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Hiking : Gendarmes de Montagnaya

Italia Valle d'Aosta / Vallée d'Aoste

This hike takes place in a challenging and breathtaking area, with a distance of 15.193 kilometers and an elevation gain of 1301 meters. The estimated duration for this hike is around 6 hours and 46 minutes, making it extremely difficult due to its length and elevation.

Starting your journey, you will come across some key points of interest along the trail. At the beginning, there is a parking area available for hikers to leave their vehicles and start the adventure. As you continue, at around 0.11 kilometers from the start, you'll find a drinking water station to refill your bottles. Additionally, at 0.04 kilometers in, there is an information point to learn more about the area.

Midway through the hike, at 2.79 kilometers from the start, another information point awaits to provide you with more insights. At 2.86 kilometers, you'll come across another information point with valuable details about the surroundings. Further along the trail, at 4.42 kilometers, there is an additional information point to enhance your hiking experience. Keep an eye out for the information point at 5.02 kilometers, and at 5.74 kilometers, another informative spot to enrich your knowledge.

Towards the latter part of the hike, at 7.6 kilometers from the start, you'll reach Col Montagnaya, a saddle point known for its stunning views. Not far from there, also located at 7.6 kilometers from the start, you'll encounter the Gendarmes de Montagnaya, a collection of rock formations adding to the beauty of the area.

As this is an out-and-back route, the destination point is the Gendarmes de Montagnaya. Don't forget to bring plenty of water, snacks, and suitable gear for the challenging terrain. It is recommended to check the weather forecast before embarking on this adventure to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.