Monte Politri, Mountain summit in Piedmont, Italy

Monte Politri is a mountain summit in the Cottian Alps that rises to 3,026 meters between Val Chisone and Valle Germanasca. The peak features distinct northern and southern faces, creating a recognizable profile when viewed from surrounding valleys.

The mountain has functioned as a natural boundary between the municipalities of Fenestrelle and Massello in the Turin Metropolitan area since early times. This geographic division has shaped the regional character of the surrounding alpine communities.

The mountain's other name, Bric Rosso, is used locally alongside Monte Politri. Its slopes are also known for a 1987 reintroduction of ibex, which winter on the southern side; this helped bring the upper Massello valley into a large protected site that also takes in the Val Troncea nature park.

Hikers can access the summit via marked trails from Colle dell'Albergian at 2,713 meters, which is reachable from either Balsiglia or Laux villages. Both approach routes are well-marked and allow for different route options depending on your starting point.

A saddle at 2,863 meters connects this peak to the neighboring Fea Nera, while another saddle at 2,880 meters links to Truc Cialabrie mountain. These natural connectors form a ridge system that creates multiple alpine passes across the region.