Cresta Nord Malacosta
- 0.4 mi
- round trip
- 749 ft
- climb
- 10,510 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Cresta Nord Malacosta is an out-and-back trail, 0.4 miles each way (0.8 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 9,980 ft and 10,510 ft above sea level, with roughly 120 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 Pontechianale, about 4.8 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Testa di Malacosta / Tête de Malacoste, Punta Mait and Punta del Vallone del Lupo / Tête de Gandin. For camping, Campeggio Libac and Camping Montano Luigi Bergera are within about 6 miles. There are 12 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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