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Sibillini Nature Trail N10 in Preci: Route, Difficulty and Map

S Start: 557 m A Finish: 621 m

Map and track: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

At a glance

Municipality
Preci (PG)

Sibillini nature trail N10 (Sentiero Natura N10) is a hiking trail in the municipality of Preci, in the province of Perugia, within the National Park of the Sibillini Mountains. It is also known as "I Sentieri della Meditazione" ("The Paths of Meditation") and follows in the footsteps of hermits, friars and heretics who sought isolation and serenity in these places. The start is in the Borgo di Preci. The difficulty is classified as tourist (T), and the route alternates stretches in the woods, open sections and a panoramic view over the Preci valley.

Before you go

Forecast at the start

  1. Today15° / 8°0.0 mmPartly cloudy

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Rules and orders: Park website. Snow and avalanches: Meteomont bulletin.

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The Route of Sibillini Nature Trail N10

The trail starts in the Borgo di Preci, between a pink house and a white one. Coming from Visso, it is just after the junction that climbs to the upper part of the village. Coming from Norcia, it is just before that junction. The first stretch is paved, then the route becomes a mule track.

The route is marked counterclockwise. In part it coincides with trail 588, which leads to Saccovescio. Farther on, it crosses a small ditch and a second shaded ditch, then reaches a wooden bench at a viewpoint. Continuing, the route alternates open stretches and sections inside the woods and passes near the cemetery, where the church of Santo Spes can be seen. The descent leads to the two final junctions, where you turn first right and then left, to re-enter the woods and return to the Borgo di Preci.

Nature Trail N10 Technical Data

The difficulty is T (tourist): it is a route suitable for hikers and families. The surface changes from asphalt to mule track, and the wooded sections keep the route cool even in summer. This matters most for those walking it in the warm months, between April and October.

For parking, the closest point to the start is about 173 m away. Other parking lots are between about 176 and 477 m away, and an RV area is about 325 m away.

In the Park's official listing, the trail is open. The same page links to the map of ordinances and restrictions in force because of the earthquake, which is worth checking before setting out, along with the weather forecast.

Nature Trail N10 Map

The loop starts in the Borgo di Preci, at the entrance to the village along the road between Visso and Norcia. Part of the route is marked as trail 588 to Saccovescio, a useful reference for orientation on the ground.

Points of Interest Along Nature Trail N10

The theme of the route is the places of retreat of hermits, friars and heretics, hence the name "Sentieri della Meditazione". The most comfortable stop is the wooden bench in a panoramic position. From there the view opens over the Preci valley.

Toward the end of the loop, near the cemetery, the church of Santo Spes can be seen. For other short walks in the area, see the page on easy walks in the Sibillini Mountains.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sibillini nature trail N10 suitable for families?

Yes. The trail is graded T (tourist) and is described as easy, suitable for hikers and families. The first stretch is paved, then it continues on a mule track, with open sections and others in the woods. Before setting out, it is advisable to check the weather and any earthquake-related restrictions.

Where do you park for nature trail N10?

Around the start, in the Borgo di Preci, there are several parking lots. The closest is about 173 m away, others are between about 176 and 477 m away. There is also an RV area about 325 m away. These distances are measured from the starting point of the trail.

Where does nature trail N10 start in Preci?

The trail starts in the Borgo di Preci, between a pink house and a white one. Coming from Visso, it is just after the junction for the upper part of the village. Coming from Norcia, it is just before the junction. The first stretch is paved, then it becomes a mule track.

Why is nature trail N10 called "I Sentieri della Meditazione"?

The name recalls the history of the places it crosses. The trail follows in the footsteps of hermits, friars and heretics who, seeking isolation and serenity, chose these places to lead an ascetic life. It is one of the nature trails of the Sibillini Mountains National Park.

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