Monte Cingla, Mountain summit in Brescia and Garda Prealps, Italy
Monte Cingla is a mountain summit in the Brescia Alps and Garda Prealps that rises to 1,669 meters above sea level with two peaks of equal height. These peaks are separated by several dozen meters of dolomite rocky terrain, creating a technically challenging structure.
In 1853, botanist Pietro Porta discovered the Daphne petraea Leybold species on the mountain, marking a significant botanical finding for the Brescia Prealps region. This discovery brought scientific attention to the area and documented the local plant life.
The name comes from the Latin word cingulum, meaning belt or girdle, referring to the distinctive strip of land that borders the cliffs. Visitors walking along the ridge can see how this formation shapes the mountain's character.
The route to the summit requires about three hours of hiking from the Moerna parking area and is rated T3 for experienced hikers seeking technical challenges. Proper footwear and experience with rocky terrain are essential for this ascent.
A three-meter-high cross has stood on the southwestern peak since 1989, placed there by climbers from the Società degli Alpinisti Tridentini of Bondone. The cross serves as a visible landmark that can be spotted from a distance.
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