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Magome-Tsumago Hiking Trail

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Magome-Tsumago Hiking Trail

馬籠・妻籠ハイキングコース

Gifu · Chubu

An 8km, roughly 3-hour preserved stretch of the Edo-era Nakasendo footpath connecting the post towns of Magome and Tsumago.

Why it's hidden

The historic walking route itself, distinct from either endpoint town, bookable as its own half-day experience.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.5· 399 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free trail and post-town streets, dawn-dusk year-round; only optional Toson memorial museum ~500 JPY.
Nearest station
Tadachi Station

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

hiking trailold townhistory

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