Cima Pedum

Cima Pedum is a mountain summit in the Tessiner Alps reaching about 1,960 meters with exposed rock faces and steep mountain slopes throughout. The ridge displays open stone formations continuously and offers changing views across the surrounding valleys from nearly every angle.

The mountain sits within Val Grande National Park, established in 1992 as the largest wilderness area in Italy and the Alpine region. This region long experienced local mining and herding traditions before becoming a protected zone.

The summit marks a natural border between different valleys and shapes how mountain communities relate to the surrounding landscape. Local climbers pass down knowledge of this route through generations as part of Alpine tradition.

Access is via a T4-rated alpine route demanding technical climbing skills and proper mountain equipment. Be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions that shift quickly and can turn severe.

Three distinct geographical zones converge at the summit, creating different meteorological conditions throughout the year. This convergence makes the location a point where weather patterns become visible and felt.

Location: Cossogno

Elevation above the sea: 1,959 m

GPS coordinates: 46.04455,8.44819

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09