Punta Tre Chiosis, Mountain summit in Piedmont, Italy
Punta Tre Chiosis is a 3,080-metre summit in the Cottian Alps, entirely within the municipality of Pontechianale in the upper Varaita valley. Its broad, rounded detrital top, marked by a metal cross placed by the CAI Savigliano section in 2014, rises on the ridge between the Vallanta and Chianale valleys. The name refers to the three valleys below it: Tre Chiosis, Turri and Savaresch.
Hiking routes to the summit developed during the 20th century, contributing to mountaineering activity in the Monviso group. This made the mountain part of the modern Alpine climbing culture in the region.
The name Tre Chiosis comes from the local Occitan les Tres Chiuzis, referring to the three valleys the mountain closes to the east: Chiosis, Turri and Savaresch. The summit cross was placed in 2014 by the Savigliano section of the CAI, the Italian Alpine Club.
The climb starts from Genzana hamlet, where a chairlift from Pontechianale can reduce elevation gain during the climbing season. This helps especially with the initial ascent and makes the route more manageable for different ability levels.
Despite its notable height, this summit receives fewer visitors than other peaks in the Monviso group. Its vantage point makes it a valued destination for peak collectors exploring the broader Alpine region.
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