Highlight • Mountain Hut
La Lama Refuge
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5.0
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Mountain biking
5.0
(3)
Gravel riding
5.0
(2)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna
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August 31, 2023
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Best routes near La Lama Refuge
4.8
(61)
264
hikers
15.1km
06:36
940m
940m
Embark on a difficult 9.4-mile (15.1 km) hike through the Casentinesi Forests National Park, a journey that typically takes around 6 hours and 36 minutes and includes a substantial 3082 feet (939 metres) of elevation gain. This circular route immerses you in ancient beech forests, leading to the summit of Monte Penna where you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Romagnolo side and surrounding woodlands. You will also discover the picturesque Foresta della Lama, a wide clearing with open meadows and crystal-clear streams, offering a diverse and engaging experience.
To begin your adventure, head to Passo Fangacci, often accessible by car, though be prepared for a potentially unpaved final stretch. This challenging excursion requires good physical preparation, so plan your day accordingly, allowing for the full 6 to 8 hours that the loop can take. The trail involves a mix of ascents and descents, including some steep sections like the "Scalandrini" trail with its stone steps, so wear appropriate footwear and bring enough supplies.
This trail is notable for its location within a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its ancient and pristine forests. You will traverse diverse ecosystems, observing old-growth trees and habitats for wildlife like black woodpeckers. The contrast between the rugged mountain slopes and the gentle, partly marshy plains of La Lama, along with impressive waterfalls such as the 90-meter cascade at Fosso degli Scalandrini, makes this a truly unique and ecologically rich experience.
4.8
(47)
222
hikers
13.7km
05:12
740m
740m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.7
(30)
90
hikers
19.2km
07:04
880m
880m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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