R3 (vecchio)
- 0.6 mi
- round trip
- 1,024 ft
- climb
- 6,808 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
R3 (vecchio) is an out-and-back trail, 0.6 miles each way (1.3 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 6,590 ft and 6,810 ft above sea level, with roughly 520 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Frise, about 2.1 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rocca Pergo Grossa, Rocca Pergo Piccola and Monte Prapian. For camping, Il Sole and Agricampeggio Mac a pè 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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