Lessinia in autumn: the Vajo dell'Anguilla and its fossils
Bosco Chiesanuova, Verona · Veneto•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 1,610 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Verona, Veneto
On your own?
No problem
Points
+14
Community photos
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
Golden beech woods and rocks full of fossils
A hike among golden woods and endless pastures, to experience autumn at its most authentic. We are in Lessinia, the plateau above Verona, where the landscape is made of alpine dairies, dry-stone walls and beech woods that catch fire in October.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We start from the Folignani wood, where autumn colours light up every path, and climb the striking Vajo dell'Anguilla: a narrow valley between rock formations full of fossils — this was once a tropical sea floor, and the remains are still visible in the stone.
Reaching the high pastures the view opens over the plateau: 14 kilometres and barely 450 metres of ascent, an easy route that takes all the time it needs for looking.
This is an easy hike: 450 metres of ascent over fourteen kilometres, on comfortable trails with no technical difficulty. Perfect for families and beginners. Bring walking shoes, water and a packed lunch.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk Lessinia together.
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
For the selected date: by 27 October, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+14 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
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
450 m D+ · 14 km · 5 h
Easy — this outing
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 5 h and 450 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
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 accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Bosco Chiesanuova
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
450 m
Max altitude
1,610 m
Distance
14 km
Duration
5 h
Saturday
31 Oct
14 km · D+ 450 m · 5 h
The stops · 14 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
provincia di Verona, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet the Guidders in Bosco Chiesanuova (VR), on the Lessinia plateau, where we leave the cars. From here we enter the Folignani wood, autumn colour lighting up every path. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
11:30VIEWPOINT
The Vajo dell'Anguilla
Through the Folignani wood we climb the Vajo dell'Anguilla, among fossil-rich rock formations and changes in vegetation that tell the geological story of these mountains. Packed lunch along the way.
14:30RETURN
Back to Bosco Chiesanuova
We return to the cars across the high pastures, with the view open over the plateau and autumn colours all around. We take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Bosco Chiesanuova? 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
1 car with 3 free seats for this date.
With a Guiddy profile you can see where they leave from and who's looking for a ride.
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?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 450 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
MOST POPULAR
✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before (for this date: 27 October, 23:59)
✓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.
Still have questions? Message Ibex
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Lessinia in autumn: the Vajo dell'Anguilla and its fossils
Bosco Chiesanuova, (VR) · Veneto
1 day · Hiking · 1,610 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
450 m
Max altitude
1,610 m
Distance
14 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+14
▣ 2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
Golden beech woods and rocks full of fossils
A hike among golden woods and endless pastures, to experience autumn at its most authentic. We are in Lessinia, the plateau above Verona, where the landscape is made of alpine dairies, dry-stone walls and beech woods that catch fire in October.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We start from the Folignani wood, where autumn colours light up every path, and climb the striking Vajo dell'Anguilla: a narrow valley between rock formations full of fossils — this was once a tropical sea floor, and the remains are still visible in the stone.
Reaching the high pastures the view opens over the plateau: 14 kilometres and barely 450 metres of ascent, an easy route that takes all the time it needs for looking.
This is an easy hike: 450 metres of ascent over fourteen kilometres, on comfortable trails with no technical difficulty. Perfect for families and beginners. Bring walking shoes, water and a packed lunch.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk Lessinia together.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
450 m D+ · 14 km · 5 h
Easy — this outing
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 5 h and 450 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
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 accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Bosco Chiesanuova
Itinerary
Saturday · approximate times
Stops · 14 km
Meeting point 9:30Bosco Chiesanuova
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet the Guidders in Bosco Chiesanuova (VR), on the Lessinia plateau, where we leave the cars. From here we enter the Folignani wood, autumn colour lighting up every path. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
11:30VIEWPOINT
The Vajo dell'Anguilla
Through the Folignani wood we climb the Vajo dell'Anguilla, among fossil-rich rock formations and changes in vegetation that tell the geological story of these mountains. Packed lunch along the way.
14:30RETURN
Back to Bosco Chiesanuova
We return to the cars across the high pastures, with the view open over the plateau and autumn colours all around. We take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Bosco Chiesanuova? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this date
1 car with 3 free seats for this date.
With a Guiddy profile you can see where they leave from and who's looking for a ride.
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 450 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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