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Gran Sasso: Corno Grande Summit via Via Normale

  • Distance10 km round trip
  • Duration5–7 hours
  • Elevation2,912 m summit; 700 m elevation gain from Campo Imperatore
  • Rating★ 4.8
  • TransportCable car from Fonte Cerreto (€12 return, ~$13) to Campo Imperatore; or drive via SP82 (summer only)
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Gran Sasso: Corno Grande Summit via Via Normale
Practical information for Gran Sasso: Corno Grande Summit via Via Normale
Distance 10 km round trip
Duration 5–7 hours
Trailhead Cable car from Fonte Cerreto (€12 return, ~$13) to Campo Imperatore; or drive via SP82 (summer only)
Best season June–September
Address Trailhead: Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi, Campo Imperatore, 67010 Assergi AQ

Trail facts

Trail area
Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park

What to bring

  • Hiking boots (mandatory)
  • Windproof layer
  • Sunscreen
  • 2L water minimum
  • Map (CAI sheet 1:25,000)
  • Helmet for upper section

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Location

Trailhead: Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi, Campo Imperatore, 67010 Assergi AQ

42.4516, 13.5640 View on map