Lombardy · Hiking

San Matteo

2.1 mi
round trip
2,580 ft
climb
11,613 ft
high point
Out and back
route

San Matteo is an out-and-back trail, 2.0 miles each way (4.1 miles round trip) in Lombardy, Italy, inside Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio - Nationalpark Stilfser Joch. It runs between about 9,060 ft and 11,610 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,670 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 Santa Caterina Valfurva, about 3.8 miles southeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cima di Vallumbrina, Pizzo di Vallumbrina and Punta della Sforzellina. There are 7 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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