Trekking — Lake Sambuco, Mongiana

The Lake Sambuco route from Mongiana is a simple and evocative nature walk in the green heart of the Serre Calabresi. You start from Mongiana and cross a landscape of woods, silence and fresh air, until reaching Lake Sambuco, a small body of water immersed in nature. The itinerary is suited to those who want an outdoor experience without facing a demanding trek: the loop is about 5.4 km long, with a modest elevation gain and a duration of just over an hour. Perfect for a walk in nature, for those who want to take a few hours away from the sea and discover a more intimate, authentic face of Calabria. For the more curious and adventurous, the area also offers the chance to explore the surrounding woods and follow the trails, the scents of the vegetation and the fresh atmosphere of the hinterland. Here Calabria changes rhythm: no chaos, no rush, only green, water and silence. An ideal experience to pair with a visit to Mongiana and the Royal Bourbon Ironworks, to bring together nature, history and territorial memory in the same day. WeDei tip We recommend experiencing Lake Sambuco as part of a small Mongiana itinerary, not as an isolated stop. The route is simple, but still an outdoor itinerary: wear comfortable shoes or light hiking shoes, bring water and check the weather before setting off. Avoid smooth-soled shoes or overly light clothing on cool days, because the wooded area can be cooler than the coast.

• Small lake immersed in the green of the Mongiana woods
• Easy loop trail, ideal also for a light walk