Piedmont · Hiking

Foppiano-Costa

A 2.0-mile point-to-point route in Piedmont, Italy.

2.0 mi
one way
797 ft
climb
5,973 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Foppiano-Costa is a 2.0-mile point-to-point route in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 4,030 ft and 5,970 ft above sea level, with roughly 800 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. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Varzo, about 2.0 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Croce dei Meri, Testa dell'Orso and Costetta. For camping, Campeggio Village Cistella and Campeggio Village Cistella are within about 6 miles. There are 2 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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