Together with Nature of Sal (@natureofsal) we bring you the best experiences for nature lovers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts!

It’s back by popular demand: The magical Lago della Duchessa – pure nature and wilderness

Now you can safely hike to one of Lazio’s most popular remote hiking destinations: the Lago della Duchessa, a Natural Reserve surrounded by stunning mountains, beech forests, and wilderness far away from civilization.

Please contact us for an assessment if this hike is suited for you. You should not suffer from vertigo and have some experience hiking in mountains (Free assessment: [email protected]).

Where: Lago della Duchessa (the exact meeting point will be announced after confirmation)
When: Sunday June 11th @9.00
Duration: about 5 hours (the exact time varies, depending on the weather conditions and participants)
Cost: Full price: 35€ – 30% discount for Expat members (read below) – transport not included

The maximum amount of participants is limited to: 10
This hike is for adventurers that enjoy a bit of hidden wilderness in Lazio, at around 1800 meters above sea level we’ll go on a journey to discover the incredible and beautiful Lago della Duchessa, an alpine-type glacial lake hidden right at the Eastern border of Lazio.

How to participate?
Send an email to [email protected], or Whatsapp directly to +39 351 70 60 636 (don’t forget to mention that you’re from the Expats Living in Rome community to claim your 30% discount!).

More info

The starting point is: Cartore (Borgorose, Rieti)

ℹ️  Meeting time 15 minutes prior to departure.
ℹ️  Language: English, German, Italian
ℹ️  Difficulty Level: Medium/Difficult (Distance: 10.5km, elevation gain: 860m, includes uneven terrain)
ℹ️  The final duration of the hiking event and the itinerary may vary, depending on weather conditions, unexpected obstacles (e.g. a fallen tree along the way), or other safety reasons. It is at the discretion of the professional hiking guide to determine alternatives or to shorten or extend the experience.

This is a professional activity in accordance with European Union legislation and Italian law no. 4 dating to 2003.
Sal is a professional guide enrolled in the register of the Italian Association of Interpretive Nature Guides – AIGAE.

What should you bring?

🟢 Obligatory: Hiking boots, 1.5 liters of water, clothing suited for an outdoor hike, backpack, bring your own hiking lunch
🟡 Recommended: Comfortable backpack, raincoat, sunscreen, hat (protection from both sun and rain), trail snacks, tickets for public transport
🟠 Optional: Hiking poles, electrolytes, sunglasses

*Includes the guided hike with a professional guide. It does not include any travel costs, transport, food, or entrance to any attractions.

Who is the guide?
This tour is led by Sal, a certified outdoor guide (member of AIGAE). He’s also a Komoot route editor and a National Geographic Day Tour guide at TUI. His mission is to make information about the Italian outdoors and wilderness experiences accessible to everyone and to promote a healthier lifestyle and connection with nature. He speaks English, German, and Italian. You can learn more about him here.

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