Pizzo la Scheggia

Pizzo la Scheggia rises to 2,466 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes and rocky terrain within the Lepontine Alps mountain range.

The mountain became a reference point for local communities, marking territorial boundaries between different valleys in the Piedmont region through centuries.

The surrounding villages maintain traditional Alpine customs, including seasonal festivals and agricultural practices adapted to mountain environments.

Hikers can access the mountain through marked trails starting from Arvogno hamlet, with summer months offering the most favorable climbing conditions.

The mountain's name derives from its distinctive crack formation that separates it from the adjacent Cima Campelli peak.

Location: Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola

Elevation above the sea: 2,466 m

GPS coordinates: 46.18423,8.41508

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:53