Up high, penance, "pillows" of lava and roast rabbit.

To get to castled Canossa, start with Carpineti and continue into the medieval past.

The six-hour hike from Dervio to Bellano is an ideal winter adventure.

The alpine valley of Val Bregaglia straddles Italy and Switzerland, and it's ripe for a hike.

Lombardy's rugged Val Codera makes your feet do all the work.

Monte Santa Giulia and the Parco della Resistenza give you a rich taste of Emilia-Romagna.

Walking into ancient history near Lago Maggiore.

From Bocca di Magra to Lerici takes you through Liguria's raw southern tip.

Hiking is therapy — but respect yourself and the land.