EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY STARTING
JULY 2 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
The Rediscovered Apennines returns to enrich the summer period with a series of thematic itineraries open to all Reno Valley residents and visitors. The calendar of activities offers a thematic journey into the nature, history and food and wine of the area, as well as the art and music of these places.
Thanks to the eighteen dates on the calendar, every Saturday and Sunday in July, August and early September, tourists can be guided on visits by a certified environmental hiking guide, on walks that can vary in length from half a day to a full day, so as to meet the needs of both visitors and families without special training and more experienced hikers.
Sunday is always dedicated to a walking tour of Porretta Terme, which takes on a different focus from time to time: the Spa and the use of its waters, the churches and shrines, centers of local religious life, ancient history, but also the recent history of the Porretta Soul Festival told through the street art of the Sweet art project.
Saturday’s guided tours take place in the territory of the Upper Reno, within the municipalities of Alto Reno Terme and Lizzano in Belvedere, but not only. The narrative of the Apennines thus sets out on different itineraries, recounting the art of yesterday and today, the art of man and nature. The protagonists are the stories and traditions of these places, but also ancient and recent art: from painters, artisans stonemasons and masters comacini, skilled in sculpture and the use of stone, who have left a deep imprint on the whole valley. The gastronomic culture of the territories traversed can be rediscovered in the chestnut farming still practiced today, with the chestnut groves, dryers, and the solid structure of the ancient mills still visited today. Local eno-gastronomic productions tell of ancient traditions still present thanks to visits to producers, farms, bakeries and breweries. However, nature is the real protagonist, with woods and forests, streams, waterfalls and breathtaking views: a very rich biodiversity, characterized by a great diversification of habitats and therefore flora and fauna of great ecological importance. An extraordinary nature, to be discovered one step at a time by ploughing the paths of this territory.
HIKING CALENDAR
July 2 – Porretta Terme, soul and street art – Event included in the Crinali Festival event
A walk through the historic center of Porretta Terme to discover its history and that of the Porretta Soul Festival, told through the murals of the Sweet art project.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
Walk inside the Corno alle Scale Park, in one of the most evocative natural environments, among blueberry heaths, to discover ancient, almost forgotten trades: high-altitude sheep farming. Staying at high altitude, you can then arrive, at the picturesque Scaffaiolo Lake.
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
July 9 – Porretta Terme and its history
Visit the center of Porretta Terme with its history, streets, squares, thermal baths, the church of Santa Maria Maddalena, the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ponte and the walk to Monte della Croce with the beautiful view from above.
Difficulty: 2 out of 5
July 15 – The path of the seven casoni
Immersed in the woods above the village of Lizzano in Belvedere, a loop trail will allow us to learn about the traditions of chestnut farming and life in the woods in the past, amid stories of men and the Apennines.
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
July 16 – Porretta Terme, Monte della Croce, Madognana
Walk to Monte della Croce via Via Pineta and, after a stop to admire Porretta from above, visit the small village of Madognana.
Difficulty: 2 out of 5
July 22 – Monteacuto delle Alpi and the village of Tresana
Walk in the woods in unspoiled nature on the border of the Corno alle Scale Regional Park, among beeches, chestnut trees, streams and the impressive Sanctuary of the Madonna del Faggio. We touch on the spectacular villages of Monteacuto delle Alpi, set on a peak with breathtaking views, and Tresana, with its magnificent hydrangea blooms.
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
July 23 – Porretta Terme, soul and street art
A walk through the historic center of Porretta Terme to discover its history and that of the Porretta Soul Festival, told through the murals of the Sweet art project.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
July 29 – The Randaragna Valley and the Upper Reno Valley.
Hidden in the most hidden heart of the Upper Reno Valley are small ancient villages surrounded by unspoiled wilderness. Everything tells a thousand-year history, in the footsteps of invading armies, wayfarers, pilgrims, woodcutters, shepherds, smugglers and charcoal burners, who have crossed and populated these valleys.
Difficulty: 4 out of 5
July 30 – Porretta’s Baths, history and hot springs
The history of Porretta is closely linked to that of its thermal waters, whose therapeutic properties were known since Roman times: a history to be discovered among the alleys of the ancient center and along the rivers that flow through it.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
August 5 – Ancient routes between Granaglione and Lustrola
We travel along ancient roads between the town of Granaglione and the village of Lustrola, discovering the history of these places, the traditions of a bygone era that still persist today, including through local productions.
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
August 6 – Porretta Terme, Monte della Croce, Madognana
Walk to Mount of the Cross via Via Pineta and, after a stop to admire Porretta from above, visit the small village of Madognana.
Difficulty: 2 out of 5
August 12 – The mills of Randaragna
The wild valley of the Randaragna is the protagonist of this hike that touches small villages that are difficult to reach and tells an ancient story linked to the mountain productions of a bygone era. Waterfalls, streams, abandoned mills and wilderness will captivate you.
Difficulty: 2 out of 5
August 13 – Porretta’s Baths, history and hot springs.
The history of Porretta is closely linked to that of its thermal waters, whose therapeutic properties were known since Roman times: a history to be discovered among the alleys of the ancient center and along the rivers that flow through it.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
August 19 – Granaglione and the Cross of the Swan
II Granaglione territory extends largely on the spectacular steep slopes of the mountains that crown the Reno Valley. The loop trail allows you to pass through dense forests and admire wide panoramic views that are truly impressive.
Difficulty: 4 out of 5
August 20 – Porretta Terme, its waters and the Reno River
The history of an area is always linked to the rivers that flow through it. Historical-naturalistic walk dedicated to Porretta, its thermal waters and the Reno River.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
August 26 – Dardagna Waterfalls
Immersed in the Corno alle Scale Regional Park, we will explore the area. An itinerary in nature, will allow us to follow the development of the Dardagna stream and admire the evocative waterfalls and water games it creates. We will then visit the ancient Sanctuary of Madonna dell’Acero, one of the greatest expressions of popular religiosity in the Bolognese mountains in the past.
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
August 27 – On the trail of Guglielmo Marconi: Porretta – Le Croci and back
Immersed in nature, we follow an easy trail, among forgotten places and historic villages. Locality of origin of the Marconi family where the famous scientist and inventor spent the summers of his childhood.
Difficulty: 2 out of 5
Sept. 2 – Porretta Terme, soul and street art – Event included in the Crinali Festival event
A walk through the historic center of Porretta Terme to discover its history and that of the Porretta Soul Festival, told through the murals of the Sweet art project.
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
HIKING COST:
€5.00 per person. For those staying in accommodation facilities in Alto Reno Terme and Lizzano in Belvedere, participation is free.
Detailed programs of the excursions can be found on the website www.guidappenninotrekking.it
Reservations required at the following contacts:
Cell: 3483408892
info@guidappenninotrekking.it
