Rocca Pendice

Rocca Pendice is a mountain summit in the Euganean Hills reaching 304 meters elevation and displays natural rock formations and steep cliff faces. The site features multiple sport climbing areas with routes of varying difficulty across its different sectors.

The mountain formed through geological processes that shaped the Padua province landscape over thousands of years, establishing it as a natural monument within the Euganean Hills. Its rock faces became a climbing destination as sport climbing grew in popularity over recent decades.

Rock climbers from the area have developed and maintained routes over many years across different sections of the mountain. These paths reflect the local passion for sport climbing in this special location.

The summit is accessible through several parking areas with connecting hiking trails to various sections. Access restrictions apply to the east wall between March and mid-June for wildlife protection purposes.

The mountain has climbing routes that receive different sun exposure due to varying tree coverage across its faces. This creates changing conditions in a compact area that climbers can choose based on weather and time of day.

Elevation above the sea: 304 m

GPS coordinates: 45.33841,11.68288

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:25