The classic ascent of the highest peak in the Monti Sibillini, climbing from the Forca di Presta pass over Monte Vettoretto to a windswept summit with views to the Adriatic and down to glacial Lago di Pilato.
| Distance | About 10.2 km round trip |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4.5-5 hours |
| Difficulty | challenging |
| Trailhead | Car only via the mountain road through Castelluccio to Forca di Presta; no public transport |
| Best season | Late June to November, until the first snow |
| Address | Forca di Presta pass parking, SP477, near Castelluccio di Norcia, 06046 Norcia PG, Italy |
Trail facts
- Trail area
- Forca di Presta, near Castelluccio di Norcia, Perugia province
What to bring
- Mountain hiking boots
- Wind and rain layers
- 2 litres of water
- Map or GPS track
- Sun protection
Weather through the year in Umbria
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Umbria.
Location
Forca di Presta pass parking, SP477, near Castelluccio di Norcia, 06046 Norcia PG, Italy
42.7900, 13.2607 View on map