ポーの絶景の山頂・トップ8

from Crissolo to Pian del Re passing first from Pia della Regina about 10km of easy climb and for everyone, asphalted road surface (there is no shortage of paths) and a difference in altitude of almost 900m; to be done absolutely at least once a year 😀

The Peppa Pig trail begins here.

The "Croce di Sanfront," towering high into the sky, was built of iron framework, a construction method that has been imitated many times since Gustave Eiffel's revolutionary contribution to the World Exhibition in Paris (construction period 1887–1889). The summit cross, clearly visible from afar, dominates the landscape with its striking silhouette.

The first structure of the Pian del Re refuge hotel was built by the Municipality of Crissolo in 1874 to accommodate mountaineers intent on climbing the Normal route of Monviso. In 1909 it became privately owned and management passed to the Perotti family, a historic dynasty of mountain guides of Monviso. Numerous paths start from here, both for day trips and for multi-day treks, such as the Giro del Monviso, or mountaineering itineraries, including the Normal route of Monviso. The refuge is open every day from the beginning of June to the end of September and offers 30 beds, in addition to a bar and restaurant service. For more information, visit the website: https://www.rifugiopiandelre.it.

Beautiful alpine setting with a view of Monviso. The road is a dirt road that requires a good bike and wide tires, avoid with classic touring bikes.

The climb is really long with a not very beautiful asphalt but once you reach the top you are breathless for the beauty of this place.

There is no cross where this highlight is located. The cross is definitely somewhere else waaaay higher. - The cross is not in this spot. There are just some rocks

Old shelter with periodic openings