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Stage 01
Cava de’ Tirreni → Agerola
From the Metelliana Valley into the heart of the Lattari Mountains, via Chiunzi Pass and the Monte Cerreto ridge.
- Distance
- 26 km
- Elevation gain
- +1,539 m
- Highest point
- 1,312 m
In 1876 Giustino Fortunato conceived the idea and made his first exploratory attempts; the first complete crossing took place in 1877. One hundred and fifty years later, we return to that line to keep its historical, cultural and scenic value alive.
The 2026 edition is Year Zero: not only a celebration, but the first step towards turning the annual crossing into an established trail, shared and alive over time.
“Do not simply cross a territory. Learn to read it.”
