Monte Fasce Loop from Bavari

The Monte Fasce loop from Bavari is a half-day mountain walk in the hinterland east of Genoa, in Liguria, Italy. The trailhead is at the Bavari cemetery, reached by AMT Genova bus toward Bavari; walkers should verify the current line and timetable on amt.genova.it. Parking near the cemetery is limited, and no permit is required. The loop climbs over Monte Riega, Proie and Bastia to the summit of Monte Fasce, which is about 832 to 834 m depending on the source. The Italian outdoor site Gulliver.it describes the itinerary as neither long nor hard, and the full loop takes about 4 to 5 hours. Under this site's criteria it is moderate because of the sustained uphill and the total time, though it has no scrambling or serious exposure. The surface is mostly dirt and rocky track through scrub and woodland, and it becomes slippery after rain, so hiking boots are recommended over trail shoes. Shade is intermittent, with open ridge sections near the top. The summit gives broad views over the Ligurian Sea and the surrounding Apennine ridges, and the antenna-dotted crest is a recognisable landmark. Walkers can shorten the day by turning back after Monte Riega or Proie if weather turns. There are no refuge huts on the loop and no dependable water sources, so about 2 litres of water per person should be carried, along with a windproof jacket for the summit ridge. The best window is October to May, avoiding the hottest weeks of July and August. In poor visibility the route can be hard to follow, and an offline map or GPS track is a useful backup. Because it starts and ends at the same point, the loop is practical for a single bus trip from the city.