The degrees of difficulty of the trails
and hikings

Itineraries that wind on terrains of all kinds, or on evident traces of passage in various terrains (pastures, debris, stony ground), usually with signs; there may be short flat or slightly inclined stretches of residual snow where, in the event of a fall, the slide stops in a short space and without danger. Sometimes they develop on open land, without paths but not problematic, always with adequate signs. They can take place on steep slopes, where however the exposed sections are generally protected or secured (cables). They can have single passages, or short sections on rock, which are not exposed, neither tiring nor demanding, thanks to the presence of equipment (ladders, pegs, cables) which however do not require the use of specific equipment (harness, carabiners, etc.). They require a certain sense of direction, as well as some experience and knowledge of the alpine environment, walking training, as well as suitable footwear and equipment. They make up the vast majority of hiking trails in the Italian mountains.