at 09:30
La Pietra Pendula di Montepiatto – loop
Nice little hike. Short and steep with a fantastic unobstructed view point over lake Como at the highest point of the tour. A bit tricky to find parking in Torno at the bottom of the hill since the roads are narrow and spaces are limited. So park wherever you find…
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Phil went for a hike
April 5, 2026 at 10:35
Big Loop from Monte Oliveto abbey
Very nice loop. In terms of Tuscany views, epic. The only reason why I would give this route maybe 4 instead of 5 stars is that the first 5 km go along a communal street where you have to watch out for cars and it's not really hiking territory. Views…
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Phil went for a hike
March 22, 2026 at 11:28
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Phil went for a hike
January 9, 2026 at 11:29
Short and beautiful tea plantation loop from Nallathanniya
If you arrive early enough in Nallathanniya and want to discover the area a bit more before your Adam's Peak hike, this is a nice short loop. It starts by a little kiosk opposite of the Blue Sky hotel and the route is easy,leading you through tea fields and beautiful…
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Phil went for a hike
November 30, 2025 at 09:48
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Phil went for a hike
October 25, 2025 at 12:00
Short Radda in Chianti Loop
Don't forget to grab a pint at the Chianti Brewfighters bar during the summer season when you make it back to Radda at the end of the loop.
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Phil went for a hike
September 27, 2025 at 11:22
Brolio Castle Loop
Short and easy, castle, wine. A simple loop where you start and finish at the Brolio wine shop and Eroica cafe with ample free parking. This loop takes you straight up to the castle. Entry fee was 7 Euros as of September '25 and if you keep the receipt you…
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Phil went for a hike
September 13, 2025 at 10:54
Colle Val d'Elsa loop from Quartaia
An easy hike in terms of physicality apart from the overall distance. Not many special views along the way to be honest. But it does take you via Colle old town and the Elsa fluvial park which are the tour's highlights.
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Phil went for a hike
September 5, 2025 at 10:37
Scenic Monte Stivo Loop with Mountain Hut Relaxation
This hike is a wonderful loop with epic views into the Garda and Rovereto direction. Challenging bits on the ascend but the reward after reaching the peak is the "Refugio Stivo" hut with good food and drinks. Easy parking at the starting point of the loop.
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Phil went for a hike
June 27, 2025 at 16:54
Short Crete Senesi loop Ideal for Sunsets
Perfect scenic route with little effort that will give you memorable views and Tuscan panoramas.
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Phil went for a hike
April 27, 2025 at 18:31
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April 27, 2025 at 17:42
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July 5, 2025
This short loop has good parking and just one very manageable hill to climb at the beginning of the route. Views are fantastic throughout the journey. If you head out one to two hours before sunset, you will be met with beautiful sunset vibes and stunning views on Siena in the distance.