Cima Carnera, Mountain summit in Piedmont, Italy

Cima Carnera is a mountain summit in the Pennine Alps featuring steep rocky slopes and a mix of alpine vegetation across different elevations. The terrain shifts from lower grassland to exposed stone and sparse vegetation as you gain height.

The peak was documented during early surveying of the Pennine Alps in the 1800s as regional mapping expanded. Records show it became known to mountaineers as access routes through the region developed.

The mountain's Walser name, der Gratĭtscher, comes from the German-speaking community of Alagna Valsesia, settled from the 13th century. The normal route follows the long western crest from Alpe Sattal, the line climbers use to reach the 2,741 m summit above the Sesia valley.

The climb requires sure footing and is best tackled during stable weather, making it worthwhile to check forecasts before heading out. The area has a few lodging options scattered across nearby valleys and passes where you can base yourself.

The summit's highest point lies west of the watershed dividing the Alagna valley from the Sermenza valley, where several secondary tops such as La Mezzana stand. The long western ridge, counted from Alpe Sattal, carries the normal route. Walser speakers call the mountain der Gratĭtscher.