Arriving at the summit of Monte Follia, the hiker will also find a beautiful summit cross that crowns the mountain. They are often massive wooden crosses, but the builders designed this one very differently. It is made of iron or steel, and decorative ornaments are incorporated between the outlines of the longitudinal and transverse beams, which characterize the shape of the cross, as well as on the four outer corners of the crossing point.

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Enduro mountain peak from Mt. Faudo (S2, downhill with alpine passages)

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There's something mystical about Mount Faudo: a trail of ancient stories, far back in time. Today, it's best known for the marathon trail that climbs from Imperia to its summit …

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1. Monte Follia Summit Trail from Pietrabruna

19.7km

07:14

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2. Monte Faudo summit – Monte Follia summit cross loop from Bellissimi

13.3km

04:40

700m

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3. Monte Follia summit cross – Historic centre of Pietrabruna loop from Pietrabruna

8.58km

03:34

650m

640m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Location: Pietrabruna, Imperia, Liguria, Italy

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