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Monte Vettore from Forca di Presta

  • Difficultychallenging
  • DistanceAbout 10.2 km round trip
  • Duration4.5-5 hours
  • ElevationSummit 2476m; around 900m gain
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • TransportCar only via the mountain road through Castelluccio to Forca di Presta; no public transport

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.

Practical information for Monte Vettore from Forca di Presta · Last updated June 2026
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

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Location

Forca di Presta pass parking, SP477, near Castelluccio di Norcia, 06046 Norcia PG, Italy

42.7900, 13.2607 View on map