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Balma Boves
Visorando Member
2.45 mi
+876 ft
-705 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Sanfront (Cuneo)
A lovely, easy little walk that takes you past some rather impressive houses built beneath a rocky outcrop. Between Crissolo and Sanfront, head towards Roccheta. Shortly after crossing the River Po, park in the designated car park signposted on the right, then set off on foot, following the signs. The walk is very well signposted all along the route. On arrival, there is a ticket office where you pay the entrance fee, but during our visit, the site was open to the public free of charge and the ticket office appeared to have been closed for quite some time.
Rifugio Quintino Sella – Pian Del Re refuge
3.65 mi
+266 ft
-2,280 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Crissolo (Cuneo)
This short stage of the Mont Viso circuit is completely straightforward. To make the day more enjoyable, 500 m from the starting point, you can turn right for a return trip to the summit of Viso Mozzo at 3,019 m, offering a stunning view of the Po Valley, which has its source at Pian del Re, the end point of this stage
Trek around Monte Viso day 3: Refuge Sella Quintino - Refuge Vallanta
8.54 mi
+2,277 ft
-2,917 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Oncino (Cuneo)
Italian stage through wild upper valleys and rocky wasteland, scattered by beautiful mountain lakes, consistantlyaround Monte Viso.
Trek around Monte Viso in 5 days, stage 4
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.53 mi
+2,713 ft
-3,337 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Oncino (Cuneo)
This stage gives you a frontline view over Monte Viso on one side and Pô prairie (plaine du Pô) on the other. Then a climb through Vallanta's small green valley.
From the Pian de Re refuge to the Barbara Lowrie refuge
5.38 mi
+1,893 ft
-2,772 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Crissolo (Cuneo)
This stage of the Mount Viso circuit alternates between meadowland and rocky terrain. A hike without any particular difficulty, the round trip to Punta Sea Bianca can make for a pleasant addition to the day.
Pan del Re - Quintino Sella Refuge
3.66 mi
+2,238 ft
-217 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Crissolo (Cuneo)
This is the first stage of the 4-day tour of Monte Viso.
The planned tour starts from Pian del Re (mountain hut). The first stage ends at the Quintino Sella mountain hut before tackling, the following day, the crossing at the Col de San Chiaffredo, the descent to Chianale, then the climb to the Vallanta mountain hut.
Macra - Ruata Valle
5.19 mi
+3,018 ft
-1,066 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Macra (Cuneo)
The village of Macra is ideally situated to start this route. A car park on the outskirts of the village, the Maira stream which is truly at the heart of these seven stages, and small, well-kept hamlets to help you get into the spirit of Occitania. Along the way, you’ll see votive pillars, religious frescoes on the façades of some houses and numerous chapels. At the end of the route, the hamlet of Ruata Valle is entirely dedicated to the Locanda Codirosso.
Route of Occitan Piedmont
61.22 mi
+22,067 ft
-21,991 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Macra (Cuneo)
This 7-stage route takes place in Val Maira, one of the four valleys of Occitan Piedmont. This mountainous valley, devoid of ski resorts, has successfully showcased its cultural heritage. Numerous stone hamlets with slate-roofed houses have been restored. In these valleys, every effort is made to give hikers a warm welcome.
Since 1992, a very well-signposted route has offered a wide choice of stopover lodges where Occitan cuisine is served.
Vallanta Refuge - Sella Quintino Refuge
8.47 mi
+2,982 ft
-2,333 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Pontechianale (Cuneo)
This Italian stage of the Mont Viso circuit presents no particular difficulties. You will discover its wild high valleys dotted with high-altitude lakes. You will cross a few scree slopes before reaching the Sella Quintino Refuge, near Lake Mont Viso.
Trek around Monte Viso day 4: Refuge Vallanta - L'Echalp
9.83 mi
+1,552 ft
-3,970 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Pontechianale (Cuneo)
This stage involves a pass with neves and crossing Refuge du Viso high berm then Guil valley.
Trek around Monte Viso in 5 days, stage 5
9.33 mi
+1,496 ft
-3,904 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pontechianale (Cuneo)
Beautiful stage, green at first, covered by neve at the pass then very floral in Guil Valley.
