CHJASSU SAN MICHELE - LUCCIANA

Discover Lucciana along two accessible trails steeped in history. The first takes you through the heart of the village, past quiet lanes and restored heritage sites such as the Funtanelle. The second, longer route takes you to the magnificent San Michele chapel, perched among the hills. Beware, however, that there is little shade on this route, so make sure you're well equipped, especially in summer, and adjust your pace with children.

Lucciana Village path :
Start from the village car park: 42.546300, 9.417990 (Alt. 220m)
Length of walk (excluding breaks): 30 min.
Distance covered: 1Km
Difference in altitude: D+40m / D-40m
Difficulty: Easy

Suggestion: Why not enjoy a "blue plate" rally?

1) From the car park, look for your 1st sign "Piazza u Suru" and turn right towards the bar, then right again towards the church.

2) From "Piazza San Michele" look for "Ricciata Suprana" - leave the church on your right and walk up to "Piazza di a funtana" (watering hole).

3) A few metres further up, in Piazza u Zi, look for sign "1" and go down the stairs to the start of the San Michele path.
Turn left into Funtanella Suprana. Leave the Terraghjule Suprane on your right.
When you reach Piazza Caserna, turn right towards Carrughju a Teppa, and from Piazza a Teppa go down the stairs to Piazza Zia Memetta.
Continue towards Stretta a Ghjesa, which we'll leave on the left.
When you reach Carrughju Funtanella Sottane - which marks the end of the San Michele path - turn left and a few metres further on turn right into A Piazzetta. Continue downhill until you reach Piantò.

4) Piazza Piantò, with its superb stone arch, overlooks the Mormorana stream. Mark the 76
to reach Piazza San Anghjulu 5.

5) From Piazza San Anghjulu, walk up Ricciata Suttana and then past Piazza Casò.
Finally, turn right towards the car park.

San Michele Chapel path :
Start from the village car park: 42.546300, 9.417990 (Alt. 220m)
Walking time (without breaks): 60 min.
Distance covered: 3Kms
Difference in altitude: D+130m / D-130m
Difficulty: Medium

1) From the car park, look for your 1st sign "Piazza u Suru" and turn right towards the bar, then right again towards the church.
From Piazza San Michele, look for Ricciata Suprana and leave the church on your right to climb up to Piazza di a Funtana (watering hole).

2) A few metres further up, in the "Piazza u Zi", look for and descend the steps to reach the start of the San Michele path. Turn right towards "Funtanella Suprana"; this is where the path begins.
A footbridge leading to the "Funtanelle" has been built, providing access to this village centre where the Luccianinchi (inhabitants of Lucciana) used to come to collect water and wash their clothes.

3) Once you reach the river, continue your ascent through the forest.
Take advantage of this remarkable viewpoint to observe nature and why not take a few photos before starting your descent along a dirt path.

4) From the San Michele Chapel, take a break. Observe nature and take a few photos before starting your descent along a
down a dirt path.

5) After 150 metres, you'll come to a crossroads of footpaths. Keep to your left, cross the stream again and then climb back up to the village.
before heading slightly uphill towards the village.

6) "Carrughju Funtanella Suttane" - marks the end of the San Michele trail. Take a moment to stroll through the village and its many charming "Piazzette" (little squares).
Finally, you arrive at the car park...

The Topo Guide is available to download to accompany you along your route and ensure you have a safe and enjoyable hike.