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Bologna: Explore the City of Porticoes and Hike to the Sanctuary of San Luca

Bologna · Emilia-Romagna•1 day•Hiking · 285 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
On your own?
No problem
Points
+12
Bologna: Explore the City of Porticoes and Hike to the Sanctuary of San Luca
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Bologna and the Sanctuary of San Luca

Discover Bologna step by step, on a fascinating excursion through the city and the Bolognese hills to the Sanctuary of San Luca. A unique journey that combines history, nature, and surprising panoramas. Together with Francesca, a Tourist Guide, we will enter the soul of the city of Bologna. Among illustrious figures, hidden mysteries, and little-known curiosities. Bologna tells its story as the Learned, the Fat, and the Red, revealing its thousand faces. We will follow the evocative Via delle Acque (Water Route), among canals, stories, and secret corners. We will leave the historic center to slowly ascend towards the hills, walking along the longest porticoes in the world, a unique symbol of the city, until we reach the imposing Sanctuary of San Luca. From here, a spectacular view of Bologna will be the final reward of an experience to be lived and shared.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Discover Bologna step by step, on a fascinating excursion through the city and the Bolognese hills to the Sanctuary of San Luca. A unique journey that combines history, nature, and surprising panoramas. Together with Francesca, a Tourist Guide, we will enter the soul of the city of Bologna. Among illustrious figures, hidden mysteries, and little-known curiosities. Bologna tells its story as the Learned, the Fat, and the Red, revealing its thousand faces. We will follow the evocative Via delle Acque (Water Route), among canals, stories, and secret corners. We will leave the historic center to slowly ascend towards the hills, walking along the longest porticoes in the world, a unique symbol of the city, until we reach the imposing Sanctuary of San Luca. From here, a spectacular view of Bologna will be the final reward of an experience to be lived and shared.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+12 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
230 m D+ · 15 km · 7 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 7 h and 230 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guided tour
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport
✕Train
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
230 m
Max altitude
285 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
7 h
Day
15 km · D+ 230 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 15 km
Meeting point 9:45approximate
Piazza delle Medaglie d'Oro 1, 40121 Bologna città metropolitana di Bologna, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
09:45MEETING
Bologna Stazione Ferroviaria
Meeting Point and Hike Departure
10:40WATER
Bologna's Waterways: Exploring its Hidden Canals
The ancient routes of silk and wool.
13:00CHURCH
Santuario della Madonna di San Luca
The longest arcades in the world!
15:00VILLAGE
Piazza Maggiore & Basilica di San Petronio
Il centro di Bologna
16:00CHURCH
Bologna City Center
Santo Stefano Basilica and the Seven Churches
17:00RETURN
Arrivo fine escursione
End of Hike Destination

How do you get to Bologna? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Comfortable shoes
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
· 35 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Reviews

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Itinerary—
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Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
We only ask for feedback from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 7 h with 230 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
MOST POPULAR
✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Bologna: Explore the City of Porticoes and Hike to the Sanctuary of San Luca

Bologna: Explore the City of Porticoes and Hike to the Sanctuary of San Luca

Bologna, (BO) · Emilia-Romagna
1 day · Hiking · 285 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
230 m
Max altitude
285 m
Distance
15 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+12
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Bologna and the Sanctuary of San Luca

Discover Bologna step by step, on a fascinating excursion through the city and the Bolognese hills to the Sanctuary of San Luca. A unique journey that combines history, nature, and surprising panoramas. Together with Francesca, a Tourist Guide, we will enter the soul of the city of Bologna. Among illustrious figures, hidden mysteries, and little-known curiosities. Bologna tells its story as the Learned, the Fat, and the Red, revealing its thousand faces. We will follow the evocative Via delle Acque (Water Route), among canals, stories, and secret corners. We will leave the historic center to slowly ascend towards the hills, walking along the longest porticoes in the world, a unique symbol of the city, until we reach the imposing Sanctuary of San Luca. From here, a spectacular view of Bologna will be the final reward of an experience to be lived and shared.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
230 m D+ · 15 km · 7 h
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 7 h and 230 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guided tour
NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport
✕Train

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 15 km
Meeting point 9:45Bologna
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:45MEETING
Bologna Stazione Ferroviaria
Meeting Point and Hike Departure
10:40WATER
Bologna's Waterways: Exploring its Hidden Canals
The ancient routes of silk and wool.
13:00CHURCH
Santuario della Madonna di San Luca
The longest arcades in the world!
15:00VILLAGE
Piazza Maggiore & Basilica di San Petronio
Il centro di Bologna
16:00CHURCH
Bologna City Center
Santo Stefano Basilica and the Seven Churches
17:00RETURN
Arrivo fine escursione
End of Hike Destination

How do you get to Bologna? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Comfortable shoes
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
35 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 7 h with 230 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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