| Difficulty | Easy |
| Duration | 1h 20m |
| Distance | 3,600 |
| Trail marker |  |
| Starting point | Rapallo |
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A classic itinerary leading from Rapallo to the Sanctuary of Montallegro, following the ancient stone mule track that, during the city's traditional celebrations, becomes a pilgrimage route walked by many devotees over nine consecutive nights.
The route begins along Via Don Minzoni, near the seaside castle. After climbing the road for around 200 metres, the itinerary continues left onto Salita Calissano, then onto Salita Montallegro. Initially passing between residential buildings, the road soon turns into a narrow stone path leading to the small church of San Bartolomeo, also reachable by road.
The ascent continues along the old mule track, winding between terraced slopes and elegant villas until reaching the locality of Pellegrino.
After walking about 50 metres left along the paved road, the route takes the mule track again on the right. Here the climb becomes steeper, crossing open terraced hillsides before entering the woodland.
The trail continues with a series of switchbacks, alternating shaded forest sections with more exposed stretches that can become particularly hot during summer.
Along the way there is a small stone shelter, the only refuge in case of sudden rain, before reaching a stone bench overlooking a beautiful panoramic view, vegetation permitting.
A short flatter section, with views towards San Maurizio dei Monti, precedes a staircase leading to the cable car station.
Here visitors will also find the first bar in the area.
The itinerary then follows the tree-lined avenue, passing in front of a hotel and restaurant before arriving at the foot of the impressive staircase leading to the Sanctuary of Montallegro (612 m), home to a permanent handcrafted nativity scene and a collection of religious ex-votos.
Several trails suitable also for MTB start from Montallegro, allowing hikers to continue towards the eastern Riviera, the western side or the inland valleys.
Following the trail behind the Sanctuary it is possible to continue towards Monte Rosa, reaching the summit in about 10 minutes while retracing the stages of the Via Crucis.
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Duration | 1h 20m |
| Distance | 3,600 |
| Trail marker | |
| Starting point | Rapallo |