Elva - Ussolo
10.11 mi
+3,333 ft
-4,373 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Elva (Cuneo)
Before setting off on this third stage, take a moment to admire Monte Chersogno in the distance, which rises to over 3,000 metres. You’ll pass through more charming little villages in Chiosso before tackling the pleasant climb up Colle San Michele. After a long descent, you’ll pass through two more hamlets: Cesani and Castiglione. In Ussolo, you’ll be in for another culinary treat at the Locanda La Carlina. The vegetables come from the small vegetable patch adjoining the typically Occitan building.
Trek around Monte Viso in 5 days, stage 3
8.49 mi
+4,426 ft
-3,888 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Ristolas (Hautes-Alpes)
High mountain stage.
Progress within a mineral setting.
A hike up to the highest pass of the trek.
Stunning view over the Pô water sources from "Sentier du Postier."
From the Barbara Lowrie Refuge to the Granero Refuge via the Manzol Pass
4.40 mi
+3,133 ft
-1,066 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bobbio Pellice (Torino)
Choosing this short route will take you through some magnificent scenery. Lago Nero is well worth a visit. However, this route is technically challenging with steep scree slopes: best tackled in dry, fine weather.
Trek around Monte Viso in 4 days
36.36 mi
+13,330 ft
-13,327 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Bobbio Pellice (Torino)
A 4 day trek on a high mountain route. The trek around Monte Viso (one of the highest summits in the Italian alps) is a sight for sore eyes. Crossing through some of the most authentic and wild high valleys of the Alps is delightful. This trek is almost identical to another trek by another hikiideas hiker which is done over 5 days. A big thank you to him and his description which inspired me.
Trek around Monte Viso day 2: Refuge Granero - Refuge Quintino Sella
10.73 mi
+5,381 ft
-4,511 ft
9h 35
Difficult
Departure from Bobbio Pellice (Torino)
Quite a long high mountain stage today, set in a mineral landscape passing through "les sources du Pô" and near beautiful mountain lakes. Exploring the north-east side of Monte Viso (3841m) will be the highlight.
Trek around Monte Viso in 5 days, stage 2
6.72 mi
+3,911 ft
-1,529 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bobbio Pellice (Torino)
The second stage of our trek around Monte Viso starts with a hike through green foliage at the bottom of the valley. Then a passage through beautiful alpine pastures near a delightful little lake. Stunning view point at Col Sellière.
Traversette Tunnel and Pass
9.98 mi
+3,996 ft
-3,973 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Ristolas (Hautes-Alpes)
The first transalpine crossing in history.
The Petit Belvédère du Mont Viso at the start of La Roche Écroulée
1.70 mi
+469 ft
-472 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Ristolas (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a very short circular route that starts at La Roche Écroulée in Ristolas and goes to the Petit Belvédère du Mont Viso, returning via a forest road.
Please note: dogs are not permitted in the nature reserve.
Lake Lestio from the large Viso viewpoint
11.19 mi
+2,546 ft
-2,543 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Ristolas (Hautes-Alpes)
Among the fascinating mountains of the Alps, Mont Viso (3,841 m) holds a special place. This route, which is not very steep on average but should not be underestimated due to the distance to be covered, allows you to approach the mountain and go as far as Lac Lestio, which gives you that special feeling of being at the end of the Alpine world.
Ussolo - Chialvetta
8.68 mi
+3,747 ft
-3,199 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Prazzo (Cuneo)
On this fourth day, you will continue along the left bank of the Maira. At Punta Culour, the highest point on this bank, a magnificent view to the west over the peaks on the border with France awaits you. You will then descend back down to the Maira river at Acceglio to cross over to the other bank. You will climb up the Unerzio valley to reach Chialvetta.
The Crosenna Alp – Valpréveyre
5.89 mi
+3,251 ft
-2,549 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Bobbio Pellice (Torino)
3rd and last stage of this Franco-Italian circuit. It meets with a variation of the Queyras circuit above the Jervis Refuge to reach Valpréveyre by the Col d’Urine.
Lago Verde - Crosenna Alp
9.08 mi
+2,539 ft
-5,607 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Prali (Torino)
2nd stage is entirely in Italy allowing you to walk alongside the many military buildings that protect the nearby border. The long descent before the shelter lets you enjoy the Italian pastures that appear much greener than the French. This is due to the more abundant moisture from this side of the border.