Lombardy · Hiking

Vioz -Branca

2.3 mi
round trip
2,564 ft
climb
11,713 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Vioz -Branca is an out-and-back trail, 2.3 miles each way (4.6 miles round trip) in Lombardy, Italy, inside Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio - Nationalpark Stilfser Joch. It runs between about 9,170 ft and 11,710 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,550 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. The nearest town is Peio Fonti, about 4.7 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include L'Isola Persa, Punta Saline and Cima di Peio. Cascata Molinelli is within about 3 miles. For camping, Val Di Sole is within about 6 miles. There are 20 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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Conditions and forecast

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