Pignone is a region in the Province of La Spezia, Liguria, Italy, characterized by its varied karst landscape, lush woodlands, and proximity to the Cinque Terre coastline. This area offers a blend of tranquil inland beauty and elevated viewpoints with panoramic coastal vistas. The diverse terrain, featuring olive groves, chestnut forests, and ancient mule tracks, makes Pignone suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
Pignone provides outdoor enthusiasts with…
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4.4
(27)
193
riders
40.2km
03:35
1,450m
1,450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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61
riders
53.9km
04:39
1,910m
1,910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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1,215
riders
17.1km
01:14
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
riders
12.1km
01:02
400m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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85
riders
45.7km
03:14
1,560m
1,560m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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7
riders
10.5km
00:56
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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131
riders
65.2km
03:13
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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94
riders
34.4km
02:08
870m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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26.8km
04:06
1,390m
1,360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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244
runners
26.9km
04:48
1,650m
1,660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

168
runners
6.69km
01:06
260m
260m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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69
runners
20.4km
03:10
910m
910m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5
hikers
8.16km
02:53
480m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
9.06km
03:37
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

7.69km
02:20
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

6.84km
02:56
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
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160
riders
44.0km
04:40
1,790m
1,790m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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54
riders
54.9km
04:37
1,480m
1,480m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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32
riders
28.4km
02:50
880m
880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
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22
riders
64.9km
07:09
2,650m
2,650m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
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31
hikers
15.9km
05:52
620m
620m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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28
hikers
6.93km
02:40
270m
270m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4
hikers
9.76km
03:44
530m
530m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
12.6km
05:24
780m
780m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
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14
riders
23.8km
01:56
760m
760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
70.8km
05:36
1,530m
1,530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
43.4km
03:29
1,180m
1,180m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Pignone offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 15 routes, with an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 93,000 visitors.
Pignone features diverse hiking trails, from peaceful woodland paths to routes with coastal views. Notable options include the Madonna del Trezzo to Prato di Corno woodland trail and the Pignone to Monte Cravadora via Grotta Grande. For a comprehensive list, refer to Hiking around Pignone.
Yes, Pignone offers hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easier options. The Monte Castellaro di Pignone area provides an accessible hiking experience with scenic views. Many paths through olive groves and chestnut forests are also considered peaceful woodland hikes.
Pignone provides various cycling routes for touring and road cyclists. Routes like 'Passo del Bracco 2013' and the ride from Pignone to La Spezia are popular for road cycling. More options can be found in Cycling around Pignone and Road Cycling Routes around Pignone.
Mountain biking is popular in Pignone, with trails such as the Monte Beverone – giro ad anello da Beverino Castello. Some routes, like the Volastra loop, offer panoramic views of the Cinque Terre National Park. For detailed mountain biking options, consult MTB Trails around Pignone.
Pignone is characterized by a varied karst landscape, featuring caves and sinkholes accessible via ancient mule tracks. The surrounding hills are covered with lush woodlands of chestnut trees, olive groves, vegetable gardens, and vineyards. It is also part of the Montemarcello-Magra-Vara Regional Natural Park.
The village of Pignone retains a well-preserved medieval layout. Key historical landmarks include Piazza Marconi, a 14th-century medieval loggia, the 14th-century parish church of St. Mary of the Assumption, and the characteristic 16th-century Ponte Vecchio.
Pignone offers several paths suitable for families, particularly the easier hiking and jogging routes through woodlands and around Monte Castellaro di Pignone. The tranquil village environment and local cultural events also provide family-friendly experiences.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Pignone, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Pignone, Cycling around Pignone, MTB Trails around Pignone, and Running Trails around Pignone.
Pignone is a popular destination for outdoor activities, with more than 93,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The region's 15 routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the Municipality of Pignone is https://www.comune.pignone.sp.it. This site provides information regarding local services and the region.
The general phone number for the Municipality of Pignone is +39 0187 887002. This number can be used for inquiries related to local administration.
Yes, many of the hiking and cycling paths in Pignone are well-suited for jogging. These routes allow runners to experience the serene Ligurian countryside. For specific jogging routes, refer to Running Trails around Pignone.
Pignone is known for its local produce, particularly the Pignone potato and various bean varieties. These local specialties are celebrated annually at the 'Festa degli Orti di Pignone' (food and wine event) in August.

