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Corno Grande Western Summit

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Corno Grande Western Summit

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Corno Grande Western Summit

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    Location: Pietracamela, Teramo, Abruzzo, Italy

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    April 22, 2016

    Mountaineering

    Corno Grande is the highest peak on the Italian Peninsula, at 2,912 m above sea level, situated in the central Italian province of Teramo in the Abruzzo region. It is part of the Gran Sasso massif in the Apennine Mountains. Its northern corrie holds Europe's southernmost glacier, Ghiacciaio del Calderone. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corno_Grande
    You can hike it as a loop, following the 'direttissima' sign going up, and the main trail coming down. Also helps to avoid the weekend crowds in the morning ;-) Campo Imperatore is the starting point komoot.de/tour/3906922

    August 7, 2023

    Hiking

    The Corno Grande with its 2,912 meters above sea level it is the highest peak of the Apennines.
    It can be reached via the Via Normale or the Direttissima.
    Both trails require some attention.
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    July 14, 2025

    Mountaineering

    The Normal Route is a fairly simple route, except for the last 400 meters, the gully and the ridge, which, being EEA grade (expert equipped hikers), require considerable physical strength and technique. Mountaineering boots are also required, and a helmet is recommended. Since the ridge is also quite technical, it is absolutely not suitable for those with a fear of heights, the elderly, children, or anyone without mountaineering experience.
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    1. Emperor Camp โ€“ Duca degli Abruzzi Hut loop from Campo Imperatore

    14.1km

    07:05

    1,100m

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 2,860ย m

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