Forte Corno d'Aola

The fortification stands at 1964 meters altitude on Dosso Prepazzone, featuring concrete walls painted green and organized across three distinct terraces.

Built between 1904 and 1914, the fort served as part of the Tonale-Mortirolo defense system, engaging in artillery exchanges with Austrian positions during World War I.

The fort represents a significant example of early 20th-century military architecture in the Italian Alps, demonstrating period construction techniques and strategic planning.

The fort remains can be observed while descending from the Valbione chairlift, providing a perspective of the defensive position overlooking Tonale Pass.

The structure contained six rotating armored cupolas housing 149 A AP cannons, which successfully targeted multiple enemy installations during the summer of 1915.

Location: Ponte di Legno

Inception: 1900

Height: 1,964 m

GPS coordinates: 46.25157,10.56136

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:07