サウゼ・ディ・チェザーナの絶景の山頂・トップ20

A beautiful place, disconnected from the world (we just miss the road and the cars, which thankfully leave at the end of the day). Delicious meal despite basic dormitories and the lack of privacy in the bathrooms. Warm welcome, a great stopover!

At just over 3,000 meters above sea level, Monte Albergian is by no means the highest in the so-called "Cottian Alps," but it still offers an impressive panorama. Like many other mountains, it is crowned with a summit cross. The longitudinal and transverse beams are formed by a metal frame, which has been reinforced with X-shaped struts in the interstices for stability. A circle or ring is also attached around the intersection of the two beams. It's not a huge cross (at what I estimate to be 3 to 3.5 meters high), but it sits majestically on the mountain summit and is clearly visible.

The panoramic view is worth the climb, which is very long and challenging, with a very steep final stretch.

Beautiful modern bivouac with 6 beds. The climb at the end is very steep and tiring, but it is worth climbing up here. It is located just below the Dormillouse peak. During my visit in August 2024 I did not see any mattresses, so it is advisable to bring a sleeping bag, and there is no water, not even a small stream nearby, so rooms already stocked with drinks if you want to stay a long time.

Tallest military fort in Europe. The climb is long and tiring and very crowded in the months of July-August but once at the top every effort is rewarded

At just over 3,000 meters above sea level, Monte ALBERGIAN is by no means the largest in the so-called "Cottian Alps", but still offers an impressive panorama. Like many other mountains, it is crowned with a summit cross. The longitudinal and cross beams are formed by a metal frame, which has been reinforced by x-shaped struts in the interior spaces for stability. An additional circle or ring is attached around the intersection of both bars. It's not a huge cross (at 3 to 3.5 meters high, I estimate), but it sits majestically on the mountain peak and is clearly visible.

The Albergian, located between Val Chisone and Valle di Massello, offers a spectacular panorama and a challenging but rewarding ride. The peak, visible from across the valley, is worth the climb. It is essential to plan carefully with the weather in mind, which can change rapidly, compromising visibility.

Col Basset is located along the ridge that separates the Susa and Chisone valleys. The peak is located approximately 2,400 meters above sea level and can only be reached via a dirt road that can be traveled with gravel bikes or mountain bikes. The landscape is typical of the Alpine environment: alpine meadows that fade towards the highest peaks into rocks and scree.