Testa di Malacosta

Testa di Malacosta rises to 3,212 meters above sea level, marking the border between Piedmont and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur regions with its distinct limestone formations.

The mountain served as a natural boundary marker between Italian and French territories throughout centuries, facilitating trade routes between the two nations since medieval times.

Local mountain guides maintain traditional Alpine practices by organizing regular expeditions and teaching navigation techniques specific to the Cottian Alps environment.

The summit can be reached through multiple trails starting from Sant'Anna di Bellino, with Rifugio Melezè offering essential accommodation services for mountaineers.

The mountain maintains a network of high-altitude paths where climbers frequently observe wild goats navigating the steep rocky terrains at elevations above 2,800 meters.

Location: Piedmont

Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Elevation above the sea: 3,212 m

GPS coordinates: 44.60042,6.93719

Latest update: June 23, 2025 15:03