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Bologna

Itinerary 2: Ring from Villa Spada to the Basilica of San Luca – discovering the Bolognese hills

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Italy
Emilia-Romagna
Bologna

Itinerary 2: Ring from Villa Spada to the Basilica of San Luca – discovering the Bolognese hills

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4.5

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Itinerary 2: Ring from Villa Spada to the Basilica of San Luca – discovering the Bolognese hills

03:55

11.1km

330m

Hiking

The walk from Villa Spada to the Basilica of San Luca is a splendid excursion for anyone who loves trekking. The Tour has some challenging parts, but the panoramic views over the city and surrounding hills are worth it.

The walk starts from the splendid Villa Spada, crossing the suggestive…

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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IT4050029 - SIC-ZPS - Boschi di San Luca e Destra Reno

Waypoints

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Villa Spada Park

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Neo-Gothic tower where Ugo Bassi is said to have been locked up before his execution

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960 m

View of Bologna from San Pellegrino Park

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Beautiful panorama of Bologna from the San Pellegrino Park. A beautiful place reachable with a short walk.

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1.56 km

View of Bologna and San Luca from the 300 Steps

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From the 300 steps of Bologna you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city on one side and San Luca on the other. While it's a bit steep to get there, the view is definitely worth the effort.

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7.68 km

Shrine of Our Lady of St. Luke

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The Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca is a wonderful place in all seasons. It offers a 360 ° view of the surrounding landscape, which extends from the Alps …

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9.52 km

Meloncello Arch

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The Arco del Meloncello (pordgh dèl Mlunzèl in Bologna) is an 18th century Rococo structure in Bologna, which forms a pedestrian portico on the street (hence an arch). It is …

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11.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.36 km

3.83 km

1.53 km

793 m

555 m

Surfaces

2.83 km

2.31 km

2.13 km

1.64 km

1.63 km

526 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Trail Reviews

francesco
March 17, 2024, Portici per San Luca – Portici di San Luca giro ad anello con partenza da Casalecchio di Reno

Tackling the climb to San Luca after having climbed from Talon up the bregoli... well... a vaguely mystical experience.

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francesco
April 27, 2025, Escursione Garmin

My daughter and I decided to dedicate this little hike to a person who passed away unexpectedly. He was the person who rented us the house for our summer vacations in the Dolomites, he was a great person. Goodbye Mr. Fabio, protect our walks from up there. R.I.P.

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