Panoramic Marches
Whether you run or take a leisurely stroll, non-competitive marches are the perfect opportunity to get some fresh air, improve your fitness, and discover places, landscapes, traditions, and stories in a friendly atmosphere. And at the end of each walk, there's always a generous and tasty refreshment.
Lucca
Winter Run
A walk from Lucca's historic center to the banks of the Serchio River. Routes of 3, 6, 10, and 16 kilometers.
Info: Misericordia Lucca – Fb/Christmas-Run-Misericordia-di-Lucca
Montecarlo
March of the Vineyards
The walk starts from Piazza d'Armi in Montecarlo and passes through the evocative and relaxing vineyard landscapes. Routes are 2, 6, and 10 kilometers.
Info: Misericordia Montecarlo – servizi@misericordiamontecarlo.org
- Lucca, Saltocchio
March of Saint Pancras
A classic hill walk. A 3 or 6 km loop through the parks and history of some of Lucca's most beautiful villas, all the way to the panoramic Specola di Marlia.
Info: Podistica San Pancrazio – podisticasanpancrazio@gmail.com - Marlia
March of the Villas
The queen of Lucca's non-competitive marches. An experience amid the rolling hills of Capannori and its stunning villas.
A simple walk or, for the more trained, a 26 km hike to the foot of the Pizzorne.
Info: Marliesi Marchers – https://www.marciadelleville.it/
- Montecarlo
Run with Paolo
A relaxing walk or a more intense run on the splendid hills of Monte Carlo, amidst landscapes, vineyards, and history.
Info: Porcari Athletics – atleticaporcari.it/ - Lucca, San Cassiano a Vico
Walk through San Cassiano
Historic event for runners and others with the non-competitive walk
Info: San Cassiano Recreational Club – luccapodismo.it - Capannori, Camigliano Santa Gemma
March of Saint Gemma
Three itineraries for all levels, from 2 to 11 km, designed to admire the splendid hilly landscapes of the Lucca plain and breathe in the scents of spring.
Info: Mercy of Santa Gemma – misericordiasantagemma.it - Porcari
Porcari Corre
Among hilly paths, ponds, reed beds, birds, and Pinocchio's fairy-tale oak tree. Five trails suitable for athletes, families, and... strollers.
Info: Porcari Athletics – atleticaporcari.it/
- Lucca and Capannori, Verciano area
The Nottolini Walk
From one small temple to another, along the monumental Nottolini aqueduct and the Parole d'Oro, nature meets history. Choose from four itineraries, ranging from 2 to 15 km.
Info: Verciano Committee – verciano.it/ - Capannori
Walking for Simona
A walk through the hills and villas of Capannori to raise funds for leukemia research.
Info: AIL – ail.lucca.it - Capannori, Colognora di Compito area
Walk in the greenery
A gentle walk, five routes (from 2 to 18 km) for a pleasant immersion among paths and country roads, olive groves and rolling hills.
Info: GS Colognora di Compito – info@gscolognoradicompito.it - loc. San Michele di Moriano
Walk in the Morianese Hills
An easy, scenic hike through the rolling hills of Lucca, starting from San Michele di Moriano. Routes range from 3 to 16 kilometers.
Info: Gs Marciatori Morianesi - Lucca
Lilac walk
Awareness march along the City Walls promenade on the topic of eating disorders.
Info: Acca Lucca – www.associazioneaccalucca.it
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- Villa Basilica, Pizzorne Plateau
Run in Pizzorna
We hike at an altitude of 1,000 meters through the Pizzorne woods that embrace the northern part of the Lucca plain. We pass picturesque views and mountain scents.
Info: Villa Basilica Runners – villabasilica.runners@gmail.com - Badia Pozzeveri – Altopascio
Run to Badia Pozzeveri
At a slow or faster pace in the Altopascese countryside, in the Lucca plain, with a view of the evocative Badia Pozzeveri abbey.
Info: As Podistica Altopascese Tau – Altopascio running
- Villa Basilica, Pizzorne Plateau
- Porcari
The 100m race
A competitive 12km walk and shorter 3km and 7km routes for non-competitive runners and walkers, passing through the sights, landscapes, and landmarks of the Lucca plain.
Info: Porcari Athletics – http://www.atleticaporcari.it/
- Capannori, San Colombano area
Canapino March
Stroll through the hills of Capannori, among vineyards and olive groves, stopping at the Specola lookout, Lucca's ancient observatory. Relaxation and views are guaranteed.
Info: Asd Canapino – fb/asdCanapino - Lucca, Saltocchio
March of the 5 countries
A trail for all levels, immersed in the green hills of Lucca and ancient churches, for a day of sport and relaxation.
Info: Podistica San Pancrazio – podisticasanpancrazio@gmail.com - Lucca, Sorbano del Giudice area
Let's run to Sorbanello with Giacomo
A free-paced march, to be done as a jog or a simple walk, along the arches of the Nottolini Aqueduct and in the countryside of Sorbano del Giudice.
Info: Sorbanello Association – sorbanello.it - Lucca
The march of the snails
A healthy, Parkinson's-fighting walk along the green ring of Lucca's Walls for a day of joy and commitment, all at a slow pace.
Info: Lucca Parkinson Association – parkinsonlucca.com
- Lucca, Ponte a Moriano
The Bridge Walk
The march starts from the main square of Ponte a Moriano and, passing through the panoramic hills of Ciciana and Tramonte, climbs up to the imposing, white Convent of the Angel.
Info: Green Cross Ponte a Moriano – croceverdeponte.it - Lucca hills
Cantinando
A 10-km food and wine walk through villas, vineyards, and autumn colors, with a tasting of wine and local products.
Info: Gs Marciatori Marliesi – marc.marliesi@virgilio.it - Lucca, Nozzano area
Applemarching
Four routes of 3, 6, 12, and 18 km along paved roads, dirt tracks, and trails nestled in the rolling hills of Lucca. And a superb view of Nozzano Castle.
Info: Gs Mele Marce – melemarcelucca@gmail.com
Lucca
Children's Village
A gate on the Walls
Running or walking, a lap or two around the Walls of Lucca, full of fun and solidarity. In the spirit of the historic Children's Village initiative.
Info: Children's Village – villaggiofanciullolucca.it
Christmas Run
The Christmas Run. For runners preparing for the new season and those who want to exchange Christmas greetings while strolling leisurely through the streets of Lucca and its splendid Walls.
Info: Mercy of Lucca – misericordialucca.org
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