The Bosco delle Fate (Fairy Wood) in Fontanigorda in the Trebbia Valley is an ancient forest area consisting mainly of beech and chestnut trees.
It is home to many children’s games, picnic areas and several nature trails of varying degrees of difficulty.
The Bosco delle Fate (Fairy Wood ) in Fontanigorda, located at 819 metres above sea level, is the ideal destination for an outing with the family in spring or summer to enjoy nature and escape the heat of the city.
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The Bosco delle Fate is an enchanting place where you can regenerate in nature, play various sports such as tennis, football, bowls and minigolf, and have fun with your family thanks to the presence of many really nice and well-maintained children’s games.
In addition, several more or less demanding nature treks start from the Bosco delle Fate.
The Fairy Wood in Fontanigorda, Trebbia Valley: walks and treks
As mentioned, the Fairy Wood is the starting point for numerous trails of varying degrees of difficulty. For children accustomed to trekking, the hike to Monte Gifarco , with the peculiar sword embedded in the rock at its summit, is a really nice one! For more information, you can read this article.
Those who prefer to stretch their legs without exerting too much effort, the 30-minute loop trail starting at the football field is more suitable.
Follow the sign for Monte Gifarco and after a few minutes you will find the sign for the start of the trail. The path is also easily accessible for children, but is not suitable for pushchairs.
In the area, it is also possible to practice orienteering, i.e., with a map in hand and possibly the aid of a compass, one can go in search of points called ‘lanterns’ on various paths in the forest.
The Fairy Wood in Fontanigorda, Trebbia Valley: useful information
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For a cool drink or a snack, you can find a kiosk inside.
As far as parking is concerned, you can park your car in the centre of the village or near the entrance to the Bosco delle Fate – which is about half a kilometre away – where there is a large free lawn.
The Fairy Wood in Fontanigorda, Trebbia Valley: conclusions
Bosco delle Fate is an ideal destination for an out-of-town trip with the family, discovering really interesting and little-known places in our hinterland!
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