Monte Cornaccio, Mountain summit in Northern Apennines, Italy.
Monte Cornaccio rises to 1881 meters and marks the boundary between Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany regions. One side features gentle slopes while the other side drops away with steep cliffs.
The adjacent Passo della Calanca once marked where three Italian states met: the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, Duchy of Modena, and Papal States. This border location shaped the history of the entire surrounding area.
The mountain serves as a key point along the Grande Escursione Appenninica trail, connecting hikers with other peaks and alpine lakes throughout the range. This makes it a landmark stop for those walking extended routes across the region.
Visitors can reach the summit from two main starting points: Spignana in Tuscany or Madonna dell'Acero in Emilia Romagna, with both paths clearly signed. Access is possible year-round, though the climb requires moderate fitness.
The summit receives snow cover for about five months each year, creating a notably different appearance above the tree line at 1600 meters. These seasonal shifts dramatically reshape how the landscape looks and feels depending on when you visit.
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