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Itinerary Coast Hill Monteggiori is a great idea for those like us who love walking or cycling between the sea nature and villages near Pietrasanta

Panoramic route for bikes and trekking in Versilia

Itinerary Coast Hill Monteggiori is a splendid excursion suitable for both those who pedal on gravel or MTB and for those who love walking and hill trekking

We start from Pietrasanta from our B&B Miami Beach 5 min from coast of Marina di Pietrasanta we head towards S. Lucia to reach the scenic village of Monteggiori

The route takes us to see spectacular views

Itinerary features

This circular itinerary alternates asphalt and dirt roads then hilly climbs making it ideal for a varied but accessible workout

The climbs towards Monteggiori are short decidedly intense

They are perfect for strengthening the legs and generating resistance both in the saddle and on foot

Technical Information

° Distance about 12- 15 km

° Difference in altitude 450 m

° Route type : mixed ring both asphalt and dirt

° Recommended activities : gravel bike MTB sports walking trekking

° Level : Intermediate

Itinerary Coast Hill

Let'see what points of interest you will encounter along the way

Santa Lucia 

Old Village on the top of the hill near Pietrasanta with a timeless charm and a panoramic position surrounded by greenery

In ancient times it was known for its excellent position that allowed observation and control of the entire territory, so it was called

Vegghiatoia or Vegliatoia.

The current name drives from the church that dominates the village

Monteggiori

Monteggiori is an unmissable stop on the  Itinerary Monteggiori Coast Hill 

The village is splendid a network of uphill walkways indeed definitelyone that requires you to take a breath.

It has an ancient feel, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view that reaches the coast. If you arrive by car, I recommend that you park in the square upon arrival and then continue on foot or by bike. Here stop at Restaurant Le Tre Terrazze.

The village is splendid, a network of uphill walkways, indeed definitely one that requires you to take a breath. It has an ancient feel, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view that reaches the coast. If you arrive by car, I recommend that you park in the square below upon arrival and then continue on foot or by bike. Here, stop at the Le Tre Terrazze restaurant

itinerary Coast Hill Monteggiori  Tips

For bikes:Knobby or gravel tires recommended

For wlakers : light trekking shoes

Bring water with you

The village is completely in bick and with narrow streets only to be traveled on foot or by bike

in ups and downs decidedly accentuated