Dosso - Foce di Dosso

The trail is a classic vertical connecting route historically used to link the rural communities of the Levanto valley with the ridge paths along the watershed. The itinerary starts from the historic stone houses of the hillside village of Dosso, situated at approximately 180 metres above sea level. From the first section, the trail climbs the mountain slope through broad terraced olive groves supported by dry-stone walls, offering extensive panoramic views towards the gulf and the surrounding heights, including Monte Rossola. As the climb continues, the rural landscape gradually gives way to sheltered woodland vegetation. The route ends upon reaching Foce di Dosso at 428 metres above sea level, a fundamental and historic geographical pass. This junction is marked by an evocative small rural chapel, the Church of San Nicolao, and acts as a crucial connection with the AV5T, the Alta Via delle Cinque Terre, allowing hikers to continue towards Monte Bardellone or in the direction of the Sanctuary of Soviore.

• Wear hiking shoes with a lugged sole: the unpaved surface and mule-track sections may accumulate seasonal humidity or dry leaves and become slippery on the slope.
• There are no certified drinking-water sources along this uphill route: refill before departure in the valley.
• Several forest roads and ridge trails converge at Foce di Dosso. Pay attention to horizontal trail markers and metal signs to maintain the desired direction when continuing the hike.