Bobbio Pellice is the starting point for some of the most popular treks and many of the high mountain excursions in the Pellice Valley. From Villanova, you can reach the famous Conca del Prà and the Jervis Refuge , the Crosenna Valley, and the passes towards France; from the Valle dei Carbonieri, you can climb towards the Barbara Refuge, Col Barant, Colle della Gianna, and Monte Manzol. In addition to the longer itineraries, there are also easier walks through the villages, woods, and mountain pastures surrounding the town.
EXCURSIONS AROUND THE COUNTRY
Walks and hikes on the slopes around Bobbio Pellice, among hamlets, woods, and scenic spots, ideal even in spring and autumn. On the Inverso side (facing north), the Pista Alta and Pista Bassa run through the woods below Punta Garin and the Bosco della Biava, while on the Indritto side (facing south), trails connect hamlets like Sarsenà and Serre Cruello.
SubtitleA beautiful circular route starting from the main square in Bobbio, exploring the villages on the southern slope and the forests on the northern side, with picturesque views of the mountains surrounding the town.
SubtitleDiscover the magnificent chestnut, beech, and larch forests at the foot of Punta Garin, along easy dirt roads and short trails suitable for everyone.
Difference: starting from +/- 150 m.
Climb duration:starting from 1h15min
Climb development:starting from 5 km
SubtitleA beautiful ride above the village of Bobbio Pellice, amidst ancient hamlets and offering stunning views of the valley peaks and Monviso.
Difference:+/- 570 m. or 720 m.
Climb duration:From 4am to 5.30pm
Climb development:9 or 12km
SubtitleAn easy hike through a magical forest with beautiful panoramic views of the valley's peaks, perfect in spring and autumn to admire the colors of the beech trees and feel like you're in a little corner of Canada.
REFUGES AND ALPINE PASTURES
Itineraries to some of the most characteristic places in the upper Pellice Valley, including refuges, mountain pastures, valleys, and large alpine concas. From the Barbara Refuge area , you can reach Col Barant and Alpe la Roussa , while from Villanova, trails lead to Conca del Prà and the Jervis Refuge , the Granero Refuge , Alpe Bancet , and the Crosenna Valley.
SubtitleThe unmissable and classic Val Pellice trek takes you to one of the most beautiful places in the Piedmont Alps, among forests, mountain pastures, waterfalls, marmots, and splendid peaks.
SubtitleOne of the oldest refuges in the Alps, at the foot of the imposing Granero and Manzol peaks and above the enchanting Conca del Pra.
Difference:+/- 1147 m. from Villanova; +/- 627 m. from Conca del Pra
Climb duration:4 hours from Villanova, 2 hours and 30 minutes from Conca del Pra
Climb development:10 km from Villanova / 6 km from Conca del Pra
SubtitleA panoramic hill in the heart of the Pellice Valley between the Carbonieri Valley and the Conca del Pra, with a small refuge open in the summer and one of the most beautiful high-altitude botanical gardens in all of Europe. Rifugio Barbara
Difference:starting from +/- 700 m.
Climb duration:starting from 2h
Climb development:starting from 4 km
SubtitleThe high pastures and mountain pastures of the Crosenna and Bancet valleys, along paths and mule tracks on the sunny slope above Villanova with wide and beautiful views of the valley peaks.
Climb development:13,5 km
SubtitleFrom Villanova to Alpe Crosenna, along the Rio Crosenna valley among larch forests, waterfalls and pastures at the foot of Bric Boucie
SubtitleThe head of the wild Cruello valley, a connecting point between the Pellice and Germanasca valleys, between the peaks of Cournur and Punta Bruna, where one of the highest mountain pastures in the valley is located.
Difference:from +/- 1177 m. for the hill to +/- 825 m. for the mountain pasture
Climb development:from 7,5 km
HILLS AND PEAKS
Excursions to passes, ridges, and peaks in the upper valley, generally with longer and more scenic itineraries. From Villanova, you climb towards Col Malaura , Colletta delle Faure , and Colle Boucie ; from Conca del Prà , itineraries depart towards Colle dell'Urina , Monte Palavas , and Colle della Croce . From the Barbara Refuge area , you finally reach Colle and Monte Manzol and Colle della Gianna . High mountain routes between the French border and towards Monviso.
SubtitleOne of the valley's important peaks, wild but accessible to those with some experience, lies between the two beautiful concas of Pra and Barbara, with Col Manzol joining the two.
Difference:+/- 944 for Colle Manzol or +/- 1183 m. for Punta Manzol
Climb duration:3 hours for Colle Manzol or 3 hours 45 minutes for Punta Manzol
SubtitleOne of the most evocative bivouacs in the valley, beneath the imposing rocky mass of Bric Boucie, the destination of a beautiful itinerary through high pastures and wild lands.
SubtitleAmong the most panoramic balconies on Monviso, which can be reached from the Barbara conca, following a beautiful path through larch forests and large, almost lunar clearings, with a beautiful final ridge to the summit.
Difference:+/- 775 m. for Colle della Gianna +/- 971 m. for Punta Sea Bianca
Climb duration:2h45min for the Gianna pass 3h30min for the Punta Sea Bianca
Climb development:4,5 km to the Gianna hill 6 km to the Punta Sea Bianca
SubtitleA panoramic “hill” overlooking the Conca del Pra, the Granero and Monviso, beneath the slopes of Punta Bruna, reachable via a sunny path through wide pastures.
SubtitleOn the border between Italy and France, a beautiful hike from Conca del Pra following one of the valley's most historic trails, with sweeping views of Monviso and Granero.
Difference:+/- 1085 m. from Villanova, +/- 555 m. from Conca del Pra
Climb duration:3h30 min from Villanova, 2h from Conca del Pra
Climb development: 6,5 km from Villanova, 2,5 km from Conca del Pra
SubtitleCol Malaura Col Malaura On the border between Italy and France, a beautiful hill where you can admire the imposing Bric Boucie and the aesthetic Mait d'Amunt gully, passing through the Crosenna pastures.
SubtitleA long trail that leads from the Conca del Pra to the foot of the imposing Mount Palavas and the border between Italy and France, where more experienced hikers can climb to the summit.
Difference:+/- 1305 m. for the Urina pass +/- 1709 m. for Mount Palavas
Climb duration:4 hours for the Urina pass 5 hours for Mount Palavas
Climb development:9 km to the Urina pass
CROSSINGS
Off-the-beaten-path trails and wilder itineraries, designed for those seeking a different way to explore the upper Pellice Valley. These crossings connect some of the valley's most popular spots via secondary routes, secluded valleys, and scenic stretches far from the most popular routes.
SubtitleAn easy trail through beautiful beech and larch forests that reaches beautiful panoramic points on the peaks of the Alta Val Pellice, until reaching Col Barant and its refuge.
Difference:starting from +/- 600 m.
Climb duration:starting from 1h45min
Climb development:starting from 4 km
SubtitleSplendid ring to reach the Conca del Pra in an alternative way, passing by the characteristic Crosenna mountain pasture and on the balcony path that leads to the Barricate
SubtitleAn unfairly under-visited hill, offering a magnificent view of Granero and Monviso, and a possible crossing on a fun ridge overlooking the Conca del Pra.
Difference:from +/- 829 m.
Climb duration: from 2h30min
Climb development:from 7km
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