5 routes · Hiking

Ghigo di Prali to Balsiglia
Via Lattea
Day 20 of Grande Traversate delle Alpi (GTA), the famous long-distance hiking trail across the Italian Alps.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 810 m
- Descent
- 898 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.1 km
- High Point
- 1.7 km
- Gradient
- 13˚

Leaving the small high alpine community of Ghigo di Prali, head in the direction of Rodoretto, circling the base of the mountain as you go. Carry on ascending up a high ridgeline above Fontane and then descend down to Salza di Pinerolo. Cut through the hamlet, continuing on to Balsiglia where you can stay on a basic but charming Posto Tappa. Sources https://gta-trek.eu/index.php/gps-tracks/files/file/37
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers