Monte Ambin, Mountain summit in Cottian Alps, France and Italy
Monte Ambin is a mountain summit in the Cottian Alps rising to 3,264 meters on the border between the Metropolitan City of Turin and Savoie. The peak features steep rock walls and high alpine terrain that surrounds it on all sides.
The mountain became a natural border point between France and Italy when territorial boundaries were established across the Alps. For centuries it has served as a reference marker for the division between these two regions.
Local climbing clubs use this peak as a regular training ground where mountaineers from both sides of the border gather and share their knowledge. This activity has made the location an important meeting point for the Alpine community.
Climbing requires advanced alpine skills and experience, especially on the steep north-facing routes. Conditions are typically best in warmer months when snow and ice are less prevalent on the slopes.
A small metal cross at the summit was installed by the Asti CAI climbing school in 2008. This simple marker draws climbers who reach the top and want to overlook the border region from this vantage point.
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