Direttissima del Marmagna
- 0.8 mi
- round trip
- 1,526 ft
- climb
- 5,368 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Direttissima del Marmagna is an out-and-back trail, 0.8 miles each way (1.5 miles round trip) in Tuscany, Italy, inside Parco Nazionale dell'Appennino Tosco-Emiliano. It runs between about 3,840 ft and 5,370 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,530 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 Ponticello, about 4.2 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tesa dei Corvi, Monte Marmagna and Monte Castello. Cascata dei Fagianelli grande and Il Pisciaron del Pungitopo are within about 3 miles. There are 6 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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