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Monaco to Trieste International
1550Miles
110–160 daysTypical thru-hike
Seasoned hikerExperience
Jul, Aug, SepBest Season
LightCrowds
The Via Alpina Red Route runs from Monaco to Trieste across the full width of the Alps through 8 countries. The route is marked with red and white blazes and passes through hundreds of Alpine villages, using the hut network throughout. It is the grandest traverse in the Alps.
Trail Characteristics
- Distance: 1550 miles
- Route type: Linear
- Terrain: Alpine
- Navigation: Standard trail
- Resupply: Easy
Resources
- View route on CalTopo (download GPX)
- Via Alpina (official trail organization)
- Wikipedia: Via Alpina Red Route
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