Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Monti della Calvana, Prato
Tuscany
The Calvana is a long north–south wall of karst grassland — no trees on the crest, dry-stone walls, sinkholes and the odd shepherd's shelter — culminating at Poggio Cocollo (916 m). The ridge path gives Florence and the Arno plain on one side, the Apennine on the other, and often the Calvana's own free-ranging cattle for company.
Duration
4–5 hours
Distance
12 km
Elevation
+700 m
Best season
October – June
Parking · Free
Free parking at Cavagliano or Le Croci di Calenzano, where paths climb to the ridge.
Water
Seasonal troughs on the ridge — carry water.
Highlights
- Treeless karst grassland ridge
- Semi-wild Calvana cattle herd
- Florence plain and Apennine both in view
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the open ridge away from the grazing cattle and horses.
