Monte Alpi, Mountain summit in Latronico, province of Potenza, Italy

Monte Alpi is a 1900-meter peak in the Pollino range with two distinct summits called Pizzo Falcone and Santa Croce. The mountain features steep rocky slopes with varied geological formations visible on its exposed faces.

The name Monte Alpi does not come from the Alps: it likely derives from the local word "arpo", a sickle used to cut grass and wheat, linked to the mountain's shape when its three main peaks are joined on a map. The toponym "Alpe" also occurs in the Apennines in the sense of common land where wood was freely gathered. The mountain appears as three peaks with three stars on the coat of arms of Latronico.

The name Monte Alpi does not come from the Alps: it likely derives from the local word "arpo", a sickle once used to cut grass and wheat by hand, linked to the mountain's shape when its three main peaks are joined on a map. The massif appears on the coat of arms of Latronico as three peaks topped by three stars.

Hiking routes to the summit begin from nearby villages and require sturdy footwear and proper mountain equipment for the full journey. The climb is steep with exposed sections, so physical fitness and preparation are important.

At about 970 metres above sea level, above the Iannazzo district and below the stone quarry, a fossil marlin of the genus Makaira was found: 235 cm long, 95 cm high, with a 30 cm rostrum, dating back some 30 million years.