Veneto · Hiking

Normale Punta Col de Varda

0.4 mi
round trip
1,322 ft
climb
8,119 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Normale Punta Col de Varda is an out-and-back trail, 0.4 miles each way (0.8 miles round trip) in Veneto, Italy. It runs between about 7,060 ft and 8,120 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,060 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. The nearest town is Giralba, about 5.7 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Col di Varda, Punta Col de Varda and Cima Cadin di Misurina. For camping, Camping Alla Baita is 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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