Trek the Apennines mountains to the ghost village

Gattaia, IT

Highlights

  • Trek to the ghost village in the mountainous area
  • Explore the abandoned train station and quarry
  • Enjoy typical Tuscan food and wine
  • Walk among olive, apple, and cherry trees
  • Bird's eye view overlooking the woods

Meeting Point

Vicchio Train Station You can easily reach the meeting place by train from Firenze S.M.Novella station to Vicchio (about 50 min scenic journey through the countryside).

Meeting point

SP 551 Traversa del Mugello, 61, 50039 Vicchio FI , Italy

End point

End Point

Vicchio Train Station You can easily reach the meeting place by train from Firenze S.M.Novella station to Vicchio (about 50 min scenic journey through the countryside).

Meeting point

SP 551 Traversa del Mugello, 61, 50039 Vicchio FI , Italy

End point

What to expect

Trek to the ghost village in the mountainous area of Mugello and discover a natural environment that’s rich in history. Join this adventurous hike, exploring the abandoned train station and quarry, with their charming railway into the wood, and if you're brave walk through the abandoned tunnel. Enjoy typical Tuscan food and wine surrounded by the beauty of nature. Walk among the olive, apple and cherry trees, and climb the hilly landscape for a bird’s eye view overlooking the woods. There are many vantage points for a spectacular view, overlooking both the Apennine ridge and the Faentina railway on the valley floor. The old quarry , surrounded by the beauty of the nature, is the perfect location to relax and enjoy typical Tuscan food and wine, before start the return to the valley.
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Gattaia

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Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What our experts say

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    Bring sturdy hiking shoes for trails
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    Visit nearby Chiesa di San Cassiano
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    Try local wines at the quarry stop
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    Take the scenic train from Florence
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    Carry water; stay hydrated on the hike

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