Colle del Turlo – Parco Naturale dell'Alta Valsesia e Alta Val Strona

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18.6km

1,430m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2024

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Parco naturale dell'Alta Val Sesia e dell'Alta Val Strona

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2.66 km

Rifugio F. Pastore (Alpe Pile)

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Pastore Refuge is located at 1,575 meters above sea level on Alpe Pile. From here you can admire the imposing and fascinating south face of Monte Rosa.

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9.65 km

Colle del Turlo (2738 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Turlo hill is located at an altitude of 2,738 metres, between the Corno Piglimò to the south and the Corni di Faller to the north, connecting the Quarazza valley with the upper Sesia valley. The pass path connects the two centers of Walser origin of Alagna and Macugnaga and is an important part of the Monte Rosa Tour.

The cart track was created between 1925 and 1931 by a military regiment. Historically, it has been a fundamental link with the Anzasca Valley, used in the past for both commercial and migratory purposes. It is said that the Walser settlers who founded the first settlements in Alagna passed through here between the 13th and 14th centuries. The name is curious because in the Walser language "Türli" means "small door".

Although the terrain is steep, the rocky trail is well maintained and not very technical.

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15.9 km

Acqua Bianca Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Beautiful waterfall that pours more water down at the rhythm of the day. This all has to do with the rising daytime temperature. On sunny days, even more meltwater comes down. The waterfall is at its full power in the late afternoon. Enjoy the power of nature.

This is also the terminus of the paying shuttle bus from Wold.

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