Trekking
These trails aren't just routes - they're experiences.
Each step draws you deeper into the landscape, inviting you to slow down, tune in, and move not just across the land, but within it.
In the hills around Sant’Ippolito, every trail tells a story - etched into the land by time and walked by generations. These paths weave through deep forests, river valleys, limestone gorges, and open mountain ridges. Along the way, you'll encounter crumbling castles, quiet hermitages, and hilltop villages where life moves to the rhythm of the earth.
This is not just a place to walk. It’s a place to reconnect - with silence, with movement, with nature.
How to
Essentials for the trail
Come prepared, move lightly, and leave no trace.
- Footwear: Sturdy hiking shoes with good grip
- Clothing: Layered, weatherproof, and breathable
- Gear: Water, food, map or GPS app
- Respect: Pack out all waste, stay on marked trails, and follow park guidelines. The ecosystems here are delicate—and worth protecting.
Some trails may be lightly marked. Download maps in advance or use a reliable trekking app.
Routes range from short, meditative 4 km loops to full-day 30 km treks. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful walk through wildflower meadows or a more demanding climb to a rocky summit, there’s a trail to match your pace.
The diversity of landscapes - rolling hills, Mediterranean coastlines, high mountains, and protected gorges - makes Le Marche a year-round trekking destination. Spring and autumn are ideal, with crisp air, changing colors, and fewer crowds.
Monte Pietralata
The most accessible route to Monte Pietralata’s 889 m summit, this well-marked trail starts from Spelonca Bassa and follows a wide forest road with gentle switchbacks before becoming steeper on a scenic woodland path. The route ends on open meadows with wide views over the Apennines and Candigliano valley.
- Trail number: 446
- Length: 3.9 km
- Elevation gain: 540 m
- Difficulty: E (Hiking)
- Estimated time (round trip): 2.5–3.5 h
- Recommended seasons: Spring, summer, autumn
- Trail type: Forest road + path
- Distance: 14 km (~15 min)
Monte Paganuccio
This scenic trail begins in the village of Furlo near the restaurant “La Ginestra” and crosses the Candigliano River. It gradually transitions from paved road to forest trail, climbing steeply past Casa Roncomaia and reaching the forest refuge “La Pradella.” From here, the path continues through remote woodland and summits Monte Paganuccio (974 m), offering panoramic views. Navigation becomes trickier near the top due to missing trail markings, so extra attention is needed.
- Trail number: 450
- Length: 6.2 km
- Elevation gain: 790 m
- Difficulty: Moderate (E)
- Estimated time (round trip): 4.5–5 h
- Recommended seasons: Spring, summer, autumn
- Trail type: Out & back
- Distance: 14 km (~15 min)
Monte Nerone via Val d’Abisso and Infernaccio Gorge
This is one of the most scenic and demanding hikes in the Pesaro area, taking you from near Piobbico to the summit of Monte Nerone (1,525 m) through the wild Val d’Abisso and the stunning Infernaccio Gorge. The trail follows streams, passes waterfalls and ruins, and ascends through thick forest and rocky gullies. Notable highlights include the "Balza Forata" (a natural arch in the rock face) and panoramic views from the upper pastures. The final stretch to the summit is steep and strenuous, offering a rewarding finish to a physically intense trek.
- Trail number: 1 (CAI 201–200)
- Length: 5.7 km
- Elevation gain: 1,200 m
- Difficulty: Hard (EE)
- Estimated time (round trip): 6.5–8 h
- Recommended seasons: Late spring to autumn
- Trail type: Out & back
- Distance: 36 km (~30 min)
Traversata del Conero
The most scenic trail on Monte Conero, this route crosses hills, coastal cliffs, and forested areas filled with pines, oaks, lavender, and Mediterranean scrub. Starting from Poggio di Ancona, it leads through panoramic viewpoints to Fonte d’Olio, with consistent CAI waymarking (white-red blazes). A diverse and immersive nature walk offering excellent sea views and quiet woodland paths.
- Trail number: 301
- Length: 14 km
- Elevation gain: 550 m
- Difficulty: Moderate (E)
- Estimated time (round trip): 6 h
- Recommended seasons: Spring, Autumn
- Trail type: Point-to-point
- Distance: 90 km (~1 h)
