Alta Via 1
Champorcher
Courmayeur
Pila
"High Route 1": Tour of the giants
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 186 km
- Ascent
- 14 km
- Descent
- 13 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 311 m
- High Point
- 2.9 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 311 m to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 186 km, 13585 vertical metres of ascent and 12695 vertical metres of descent.
Description
"High Route 1": Tour of the giants
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers