Parco del Monviso

Parco del Monviso is a protected area that rises from valley settlements through forests to a major mountain peak, encompassing diverse landscapes from lower grasslands to rocky heights. The terrain shifts noticeably as elevation increases, offering walkers different environments to explore.

The area was designated as a protected zone to safeguard the landscape after it had been used for work and livelihoods for generations. Over time its boundaries expanded to include additional important sections.

The protected area remains connected to local communities through the way villages sit at its edges and mountain trails link them to higher elevations where people have worked the land for generations. This relationship between settlements and natural spaces shapes how the park is experienced and valued.

You can enter the area from several starting points at different elevations, each offering different terrain difficulty. Walking paths are clearly marked for various fitness levels, ranging from easy strolls to demanding mountain routes.

The area contains one of the significant mountain pine forests in the Alps, a forest type that visitors often pass without noticing. This particular woodland stands out from other alpine forests and has characteristics worth seeking out.