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H11a - Alpe Misanco - Monte Cazzola

ModeratePiedmont · Italy

GPX
Distance
1.7 km (1.1 mi)
Elevation gain
405 m (1,329 ft)
Typical time
58 min
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Point to point
Highest point
Not recorded

About H11a - Alpe Misanco - Monte Cazzola

H11a - Alpe Misanco - Monte Cazzola is a 1.7 km hiking route in Piedmont, Italy. It climbs roughly 405 m (1,329 ft) along the way. Most people take around 58 min at a comfortable pace, plus stops. Expect a steady effort with a few sustained climbs, well within reach if you walk regularly.

This is mountain terrain, and the scale of the surroundings is the reason to come. Above the treeline the route crosses open pasture, at its most colourful in early summer.

Start and finish are in different places, which means public transport or a second car is part of the planning. The route is waymarked and marked on the ground with its own symbol, so navigation is straightforward in good visibility.

Summer here is hot and exposed, so the sensible season runs from autumn through to spring.

In short, H11a - Alpe Misanco - Monte Cazzola suits regular walkers who want a full day without technical ground. Dog access is not formally recorded here, so check locally before bringing one.

Route map

Moderate1.7 km405 m

Route line from OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. View the source relation

The route in detail

The route is normally walked in the direction described below. The first third does most of the climbing, so settle into a slow rhythm early rather than trying to hold a flat-ground pace. The upper section is where the route earns its reputation, and it is also where weather changes fastest. Because the finish is away from the start, check return transport before committing to the second half.

Highlights

  • Mountain
  • Alpine meadow
  • Waymarked route
  • Waymarked and signposted

Know before you go

Best season
October to May
Waymarked
Yes, signed on the ground
Surface
Mixed natural surface
Dogs
Not recorded, check locally
Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Entrance fee
No fee recorded
Camping
Not recorded
Drinking water
Carry your own
Toilets
Not recorded
Mobile coverage
Generally usable
Parking
Park at the trailhead, arrive early in high season
Emergency
112 in Europe, 911 in North America

How this trail scores

Computed from distance, ascent, terrain features, surface and access data.

Scenery
64/100

Terrain features, relief and photographic interest

Adventure
40/100

Distance, ascent and how wild the ground is

Difficulty
14/100

Effort index from distance and climbing

Accessibility
72/100

Surface, gradient and ease of reaching it

Family
40/100

Suitability for children who already walk

Dogs
62/100

Access rules, terrain and water along the way

Tips from the trail

  • Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and the quietest paths.
  • Aim for october to may for the most reliable conditions.
  • Leave nothing behind, including fruit peel, and stay on the marked line to protect the ground either side.

Warnings

  • Conditions change with the weather. Check a local forecast on the morning of your walk.

Safety

Emergency services in Italy are reached on 112. Tell someone your route and expected finish time before you set off, particularly if you are walking alone. Mobile coverage is generally usable along this route, but do not rely on it as your only plan. If the weather deteriorates, descending the way you came is almost always the safer option.

What to bring

  • Comfortable, broken-in hiking shoes or boots
  • Weatherproof jacket
  • At least 1.5 litres of water
  • Small first aid kit including blister plasters

Photography

Shoot the first hour after sunrise from the higher ground: the low angle picks out every ridge and the valleys still hold mist. Take the shot on the way out. Conditions rarely improve by the time you come back past. A wide lens captures the scale, but a short telephoto is what turns a good view into a photograph.

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