Aosta Valley · Hiking

Sentiero degli Alpini

1.4 mi
round trip
2,795 ft
climb
9,723 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Sentiero degli Alpini is an out-and-back trail, 1.4 miles each way (2.7 miles round trip) in Aosta Valley, Italy. It runs between about 7,580 ft and 9,720 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,450 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. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Antagnod, about 1.7 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Monte Facciabella, Anticima Gran Dent and Becca di Nana. Cascata di Mascognaz and Cascata di Mascognaz are within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Sole e neve and Camping Monte Rosa are within about 6 miles. There are 13 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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