Easy Sibillini Mountains Walks

Easy Sibillini Mountains walks: the map

The easy routes are spread across several areas of the Park. Municipalities with a Sentiero Natura include Visso, Valfornace, Amandola, Montefortino, Montemonaco, Montegallo and Arquata del Tronto. Outside this network there are other easy walks: the Lago di Boccafornace at Pievebovigliana, the Lago di Fiastra, Bolognola, Sarnano, the Gole dell'Infernaccio and Forca di Presta.

As a guide to timing, the Sentieri Natura mostly take 2-3 hours, with modest elevation changes and lengths ranging from just under 2 to just over 8 km. The Visso Sentiero Natura crosses red zones and is accessible only in some sections. The Montegallo one is open, except for the damaged bridge over the Fluvione. It is worth checking the condition of each route before setting off.

For routes that return to the start, see the page on loop hikes in the Sibillini.

Monti Sibillini walks not to miss

Lago di Boccafornace (Pievebovigliana). The lake is an artificial reservoir fed by an intermittent karst spring, near the historic center. The Anello del Lago di Boccafornace loop runs along a clearly visible dirt road, almost flat and comfortable even for people who are not in training. In dry periods a small natural cave can be visited. In winter the karst siphon forms. In fall the woods change color, and in spring the first blooms arrive. Near the lake there are a parking lot and a barbecue area. Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Trail to the Fonte dell'Aquila (Bolognola). Route E3 is about 5.5 km out and back. It has an elevation gain of about 330 m. It is classified as a tourist route and is also suitable for families, with about an hour of walking one way. It should be walked when there is no snow.

Forca di Presta, Sentiero per Tutti. From the pass, the route continues for about three kilometers to the "Belvedere" viewpoint along the Sentiero per Tutti NT2 ("trail for everyone"), which is also wheelchair accessible. The Belvedere is reached in about an hour of walking.

Lago di Fiastra. Walks along the lake shores are also suitable for families.

Lame Rosse. The out-and-back itinerary takes a few hours of walking with moderate elevation gain. It cannot be done with a stroller. Most of the walk is on a dirt road, with the last stretch on gravel, and hiking shoes are recommended. It suits children used to walking.

Gole dell'Infernaccio. After the winter avalanches the access route to the gorge stayed closed by ordinance until July 17, 2026, when the Municipality of Montefortino, with ordinance no. 32, reopened, with a helmet mandatory, the stretch from the Valleria parking lot to the second fork for the Eremo di San Leonardo; the stretch toward Capotenna remains closed. When it is open, the first part is flat and runs between rock walls dozens of meters high, with the stream alongside. The route to the Eremo di San Leonardo hermitage is longer and climbs with limited elevation gain. It is fairly easy and takes a few hours out and back. The trail may be closed again during weather alerts or in winter: before going, it is best to check the Municipality's ordinances.

Sentiero di Garulla (Amandola). The route is of medium-low difficulty, with a few harder climbs and many flat stretches, for 6.2 km and about 3 hours. It is a loop that starts and ends at the Rifugio Garulla.

Cascate di Sarnano. The route winds through woods, rivers and mills a short walk from the historic center of Sarnano. The full itinerary is suitable for everyone.

Gole del Fiastrone from Monastero: trail closed. From the Monastero cemetery, where cars are left, the trail to the Grotta dei Frati and the Gole del Fiastrone sets off. The trail is, however, closed to traffic by an ordinance of the Municipality of Cessapalombo, because of the danger of falling rocks, following an earlier ban by the Municipality of Fiastra. Before planning the hike, it is worth checking whether the ban is still in force.

Sibillini National Park walks: tips for your visit

The best season runs from April to October. The trail to the Fonte dell'Aquila, for example, should be walked when there is no snow. At Boccafornace each season offers something different: blooms in spring, colorful woods in fall, the karst siphon in winter.

Before setting off, it is worth checking the weather and trail conditions, especially for trails that have had works or closures. For the Lame Rosse, always check that the trail is open before setting off.

With a stroller or a wheelchair the choice is more limited. The two "for everyone" Sentieri Natura and the Sentiero per Tutti at Forca di Presta are designed for this. The Lame Rosse, on the other hand, are not suitable for strollers. With small children the simplest option is the loop around the Lago di Boccafornace.

Hiking shoes are recommended even on easy routes with dirt or gravel sections. To move on from half-day walks to multi-day treks, see the page on multi-day hikes in the Sibillini.