Autumn lights up the landscapes with red, yellow, and orange, transforming forests and hills into picture-perfect landscapes. It’s the ideal season to slow down, breathe in the fresh air, and be amazed by nature’s colors. Whether it’s a simple Sunday stroll or a more challenging hike, every outing becomes an opportunity to experience the magic of the foliage.
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Enthusiasts are guided by AllTrails, the leading platform for outdoor hiking, chosen by millions of users worldwide. In Italy, the app lists over 18.800 trails, making it easy to find routes suitable for all levels, from simple scenic trails to treks immersed in forests and mountains.
Here are some of this season’s most scenic trails, chosen by the AllTrails community:
Lombardy – Val di Mello
Filorera – Rasica via Torrente Valle di Mello
A circular route of approximately 18 km that alternates between coniferous forests, green pastures, and spectacular views of the granite boulders and the crystal-clear stream.
Trentino-Alto Adige – Brenta Dolomites
Vallesinella Waterfalls – Casinei Refuge
A 5 km trail that runs along the Sarca di Vallesinella stream and offers views of the Cascate Alte and Cascate di Mezzo waterfalls. The destination is the Casinei Refuge, a perfect spot for a panoramic break.
Tuscany – Val d’Orcia
Via Francigena, Stage 96: San Quirico – Radicofani
A journey through Italy’s most iconic hills, through historic villages and groves to the fortress of Radicofani.
Abruzzo – Lake Scanno
Hermitage of Sant’Egidio – Heart Observatory
A trail of over 3 km leads to the hermitage, with breathtaking views of the famous heart-shaped lake.
Puglia – Umbra Forest
Laghetto d’Umbra – Falascone
A loop trail among centuries-old beech trees and a karst lake, perfect for leisurely walks and birdwatching.
Sicily – Hyblaean Mountains
Cavagrande del Cassibile via Sentiero Carrubella
A nearly 10-kilometer circular hike in the Cavagrande Nature Reserve, amidst canyons, lakes, and Mediterranean vegetation.
Whether close to home or a few hours’ drive away, every autumn trail offers unique atmospheres: warm colors, profound silence, and the pleasure of walking immersed in changing nature. With AllTrails, choosing the right itinerary becomes part of the adventure.
