Best Day Hikes Italy

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Italy and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.

Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Savor bird's-eye views of the Amalfi Coast; gaze over glaciers and braided river valleys; and wander among vineyards, olive groves and farmsteads.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Italy:

• Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
• Each hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tips
• Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete
• 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: coastal, mountain, history, off-the-beaten-track and foodie hike experiences
• Local travel experts share their favorite hikes
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
• Covers: The Italian Lakes, Campania & The Amalfi Coast, Abruzzo, Tuscany, Sicily, The Dolomites & Stelvio, Sardinia, Umbria & Le Marche, Liguria, The Western & Maritime Alps

Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Italy and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.