Monte Gennaio

Monte Gennaio is a mountain summit reaching approximately 1,800 meters (5,900 feet) located in the Apennine range between two Tuscan-Emilian communities. The peak features a bifid summit structure with two distinct points connected by a natural saddle, surrounded by varied vegetation across its slopes.

The mountain has served as a landmark for hikers across generations and represents a key point in the history of mountain travel through the Apennines. The surrounding villages and mountain huts developed through centuries of local mountain use and community practices.

The mountain brings together hikers who document their visits in a summit register kept at the top. It serves as a meeting point for those exploring the Apennine ridgeline and holds meaning within the local trekking community.

Hikers reach the top via marked trails starting from Rifugio Segavecchia with varying difficulty levels. Water sources are scattered along the route, but it is wise to carry sufficient water from the start and check mountain conditions before setting out.

The mountain displays a geological formation with two separate summit peaks connected by a natural saddle, creating a distinctive double-top silhouette. This unusual structure gives hikers two different vantage points and makes the ascent memorable for those exploring the Apennine ridgeline.