Lombardy · Hiking

Cresta Cabianca-Madonnino (max III°)

1.0 mi
round trip
1,347 ft
climb
8,227 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Cresta Cabianca-Madonnino (max III°) is an out-and-back trail, 0.9 miles each way (1.9 miles round trip) in Lombardy, Italy, inside Parco delle Orobie Bergamasche. It runs between about 7,790 ft and 8,230 ft above sea level, with roughly 620 ft of climbing one way. It is difficult alpine terrain with exposed scrambling, for experienced mountaineers only. The nearest town is Valgoglio, about 3.2 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Monte Cabianca, Naso di Cabianca and Corno Occidentale del Madonnino. Cascata della Val Sambuzza is within about 3 miles. There are 18 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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