Favale Di Malvaro, a region in the Metropolitan City of Genoa, Liguria, Italy, is situated in the valley of the Malvaro stream, a side valley of the Fontanabuona. The area is characterized by its mountainous terrain, including peaks like Mount Pagliaro and Mount Caucaso, and features extensive beech forests and panoramic views. This landscape provides a setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
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60
Routes
4.5
(313)
Average rating
1908
People visited

4.6
(61)
177
hikers
9.99km
03:31
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(59)
167
hikers
9.29km
03:13
390m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(25)
110
hikers
9.83km
04:12
530m
540m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(25)
110
hikers
9.83km
04:12
530m
540m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3.7
(17)
248
riders
66.3km
02:50
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.1
(10)
144
riders
97.2km
04:27
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

51
riders
113km
06:11
2,340m
2,340m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(5)
86
riders
42.7km
02:23
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
(16)
137
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
34.3km
03:27
1,290m
1,290m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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7
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
47.8km
03:02
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(5)
48
riders
36.0km
04:24
1,520m
1,520m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

3.0
(1)
30
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.6
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38
riders
41.1km
03:49
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
(2)
16
riders
52.9km
04:50
1,530m
1,530m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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13
runners
10.9km
02:04
600m
600m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

10
runners
8.84km
01:01
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
11.6km
01:31
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Favale Di Malvaro offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The region features 6 routes that have been explored by more than 5,000 visitors.
Popular hiking routes include the 6.2-mile (10 km) Rifugio Barbagelata e Monte Caucaso loop and the 5.8-mile (9.3 km) A13 Monte Caucaso Loop. These trails offer panoramic views and pass through beech forests. For more options, consult the Hiking around Favale Di Malvaro guide.
Favale Di Malvaro offers trails catering to various fitness levels, including easy walks. These routes often traverse beech forests and provide accessible outdoor experiences. Specific easy routes can be found in komoot's regional guides.
Key natural landmarks include Mount Pagliaro (1180 m), Mount Caucaso (1250 m), and extensive beech forests. From summits like Monte Caucaso, 360-degree views are available, sometimes extending to the Ligurian Sea. The Malvaro stream valley is also a prominent feature.
The region provides diverse terrain for road cycling, characterized by 'wavy routes' and challenging climbs. Cyclists can experience demanding ascents and descents through characteristic villages and green woods. Explore routes with the Road Cycling Routes around Favale Di Malvaro guide.
Yes, Favale Di Malvaro offers opportunities for mountain biking, including technical trails with varying degrees of difficulty. The diverse topography supports a range of trails from flowy sections to more challenging lines. Refer to the MTB Trails around Favale Di Malvaro guide for details.
Routes in Favale Di Malvaro have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 1,000 visitors who have explored the region's 6 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Favale Di Malvaro, including Hiking around Favale Di Malvaro, Road Cycling Routes around Favale Di Malvaro, and MTB Trails around Favale Di Malvaro. Additional guides cover general cycling and running trails.
The region includes trails suitable for various fitness levels, which can accommodate families. Easy walks through beech forests provide accessible options for those seeking less strenuous activities. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified through komoot's route filters.
The official website for the Municipality of Favale Di Malvaro is comune.favaledimalvaro.ge.it. The central switchboard phone number is +39 0185 975195.
Touring cyclists can expect a blend of natural beauty and historical elements, with routes passing through ancient villages and green woods. The terrain includes both mountainous sections and valleys, offering varied landscapes. Routes can be customized based on duration and physical effort.

