Monte Fior, Mountain summit in Veneto, Italy.
Monte Fior is a 1,824 meter (5,984 foot) summit in the Vicentine Alps with limestone rock formations and grassy slopes on the southeastern section of the Sette Comuni plateau. Its structure combines rocky outcrops with open meadows that are common to this alpine region.
During World War I, the mountain became a battle site in June 1916 when Italian Alpini forces confronted Austro-Hungarian troops. This engagement caused heavy casualties and shaped military operations in the region for the remainder of the conflict.
The mountain carries visible marks of its wartime past through trenches and fortifications that dot the landscape. These remnants shape how visitors experience the slopes and connect the natural environment to human history.
The mountain is accessible via trail number 861 starting from the Malga Slapeur parking area, with a round trip to the summit taking about three hours. Proper hiking footwear and sufficient water are important supplies to bring, especially for exploring the wider alpine environment.
The slopes host rare alpine flowers, including the dark vanilla orchid Nigritella rhellicani, which grows among the limestone rocks. These plant species make the mountain an interesting destination for those interested in mountain botany.
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