Piedmont · Hiking

Richetta-Rocca la Croce

An out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.3 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy.

1.2 mi
round trip
1,351 ft
climb
4,940 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Richetta-Rocca la Croce is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.3 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 4,520 ft and 4,940 ft above sea level, with roughly 870 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Frassino, about 1.9 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rocca la Croce, Monte Ricordone and Bric la Costa. Tumpi la Pisso is within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping I Tigli and Cianabie are within about 6 miles. There are 5 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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