Salita alla Punta Lioy
- 1.6 mi
- round trip
- 2,377 ft
- climb
- 12,142 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Salita alla Punta Lioy is an out-and-back trail, 1.6 miles each way (3.2 miles round trip) in Aosta Valley, Italy. It runs between about 10,370 ft and 12,140 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,820 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Breuil-Cervinia, about 2.8 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tête des Roèses, Becca de Guin and Petite Tête de Bella Tsa. There are 9 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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