Praglia to Monte Penello Hike

By Vicky · Published Jun. 13th, 2024

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This easy out-and-back hike from Colle di Praglia past Colle Gandolfi to the top of Monte Penello has fantastic views and wild scenery.

Praglia to Monte Penello Hiking Map

Location

The hike from Praglia to Monte Penello starts at a car park by Colle di Praglia. You can park directly at Colle di Praglia, a hundred metres down the smaller side road, or 50 metres further northeast along the main road. There’s also a car park about 600 metres along the smaller side road, but most of this is gravel with potholes.

Tips

There are two small shelters at the top of Monte Penello where you can stop for a break or lunch out of the wind.
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Praglia to Monte Penello Hiking Route

Hiking trail up to Monte Penello from Praglia

Views from the top of Monte Penello after an easy hike up

From wherever you park, walk along the small side road to the south of Colle di Praglia. After about 600 metres you’ll come to the gravel car park and an information board. Head straight along the track to contour around the edge of the hill. Soon you’ll reach a saddle with your first views of the open hilly countryside you’ll be walking through.

Continue walking along the main track. The route is very easy to follow, just occasionally there are smaller paths that cut out small bends in the track. You can take these or follow the main track, it makes very little difference.

Mountain scenery on the Praglia to Monte Penello Hike

After walking through a gentle bowl with distant views of the Alps, you’ll head slightly up and over another rise. Now you can see the peak of Monte Penello not far in front of you.

At the top of Monte Penello

Views of Genoa and the sea from the mountains nearby

Views from the top of Monte Penello after a hike up from Praglia

Head to the top and you’ll find two small shelters. These are always open, so you can enter and sit down inside if the weather is poor. Just make sure you leave the shelter as you found it, including bringing back any rubbish with you. Have a break to enjoy views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding hills.

The top of Monte Penello is the furthest point of the hike. To return to the car park at Colle di Praglia, simply retrace your steps.