Hiking Cima San Giacomo
Sulden
Trentino-Alto Adige
Beatiful vista on the glaciers
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.1 km
- High Point
- 3.3 km
- Gradient
- 21˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 2.1 km to the maximum altitude of 3.3 km, the route covers 13 km, 1270 vertical metres of ascent and 1248 vertical metres of descent.
Description
On the way back down you can sleep at Rifugio Cesare Branca
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.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers