The trip

LEVEL **

Positive altitude difference of 300 to 600 meters per day.
Maximum positive altitude difference: 600 meters.
Walking time: 4 to 6 hours of walking per day.
Nature of the terrain: easy trails and trails, stairs. Good physical condition required.
Particular difficulties: you have to reckon with a strong heat in summer! Some of the trails are on the mountainside, so caution is recommended. Several series of stairs and "natural" steps will come interspersed with hiking trails.

This trip was made in collaboration with our local partners, who like us are committed to creating an authentic stay for you.

GUIDING

Number of participants between 5 and 15 people supervised by a qualified professional (mountain guide).

ACCOMODATION

** Change of accommodation in 2022 **
Small** family-run hotel located in the historic centre of Moneglia (fishing village), CLOSE to the sea (50 meters from the beach) and the village’s shops. The railway station is 400m away and allows easy access to the villages of Cinque Terre.
Rooms for 2 people, triple or quadruple room possible on request.

MEALS

Lunch at the restaurant or hotel, picnics at noon.

PHYSICAL CONDITION

Be able to easily walk 15 km (in plain) in 3 hours maximum.
If this is not the case, within three weeks of departure, 2 to 3 times a week, we advise you to start a good workout: 4 to 5 km of jogging or 3 to 4 hours of hiking or cycling. Your physical preparation will facilitate your stay and allow you to enjoy it all the more.

Practical information

ACCESS TO THE STARTING POINT

BY PLANE
Milan, Genoa or Pisa
AlItalia, Air France, and low-cost airlines
Then train to Moneglia, see "second stage" by train
From Genoa airport, it is possible to get to the station by train (www.trainitalia.com).
ATM tickets purchased from the airport arrivals area. Alternatively, regular shuttle from the airport to the city center of Genoa in just 30 minutes (company Volabus).

TO CONTACT US

If you are late, contact the agency: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & baggage

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

Clothes

• Hiking trousers
• Shorts (1 swimsuit in case)
• Tee-shirts "breathable" or merino wool
• Long "breathable" or merino wool shorts
• Fleece or sweater
• Windbreaker or Goretex jacket
• Rain cape + gaiters or trousers type Goretex + a bag cape
• A pair of gloves and a light bonnet
• Hat or cap
• Hiking socks (double layer, looped, 1 pair per day)
• Footwear with well-tuned treads and running shoes
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• Spare shoes for the evening

Miscellaneous equipment

• Toilet bag
• Towel (quick drying, sold in a specialist shop)
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Flask or thermos (1.5 liters minimum)
• Knife and cutlery
• An airtight plastic box as a plate for your picnics
• Coffee cup
• Small personal pharmacy (analgesic, dressings type compeed...)
• Survival blanket
• Headlamp or flashlight
• A sack sheet and pillowcase (the cottages provide blankets)
• Two telescopic sticks (highly recommended)
• Valid ID card or passport

BACKPACK

Pack a comfortable 30-40 litre backpack for your day’s effects (warm clothing, a rain cape, a canteen, a box and cutlery for the picnic, sun protection and ID) and a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.