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Hike the Path of the Gods: Trekking from Bologna to Florence through history, the Apennines, and authentic Italian villages.

Bologna · Emilia-Romagna•6 days · 5 nights•Trekking · 1,200 m
Experience
Multi-day treks
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INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
On your own?
No problem
Points
+57
Hike the Path of the Gods: Trekking from Bologna to Florence through history, the Apennines, and authentic Italian villages.
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
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Questions
WHY THIS TREK

The Way of the Gods, Bologna to Florence

From Piazza Maggiore to Florence, on foot.

Group chat before departure
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The Via degli Dei is one of Italy's most iconic long walks: it links Bologna to Florence across the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines on paths, gravel roads and ancient Roman ways. We set off from Piazza Maggiore, among porticoes and medieval towers, and the city falls behind little by little.

Day 1. From Bologna to Badolo, by Casalecchio and Sasso Marconi. Day 2. From Badolo to Madonna dei Fornelli, by Brento and Monzuno. Day 3. From Madonna dei Fornelli up to the ridge, and on stage by stage down to Florence.

5 reasons to come - a complete long walk, Bologna to Florence - the ancient Roman ways along the ridge - the villages of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines - the start from Piazza Maggiore, under the porticoes - arriving in Florence on foot

Who it suits A multi-day walk with long stages: good fitness and the habit of walking day after day.

Nature, history and honest effort: set off with the Guidders.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens before departure: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
For the selected date the free cancellation period has ended. You pay nothing when you book.
Recommended age 18+
It's not a rule: it just tells you what kind of group to expect. You can still sign up if you're outside this range.
Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
Included in the price.
+57 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
4,700 m D+ · 130 km · 8 h over 6 days
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Train your legs with a loaded backpack in the weeks before: you've got 1 h a day for 6 days in a row ahead. Nights in mountain huts are short: those who go to bed early the night before start better
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
A light backpack for 6 days: a change of clothes, a sleeping bag liner for the hut, a water bottle and poles. Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
✓Apartment or house
✓Hotel
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Travel to Bologna
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

Six days, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
4,700 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
130 km
Duration
6 days
Day 1
Mon 26 Oct
1 stop · from 08:30
Day 2
Tue 27 Oct
1 stop · from 08:30
Day 3
Wed 28 Oct
1 stop · from 08:30
Day 4
Thu 29 Oct
1 stop · from 00:00
Day 5
Fri 30 Oct
1 stop · from 08:30
Day 6
Sat 31 Oct
1 stop · from 08:30
Map
6 days · 130 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
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
08:30MEETING
Day 1: Bologna - Casalecchio di Reno - Sasso Marconi - Badolo
Escape the 40 kilometers of Bologna's porticoes and gently ascend through the Sanctuary of San Luca, immersed in the fragrant hills, to the Badolo Botanical Garden. A journey through history, nature, and the invigorating air of the Apennines awaits! Distance: Approximately 21 km Elevation Gain: +298 m / -224 m

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
for the selected date
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 a multi-day trek: you carry everything you bring, so less is more.

Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trail running shoes
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Moisturizing cream
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED

Guiddy Experience

26 – 31 October
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Ibex
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After your outing, you can share your story too.

Questions?

I've never done a multi-day trek, can I do it?
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You need to be fit enough to walk a full day (8 h a day) and carry your backpack for 6 days. Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
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Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
MOST POPULAR
✓Less than 30 days to go: no deposit, the full amount is held
✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 30 days before (for this date the free cancellation period has ended)
✓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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Hike the Path of the Gods: Trekking from Bologna to Florence through history, the Apennines, and authentic Italian villages.

Hike the Path of the Gods: Trekking from Bologna to Florence through history, the Apennines, and authentic Italian villages.

Bologna, (BO) · Emilia-Romagna
6 days · Trekking · 1,200 m
Elevation gain
4,700 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
130 km
Duration
6 days
Guiddy points
+57
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WHY THIS TREK

The Way of the Gods, Bologna to Florence

From Piazza Maggiore to Florence, on foot.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The Via degli Dei is one of Italy's most iconic long walks: it links Bologna to Florence across the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines on paths, gravel roads and ancient Roman ways. We set off from Piazza Maggiore, among porticoes and medieval towers, and the city falls behind little by little.

Day 1. From Bologna to Badolo, by Casalecchio and Sasso Marconi. Day 2. From Badolo to Madonna dei Fornelli, by Brento and Monzuno. Day 3. From Madonna dei Fornelli up to the ridge, and on stage by stage down to Florence.

5 reasons to come - a complete long walk, Bologna to Florence - the ancient Roman ways along the ridge - the villages of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines - the start from Piazza Maggiore, under the porticoes - arriving in Florence on foot

Who it suits A multi-day walk with long stages: good fitness and the habit of walking day after day.

Nature, history and honest effort: set off with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
4,700 m D+ · 130 km · 8 h over 6 days
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Train your legs with a loaded backpack in the weeks before: you've got 1 h a day for 6 days in a row ahead. Nights in mountain huts are short: those who go to bed early the night before start better
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
A light backpack for 6 days: a change of clothes, a sleeping bag liner for the hut, a water bottle and poles. Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
✓Apartment or house
✓Hotel
NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Travel to Bologna

Itinerary

6 days · approximate times
Day 1 · Mon 26 Oct
Day 2 · Tue 27 Oct
Day 3 · Wed 28 Oct
Day 4 · Thu 29 Oct
Day 5 · Fri 30 Oct
Day 6 · Sat 31 Oct
Map
6 days · 130 km
Meeting point 8:30Bologna
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30MEETING
Day 1: Bologna - Casalecchio di Reno - Sasso Marconi - Badolo
Escape the 40 kilometers of Bologna's porticoes and gently ascend through the Sanctuary of San Luca, immersed in the fragrant hills, to the Badolo Botanical Garden. A journey through history, nature, and the invigorating air of the Apennines awaits! Distance: Approximately 21 km Elevation Gain: +298 m / -224 m
See day 2 →

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
for this date
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 a multi-day trek: you carry everything you bring, so less is more.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trail running shoes
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Moisturizing cream
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED

Guiddy Experience

26 – 31 October
GuiddyExperience
Hikes picked for you

Guides and coordinators we pick for you.

Reviews

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

After your outing, you can share your story too.

Questions?

I've never done a multi-day trek, can I do it?
⌄
You need to be fit enough to walk a full day (8 h a day) and carry your backpack for 6 days. Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding.
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 →
26–31 Oct
€550
per person
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