YogaTrek La Verna: Wellness and Nature in the Casentino Forests

The first edition of “YogaTrek La Verna” will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Chiusi della Verna, offering a guided experience that combines forest hiking with professional yoga instruction. Organized by the Municipality of Chiusi della Verna and the Oros cooperative, the event utilizes regional funding from the PNRR “Attrattività dei Borghi Storici” program to promote local heritage and rural ecology.

What to Expect at the YogaTrek Event

Participants will gather at 10:00 a.m. in the La Beccia area, located at the base of the Sanctuary of La Verna. The event features a three-kilometer trek through historical paths, including ancient ice houses and monumental beech forests maintained for centuries by the Franciscan order. According to the event organizers, the route includes an elevation gain of 150 meters and is designed to be accessible for hikers of all skill levels. The trekking portion serves as a vehicle to explore the environmental balance of the Casentino forests, a region recognized for its significant spiritual and natural history.

How Yoga Integrates with the Trek

The experience incorporates guided yoga sessions led by a certified instructor. These sessions focus on grounding, centering, and mindfulness techniques designed to deepen the participant’s connection to the surrounding mountain environment. By practicing in the forest, the organizers aim to provide a space for physical awareness and mental well-being. This initiative is part of a broader series of events celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Oros cooperative, which has long focused on cultural and environmental promotion in the Tuscan region.

Logistics and Registration Requirements

While the event is free to the public, space is limited and registration is mandatory. Interested participants must secure a spot in advance to ensure entry. To register or request additional information, the organizers provide the following contact channels:

• WhatsApp: 370/1318284
• Email: [email protected]

Why This Event Matters for the Casentino Region

The “YogaTrek La Verna” event is categorized under the “Giornate dell’Ecologia Rurale” (Rural Ecology Days). This project is backed by PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) funding, specifically targeting the revitalization of historical villages. Unlike traditional tourism models, this approach emphasizes “slow tourism,” which encourages visitors to engage with the landscape through physical activity and mindfulness. By blending the spiritual legacy of the Franciscan friars with modern wellness practices, the Municipality of Chiusi della Verna and the Oros cooperative are attempting to create a sustainable model for local tourism that respects the environmental integrity of the Casentino forest ecosystem.

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