First week back at work after the holidays, so activities are still ramping up. Many colleagues haven’t returned yet, and the days are still long, with sunsets happening late. Because of this, I decided to find a quick and simple…
Category: Hiking
As April 25th, the day of Italian liberation from Nazi fascism, approaches, we decided to retrace the initial stretch of the path followed by the partisans of the 55th Garibaldi Brigade “Fratelli Rosselli” to evade a Nazi-fascist roundup. For this…
For this hike, we brought together two generations spanning a decade apart. The effects of this age difference became evident as we needed to bypass some of the more challenging sections for the “older” group. Nevertheless, the trip was incredibly…
This time, we ventured back to the summit of Mount Resegone via an unusual path, so rarely traveled that in the initial stretch, not only did we not encounter any other hikers, but often the vegetation, mostly composed of thorny…
We had never explored the Portofino Natural Park, a hidden gem just a few kilometers from Genoa, boasting a labyrinth of trails of varying difficulties. It offers one of the most captivating hiking experiences in Italy, with breathtaking views of…
After weeks of incessant rain, the weather forecast finally promised a break from precipitation, although the sky would remain dark and cloudy. So, we decided to resume our hiking adventures with a simple yet satisfying route, one we had experienced…
We decided to return to Resegone, this time taking an unprecedented and unusual route, challenging but immensely rewarding. Starting from the parking lot near the cable car station, we indulged in a hearty breakfast of coffee and apple cake before…
This trail is not particularly well-known, likely because the peaks it crosses are not particularly challenging or famous. However, as is often the case with underestimated things, these peaks can offer immense satisfaction. From their summits, it’s possible to enjoy…
This time, we ascended to the summit of Mount Galbiga via the trail that passes through Gravona. The path is adorned with charming cabins overlooking the lakes, enticing anyone to spend a few days immersed in nature. Upon reaching the…
We decided to return to the Grigna, now covered in snow after several snowfalls in the past weeks. Equipped with crampons and all the necessary gear, we set out from the Cainallo parking lot. The path is enchanting, the trail…