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Mount Caucaso and its Springs from Scoglina Pass
Favale di Malvaro, Genova · Liguria•1 day•Hiking · 1,240 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Genova, Liguria
On your own?
No problem
Points
+16
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
Mount Caucaso and its springs
Where the woods end, the sea begins.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We set off with the Guidders from the Passo della Scoglina and climb gently along the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri, through old hamlets and sunlit clearings, in the restoring silence of beech woods. At the summit of Monte Caucaso a small chapel awaits, and a view ranging from the Apuan Alps to Corsica on the clearest days. Then we drop to the springs of the Aveto, which have a charm all their own.
5 reasons to come - the summit of Monte Caucaso and its chapel - the springs of the Aveto - a stretch of the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri - sea and mountains in the same glance - the silent beech woods of the Ligurian Apennines
Who it suits A gentle climb on well-marked paths: normal walking fitness is enough.
The blue of the sea beyond the green of the woods: come with the Guidders.
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.
+16 Guiddy points
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Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
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D+
600 m D+ · 11 km · 5 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
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BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 5 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. 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 insurance
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Favale di Malvaro
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
600 m
Max altitude
1,240 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
5 h
Day
11 km · D+ 600 m · 5 h
Apple Maps09:00PARKING
Scoglina Pass
Our trek begins at the Scoglina Pass, gently ascending through the beech forests and along the gravel tracks of the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri (High Trail of the Ligurian Mountains), passing through Barbagelata and the Gabba Pass. We'll follow the northwest ridge of Monte Caucaso, eventually reaching a wide open plateau and the summit (approximately 1230–1245m). Here, a small chapel and a mountain refuge offer the perfect spot to soak in the breathtaking scenery and enjoy a moment of peaceful contemplation.
12:30VIEWPOINT
Summiting Mount Caucasus
"From the summit, we descend along a steep northeast ridge until we reach the stunning Aveto springs, nestled in a hanging valley right on the watershed – a truly enchanting natural spot. The trail alternates between short ascents and descents along a panoramic crest, creating a constant interplay between the mountains, water, and endless horizons."
13:00VIEWPOINT
Aveto Springs
Reaching the springs with a short break.
16:00RETURN
Back to the trailhead / Return to the trailhead / Back to the cars / Hike back to the start
"From the springs, we'll hike back to the Scoglina Pass, following a ridge that winds through beech forests and open stretches. The return journey, bathed in gentle light and refreshing coolness, completes the loop, leaving you with a profound sense of satisfaction and peace."
How do you get to Favale di Malvaro? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 600 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓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
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