7 routes · Hiking
Via Alpina: Col de Turini to Sospel
Day 5 of the Via Alpina 7 day itinerary from the Italian Alps to the Mediterranean.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 329 m
- Descent
- 1.6 km
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 347 m
- High Point
- 1.7 km
- Gradient
- 12˚
Day 5 of the 7-day trek is characterised by vertical challenges and epic views. Just after the village of Moulinet, you enter the Mercantour National Park once more, following the Via Alpina Blue trail GR52. You leave the park at the Bandita de Barrins and begin a steep descent to the Bevera Valley, where you will spend the night in the pretty medieval village of Sospel.
Description
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
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