Piedmont · Hiking

Lago di Andromia - Pizzo Albiona

An out-and-back trail, 1.1 miles each way (2.2 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy.

1.1 mi
round trip
1,879 ft
climb
7,818 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Lago di Andromia - Pizzo Albiona is an out-and-back trail, 1.1 miles each way (2.2 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 6,340 ft and 7,820 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,630 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. The nearest town is Varzo, about 3.1 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include La Colma della Croce, Monte Rondo and Loccia dei Balmetti. Cascata Variola is within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping Village Yolki Palki 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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