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Anello dei Forti di Nava

ModerateLiguria · Italy

GPX
Distance
17.9 km (11.1 mi)
Elevation gain
Minimal
Typical time
3 hr 49 min
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Loop
Highest point
Not recorded

About Anello dei Forti di Nava

Anello dei Forti di Nava is a 17.9 km hiking route in Liguria, Italy. The profile is close to flat, so the distance is the only real variable. Most people take around 3 hr 49 min at a comfortable pace, plus stops. It sits firmly in moderate territory: enough climbing to feel like a proper day out, never enough to become a slog.

There is no one famous view here. The appeal is the sustained quality of the walking and the fact that you are unlikely to share it with a crowd.

It is a 17.9 km loop, so you finish where you started and never repeat a section. It is not consistently waymarked, so carry a map or a downloaded track rather than relying on signs.

Summer here is hot and exposed, so the sensible season runs from autumn through to spring. The nearest town of any size is Imperia, about 26.3 km away, which is where most people base themselves. The route is maintained by Comune di Pornassio.

In short, Anello dei Forti di Nava suits regular walkers who want a full day without technical ground. Dog access is not formally recorded here, so check locally before bringing one.

Route map

Moderate17.9 km

Numbered marks every 5 km

Route line from OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. View the source relation

The route in detail

The loop is usually walked clockwise from the main trailhead. The gradient is spread evenly, so there is no single section that dictates your pace. The return leg is the reverse of the outward journey, which makes it easy to judge remaining time.

Highlights

  • Circular route, no backtracking

Know before you go

Best season
October to May
Waymarked
Not consistently
Surface
Mixed natural surface
Dogs
Not recorded, check locally
Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Entrance fee
No fee recorded
Camping
Not recorded
Drinking water
Carry your own
Toilets
Not recorded
Mobile coverage
Generally usable
Parking
Park at the trailhead, arrive early in high season
Emergency
112 in Europe, 911 in North America

How this trail scores

Computed from distance, ascent, terrain features, surface and access data.

Scenery
34/100

Terrain features, relief and photographic interest

Adventure
25/100

Distance, ascent and how wild the ground is

Difficulty
43/100

Effort index from distance and climbing

Accessibility
50/100

Surface, gradient and ease of reaching it

Family
28/100

Suitability for children who already walk

Dogs
62/100

Access rules, terrain and water along the way

Tips from the trail

  • Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and the quietest paths.
  • Aim for october to may for the most reliable conditions.
  • Download the track to your phone before you leave. Signal is not guaranteed.
  • Leave nothing behind, including fruit peel, and stay on the marked line to protect the ground either side.

Warnings

  • Conditions change with the weather. Check a local forecast on the morning of your walk.

Safety

Emergency services in Italy are reached on 112. Tell someone your route and expected finish time before you set off, particularly if you are walking alone. Mobile coverage is generally usable along this route, but do not rely on it as your only plan. If the weather deteriorates, descending the way you came is almost always the safer option.

What to bring

  • Comfortable, broken-in hiking shoes or boots
  • Weatherproof jacket
  • At least 1.5 litres of water
  • Small first aid kit including blister plasters

Photography

Overcast light suits this route better than harsh midday sun, especially under tree cover. Because it is a loop, the light changes direction as you go, so save some memory for the back half. A wide lens captures the scale, but a short telephoto is what turns a good view into a photograph.

Frequently asked questions

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