Right at the beginning of this enchanting hike, you can expect unique views of the picturesque village of St'Angelo in the south and, after a short climb, also of Forio in the west of the island. On the high-altitude trail, we then hike through a sea of rocks and a small robinia forest until we reach a chestnut forest. Here, on this quiet, densely forested plateau, we discover huge moss-covered boulders, the quaint rock houses, and the deep snow pits from centuries past. Nature has used its power to shape many of the large and small boulders into bizarre figures, thus creating a magical forest of stone. For our well-deserved lunch break, we will stop at a quaint, rustic mountain restaurant near Santa Maria al Monte. The restaurant with a fantastic panoramic terrace was originally also a rock house! Well refreshed, we finally begin the descent to Forio, where the hike ends.

GEOLOGIST'S TIP: It's a good idea to bring your camera! There are many fantastic photo opportunities, not just of the landscapes and special rock formations. We would also be happy to take a picture of you with a Hinkelstein on your back or a special portrait in a stone frame. Last but not least: Wear well-fitting shoes, then walking will be more relaxed, and bring a lot of good humour and also a light jacket.