General
What to do in and around Camporaghena
Walking, eating, exploring villages, doing nothing. Here's everything you can do during your stay.
If you want to walk
Camporaghena is surrounded by trails. Three start directly from the village.
- Groppi di Camporaghena — The classic trail. From the village meadows you climb through the woods to the high pastures. Bardigiano horses grazing, wild flowers, views over the Apennines. 1.5–2 hours, easy.
- From Camporaghena to Torsana — A walk through the woods to the highest village in Lunigiana. Waterfall, Romanesque church, panorama. 1.5 hours, easy.
- Passo dell'Ospedalaccio — For those with more stamina. An ancient pass between Tuscany and Emilia, with spectacular views. 4–5 hours, medium.
- Monte Alto (1,904 m) — The highest peak in the area. From the summit, on clear days, you can see the sea. Challenging.
- Lago Squincio and Lago Paduli — Two nearby mountain lakes, reachable from the Lagastrello Pass. Ideal for a picnic or a quiet walk.
If you want to visit villages
Lunigiana is full of medieval villages. Here are the most beautiful, in order of distance from Camporaghena.
Nearby (20–40 minutes by car):
- Comano — The main town. Services, restaurants, pharmacy. 15 minutes.
- Fivizzano — The "Florence of Lunigiana". Medici square, cafés, history. 30 minutes.
- Equi Terme — Caves, thermal baths, climbing, e-bike. 30 minutes.
- Sassalbo — Stone village at the foot of the Cerreto Pass. 25 minutes.
- Verrucola — Inhabited medieval castle. 30 minutes.
- Gragnola — Village dominated by the Castello dell'Aquila. 35 minutes.
A little further (40–60 minutes):
- Bagnone — One of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Castle, waterfalls in the village. 40 minutes.
- Pontremoli — The "Key and Gate" of Tuscany. Castello del Piagnaro, Statue Stele Museum, bookshops, historic centre. 50 minutes.
- Filetto — Perfectly preserved fortified village. In August, medieval re-enactment. 40 minutes.
- Fosdinovo — Malaspina Castle open to visitors, sea view. 50 minutes.
- Carrara — Marble, quarries, historic centre. 50 minutes.
- Colonnata — The village of lardo di Colonnata PGI, among the marble quarries. 1 hour.
If you want to eat
The nearest restaurants are in Comano and the surrounding area (15–30 minutes by car). Lunigiana cuisine: testaroli, panigacci, herb pies, porcini mushrooms, chestnuts.
- Ristorante Elisa — Comano. Lunigiana home cooking.
- Trattoria Federici — Prota di Comano. Historic trattoria.
- Roba da Matti — Crespiano. Bar, restaurant, social inclusion project.
- Agriturismo Casa Turchetti — Cattognano. Cuisine with home-grown produce.
- Da Remo — Monzone. Traditional trattoria.
- Il Sicomoro — Fivizzano. Refined cuisine.
- Locanda La Lina — Bagnone. Inn with local cuisine.
- I Fondi — Bagnone. Trattoria in the historic centre.
Important: always book, especially at weekends and in high season. Places are few and they close early.
If you want experiences
- Equi Caves — Guided tour of the karst caves. Suitable for everyone.
- Caving Adventure Equi — For those who want something more adventurous. Helmet, suit, real caves.
- Climbing in Equi — Equipped walls for all levels.
- E-bike in Equi — Electric bike rental and guided routes.
- Statue Stele Museum — Pontremoli. The mysterious 5,000-year-old sculptures.
- Castles of Lunigiana — An itinerary among the Malaspina castles.
If you don't want to do anything
Camporaghena is the right place.
- Read a book in the garden. The silence here is real.
- Look at the stars. With no light pollution, the Milky Way is spectacular.
- Photograph flowers, butterflies, sunsets. The light in the mountains changes every hour.
- Sleep. The fresh air and silence work wonders.
- Listen to the wind in the chestnut trees. It's the sound of Camporaghena.
Don't feel guilty if you "do" nothing. You came here precisely for this.
If it rains
- Visit the Statue Stele Museum in Pontremoli (indoors).
- Explore the Equi Caves (indoors, constant temperature).
- Go to Pontremoli and explore it with an umbrella: the bookshops, the cafés, the castle.
- Stay at the B&B. Read. Listen to the rain on the stone roofs. It's not time wasted.
If you're travelling with children
- Equi Caves: easy visit, fascinating for children.
- Lago Squincio or Lago Paduli: picnic, running in the meadows, no dangers.
- Camporaghena–Torsana walk: 1.5 hours, easy, you arrive in another village.
- Bardigiano horses grazing on the Groppi: children love them.
If you're travelling with a dog
- Dogs are welcome in Camporaghena and at the B&B.
- In the woods and on the trails they can run free (watch out for grazing horses).
- In restaurants, check beforehand if they accept dogs.
- Basic rule: Camporaghena's silence applies to everyone. Dogs included.
What to bring
- Trekking shoes. The trails are not paved. Even for a short walk, you need comfortable shoes with a good tread.
- Torch. In the evening, in the village alleys, there isn't public lighting everywhere.
- Fleece or jacket. Even in summer, at 831 metres the evening air is cool.
- Water. There are no fountains along the trails. Bring at least 1 litre per person.
- Book. The one that was waiting for the right moment. The moment is now.
What you DON'T need
- Smart clothes. No one wears them here.
- Heels. The alleys are cobbled, there are steps everywhere.
- Hurry. It doesn't work. Camporaghena has its own rhythm. Follow it.