Lavagna is a municipality on the Italian Riviera in Liguria, characterized by its coastal beauty, rising hills, and inland valleys. The region features an extensive coastline with beaches, transitioning inland to lush Ligurian hills and mountains with olive groves and Mediterranean scrub. These diverse landscapes, including valleys like Fontanabuona and Petronio, provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Lavagna offers a wide range of…
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Average rating
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People visited

3.9
(38)
457
riders
49.7km
03:06
1,270m
1,270m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.4
(18)
616
riders
49.2km
02:34
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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186
riders
83.1km
04:45
1,860m
1,860m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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203
riders
55.9km
03:16
1,190m
1,190m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.3
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29
hikers
7.09km
02:11
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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24
hikers
12.5km
04:55
710m
710m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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15
hikers
9.78km
04:01
580m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

7.57km
02:33
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
13.0km
01:54
750m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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131
riders
34.5km
03:17
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(23)
73
riders
49.6km
04:00
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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43
riders
56.4km
04:11
990m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.1
(21)
231
riders
50.5km
03:26
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
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141
riders
63.8km
04:21
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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224
riders
76.9km
05:20
1,260m
1,260m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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123
riders
24.8km
01:43
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.3
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122
runners
15.3km
01:36
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

71
runners
6.78km
00:42
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
runners
21.5km
02:15
180m
180m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
runners
8.29km
00:53
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30
riders
44.5km
02:48
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
71.4km
06:01
2,040m
2,050m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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6
riders
24.5km
01:56
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lavagna offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from coastal areas to hills and valleys. More than 160 routes are available across these sports.
Popular hiking trails in Lavagna include the Punta Manara Trail, offering panoramic coastal views, and sections of the Historic Slate Carriers' Route. The Monte Capenardo Trail also provides coastal vistas. For more options, refer to the Hiking around Lavagna guide.
Lavagna features scenic coastal routes along the Ligurian promenade suitable for road cycling. The diverse terrain also includes ascents into the hills. Explore available routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Lavagna guide.
Mountain biking routes in Lavagna ascend into the hills, offering panoramic views. A circular route of approximately 21 miles (34 km) passes through Monte San Giacomo and Monte Capenardo. The MTB Trails around Lavagna guide provides further details.
Lavagna offers designated bike paths along the coast, making cycling a safe and engaging activity for families. Leisurely walks along the extensive coastline and beaches are also suitable for families. The region's diverse trails cater to various skill levels.
Lavagna's coastline features golden sandy beaches and clear waters. Elevated areas in the hills provide panoramic views of the coastline, the Gulf of Tigullio, and the Portofino promontory. The Petronio valley is also rich in nature trails with sea views.
The region is suitable for outdoor activities across multiple seasons. The extensive coastline and hills offer varied environments. Specific seasonal advice for individual activities can be found in dedicated komoot guides.
Lavagna is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 8,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. There are 168 total routes available.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Lavagna, including Hiking around Lavagna, Road Cycling Routes around Lavagna, and MTB Trails around Lavagna. Guides for touring cycling, running, and gravel biking are also available.
Trails in Lavagna traverse diverse terrain, including coastal paths, olive groves, and Mediterranean scrub in the hills. Historic pathways, such as sections of the Slate Carriers' Route, also feature in the landscape. The region's valleys offer additional natural exploration opportunities.
Lavagna provides excellent opportunities for jogging. The beachfront and cycle paths along the sea are suitable for running. Nearby Sestri Levante also features loops like the Punta Manara Loop Trail with coastal views. Refer to the Running Trails around Lavagna guide for more information.
The Historic Slate Carriers' Route offers trails winding through olive groves and providing views towards Santa Giulia di Centaura. A notable section, the 'Via dell'Ardesia' (Slate Road), features 18th-century bridges and traces the path where slate was transported. These routes highlight the region's historical connection to slate mining.

