Trekking in the Calafuria Reserve
Azimut-Treks
From Castellaccio to Calignaia through the Calafuria Reserve
The Livorno hills and the Livorno coast are presented as an ideal area for trekking, with wild nature, varied morphology and a strong connection to the sea.
The Calafuria Nature Reserve is described as an area of highlands and deep canyons, rich in water and characterized by ancient Mediterranean scrubland.
The excursion offers an easy route to discover this area with a marine atmosphere, with views over the coast south of Livorno and a passage through the Calignaia canyon.
For registration or to request information, click here.
Main information
- Price: 18 euros
- Where: Castellaggio (LI)
- Time: 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Elevation gain: 300 m
- Difficulty: Medium/easy
- Technical difficulty: Short descent on uneven ground halfway through the excursion
- Length: 9 km
- Available places: 25
Itinerary
Departure from Il Castellaccio (LI). The route follows easy cart tracks, staying at altitude among Mediterranean scrubland and coastal views. After about an hour and a half of walking, you reach the coastal area, with a descent along a fairly steep trail towards the Romito road and Calignaia. The lunch break is planned at the cove. After lunch, the walk resumes uphill towards Il Castellaccio, climbing back up the Calignaia canyon. The trail crosses numerous streams and returns to higher ground, until it rejoins the initial cart track and the starting point.
What to bring
- Suitable layered hiking clothing
- Technical shirt and spare shirt
- Windbreaker
- Fleece
- Packed lunch
- Snacks, light bites, bars or dried fruit
- At least 1.5 litres of water; water is available only halfway along the route
Operational FAQ
- Where does the excursion start? The exact meeting point is notified to registered participants.
- How is payment made? Payment is made on site before the start of the excursion.
- Can I pay online? Yes. PayPal, Satispay and bank transfer are accepted.
- Can I bring my dog? Yes, two dogs are allowed per excursion. The guide must be contacted.
- Is it suitable for children? Yes, for children over 12 years old.
- What shoes are required? Trekking or trail running shoes.
- What happens if it rains? In case of bad weather, the excursion is cancelled.
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