Places
Hike·Hard·Scenic·Popular
Orrido di Botri
Tuscany
This WWF nature reserve gorge cuts through Apennine limestone above Bagni di Lucca, with sections requiring cables and ladders. Peregrine falcons and wallcreepers nest on the cliffs, and the gorge floor stays cool and dripping even in August. Access is seasonal and permit-limited to protect the fragile ecosystem.
Duration
4 hours
Distance
7 km
Elevation
+500 m
Best season
June – September
Highlights
- Cable-assisted gorge scramble
- Peregrine falcon nesting cliffs
- Cool microclimate year-round
With your dog
Rocky scrambling and fixed cables in places; leash required, not ideal for small dogs.
