Rota Vicentina | EQUIPMENT
Here is the list of gear we would pack for hiking the Rota Vicentina. We’ll keep updating it on a yearly basis, based on our growing knowledge and experiences on different trails.
❗ Recommendation:
We advise to carefully plan your equipment list for hiking this trail. Keep in mind… a too heavy and bulky backpack would increase your effort while hiking and would make the trail experience less enjoyable.
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Rota Vicentina Gear List
This gear list was created using Lighterpack.
The last category block, called “Trail-Specific Gear”, lists all additional items that are trail dependent. Out of these items, the ones we would recommend for hiking the Rota Vicentina are discussed further down below, in the Trail-Specific Gear section.
⛺ Camping Gear:
If you choose to enjoy the luxus of the provided accommodations along the trail (as we also did), you can simply ignore the gear listed under “Shelter”, “Sleeping” and “Cooking”.
📅 Weather and Temperatures:
We hiked the Rota Vicentina in February. Your gear list can of course change depending on the period you are planning to go. We advise to check the weather forecast and temperatures before leaving for this adventure.
💥 Hike Your Own Hike:
Use this gear list for inspiration, but don’t take it as the one and only way to go! “Gear” is a very subjective topic, as every hiker is different and therefore has different needs while on trail. We too are still inside an endless learning phase… so find what suits you best and HYOH!
Trail-Specific Gear
☂️ These are the items from the category “Trail-Specific Gear” that we would carry on the Rota Vicentina.
Sitting Pad: if you are planning to stay at the accommodations along the trail and choose not to bring any foldable pad (like the one listed under “Sleeping”), I advise to pack at least a sitting pad… you’ll never regret this choice during breaks!
Fleece: for cold evenings (keep in mind we hiked in February).
Long Pants: for hiking, instead of shorts and wind pants (keep in mind we hiked in February).
Rain Pants: in case of rainy days (check the forecast).
Gaiters: we recommend to wear gaiters, to reduce the chances of sand getting into your shoes and creating potential issues with blisters.
Additional Notes
Shelter, Sleeping and Cooking systems: if you choose to enjoy the luxus of the provided accommodations along the trail (as we also did), you can simply ignore the gear listed under these categories, hence reducing the weight of your pack.
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