Hiking between the sea and the mountains

For lovers of hiking and for those who want to take up this most natural form of movement on holiday I offer walking excursions in the hills and greenery with views to the sea, completed by a rest and refreshment on the beach, or in the small coves.

I can propose you interesting trails and optimal transport connections. Every day you can set off and discover new places and their beauties – directly on foot from where you are staying or by train or boat to some of the nearby villages from where you can hike to the next village – back to civilization. I personally prefer shorter trails – one hour, max. two hours. If you want, there are however longer and more difficult trails as well.

In the course of a trip or at your destination you can bathe, or enjoy some of the bars with a marvellous view of the sea. On the return you can take a train (about every half hour) or a boat.

Where?

The ideal area is between Genoa and Tuscany. The footpaths go above the sea or over inland.

When?

Hiking is possible, and indeed recommended throughout the year thanks to the mild winters.

Benefits of walking

If you are just now taking up sport, walking is the best way to start.

It has also many positive health effects – e.g. for heart function, blood pressure and cholesterol reduction, for strenghtening of muscles and bones and helps of course in a pleasant and natural way to reduce weight.

The psycological benefit is generally known as well. Exercising in the open air you clear your mind, collect your thoughts, solve many problems and get brilliant ideas.

All these effects could be strenghtened and enriched walking by the sea. Sea water and air contribute additionally to acceleration of metabolism, drainage of organism and this way to healthy loss of weight. At the same time the whole organism gets naturally rid of toxins and get cleansed. It is not necessary to emphasize the beneficial effects of sea water on various skin problems.

The discovery of uncommon beauties is awaiting you on the way, and if you are in good company you will have a lot of fun and experiences as well.