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Monte Ceva Loop Trek: cacti and 360° views over the Euganean Hills

Montegrotto Terme, Padova · Veneto•1 day•Hiking · 255 m
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Padova, Veneto
On your own?
No problem
Points
+13
Monte Ceva Loop Trek: cacti and 360° views over the Euganean Hills
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Ceva: the compass-bender

A 255-metre peak that scrambles your compass. How could you skip this one?

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Montegrotto Terme on a loop trail that climbs straight into the woods of the Euganean Hills. The path gains height step by step, with a steeper descent section along the way that adds a little extra thrill. As we get closer to the top, the landscape shifts completely: latite rock ridges covered in prickly pears and agaves, a Mediterranean vibe you'd never expect here in the Veneto. At the top, the summit cross of Monte Ceva opens up a full 360° view over the whole Euganean ridge.

Here's the twist nobody sees coming: the rock up here is so rich in magnesite it bends compass needles nearly 20 degrees off true north. Bring one if you've got it — it really does go haywire.

5 reasons to join - a summit that genuinely confuses compasses - Mediterranean plants growing wild in the Veneto - 360° views over the Euganean Hills from the summit cross - a varied loop, with woods, rock and one steeper stretch - over 1200 plant species packed into one small hill

Who it's for An easy-going trail with no big elevation gain: just a bit of fitness and the will to walk with good company.

Join the Guidders on Monte Ceva: we go up together, we come down together — compass chaos included.

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 2 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+13 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+
366 m D+ · 5 km · 3h30
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 3h30 and 366 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
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Montegrotto Terme
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
366 m
Max altitude
255 m
Distance
5 km
Duration
3h30
Map
Day
5 km · D+ 366 m · 3h30
Meeting point 10:00approximate
Return to the cars in Montegrotto Terme, Via Scagliole 12, 35036 Montegrotto Terme provincia di Padova, 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
A
10:00MEETING
Meeting point in Turri and start towards Monte Ceva
We'll meet up with the Guidders in the car park on Via Scagliole in Turri di Montegrotto Terme (PD) and set off towards the Euganean Hills. The time given is indicative: the exact time will be shared on the trip's Telegram group.
B
11:30WATER
Climbing through the hills towards 252m
The trail climbs steadily through the woods of the Euganean Hills, gaining height step by step. Here we reach the highest point of the first part of the loop, with the vegetation growing wilder.
C
12:00WATER
Steep descent towards the valley
We descend with a decided slope along the trail, among latite rock outcrops and prickly pear bushes: a stretch we tackle calmly, one step at a time. The view over the Euganean Hills stays with us all the way down.
D
12:30WATER
Monte Ceva — a break with views over the Euganean Hills
We reach the rocky summit of Monte Ceva, where the metal cross stands tall against a breathtaking 360° panorama. Here we stop with the Guidders for a break, surrounded by prickly pears, agaves, and the unique biodiversity of the Euganean Hills.
E
13:30WATER
Return to the cars in Montegrotto Terme
We close the loop back to the starting point, crossing the Catajo woods with the hills behind us and our legs happily satisfied.

How do you get to Montegrotto Terme? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Packed snack
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Sara A.
Sara A.
· 13 outings with Guiddy
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Sara, an environmental hiking guide: born in Trentino, adopted by the Veneto. I have a degree in Cultural Tourism and I love art, culture and nature — three things that meet on a trail more often than people think. I guide out of passion and work as a web marketing specialist in the hotel sector out of necessity: that's the order, and you can tell. Among my projects, in 2015 I started the online community "In viaggio con Fido", for people who love travelling with their four-legged friend. If you have a dog, that's not a problem with me: it's one more reason. Come with me and you'll get a day planned for people and for tails. 🐕 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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Reviews

Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
1 review
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
C
Charlotte B.
Outing on 26 September 2026
Your guide

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 3h30 with 366 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 2 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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Monte Ceva Loop Trek: cacti and 360° views over the Euganean Hills

Monte Ceva Loop Trek: cacti and 360° views over the Euganean Hills

Montegrotto Terme, (PD) · Veneto
1 day · Hiking · 255 m
Elevation gain
366 m
Max altitude
255 m
Distance
5 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
3h30
Guiddy points
+13
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Ceva: the compass-bender

A 255-metre peak that scrambles your compass. How could you skip this one?

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Montegrotto Terme on a loop trail that climbs straight into the woods of the Euganean Hills. The path gains height step by step, with a steeper descent section along the way that adds a little extra thrill. As we get closer to the top, the landscape shifts completely: latite rock ridges covered in prickly pears and agaves, a Mediterranean vibe you'd never expect here in the Veneto. At the top, the summit cross of Monte Ceva opens up a full 360° view over the whole Euganean ridge.

Here's the twist nobody sees coming: the rock up here is so rich in magnesite it bends compass needles nearly 20 degrees off true north. Bring one if you've got it — it really does go haywire.

5 reasons to join - a summit that genuinely confuses compasses - Mediterranean plants growing wild in the Veneto - 360° views over the Euganean Hills from the summit cross - a varied loop, with woods, rock and one steeper stretch - over 1200 plant species packed into one small hill

Who it's for An easy-going trail with no big elevation gain: just a bit of fitness and the will to walk with good company.

Join the Guidders on Monte Ceva: we go up together, we come down together — compass chaos included.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
366 m D+ · 5 km · 3h30
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 3h30 and 366 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
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Montegrotto Terme

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
5 stops
Meeting point 10:00Return to the cars in Montegrotto Terme
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
10:00MEETING
Meeting point in Turri and start towards Monte Ceva
We'll meet up with the Guidders in the car park on Via Scagliole in Turri di Montegrotto Terme (PD) and set off towards the Euganean Hills. The time given is indicative: the exact time will be shared on the trip's Telegram group.
B
11:30WATER
Climbing through the hills towards 252m
The trail climbs steadily through the woods of the Euganean Hills, gaining height step by step. Here we reach the highest point of the first part of the loop, with the vegetation growing wilder.
C
12:00WATER
Steep descent towards the valley
We descend with a decided slope along the trail, among latite rock outcrops and prickly pear bushes: a stretch we tackle calmly, one step at a time. The view over the Euganean Hills stays with us all the way down.
D
12:30WATER
Monte Ceva — a break with views over the Euganean Hills
We reach the rocky summit of Monte Ceva, where the metal cross stands tall against a breathtaking 360° panorama. Here we stop with the Guidders for a break, surrounded by prickly pears, agaves, and the unique biodiversity of the Euganean Hills.
E
13:30WATER
Return to the cars in Montegrotto Terme
We close the loop back to the starting point, crossing the Catajo woods with the hills behind us and our legs happily satisfied.

How do you get to Montegrotto Terme? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Packed snack
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Sara A.
Sara A.
13 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Sara, an environmental hiking guide: born in Trentino, adopted by the Veneto. I have a degree in Cultural Tourism and I love art, culture and nature — three things that meet on a trail more often than people think. I guide out of passion and work as a web marketing specialist in the hotel sector out of necessity: that's the order, and you can tell. Among my projects, in 2015 I started the online community "In viaggio con Fido", for people who love travelling with their four-legged friend. If you have a dog, that's not a problem with me: it's one more reason. Come with me and you'll get a day planned for people and for tails. 🐕 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

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

Reviews

Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
1 review
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
C
Charlotte B.
Outing on 26 September 2026
Your guide

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 3h30 with 366 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?
⌄
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