Varco della Teglia

Located on the Alta Via dei Monti Picentini, it is an intersection point between the paths 116 (Pizzo San Michele - Varco della Colla) and 116A (Calvanico), it is located at an altitude of 1,460 meters above sea level.

Intersection point of various paths.

You come across Varco della Teglia when you want to reach Tuppo dell'Uovo or Mount Mai. The Varco della Teglia overlooks the Vallone della Tornola to the north and is surmounted to the west by the bulk of the Tuppo dell'Uovo, a large and singular spire which owes its name to its ovoid shape. Here is the intersection with route no. 116. It can be reached shortly on the left leaving the wood among laburnum trees up a stony passage to reach the summit of Tuppo dell'Uovo (Toppo), from which Pizzo San Michele, Teminio, the Monti di Quarry and Monte Mai.Trekking clothing, sturdy shoes and mountaineering experience are required.