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Alta Via 9

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Northern

Distance

134

km

Elev. Gain

7,417

m

Duration

11

days

Grade

T4

Route

Point-to-Point

⚡ Quick Facts
📏
134 km
Distance
📅
11 days
Duration
⛰️
3,152 m
Peak Height
📶
T4
Grade
🧭
Point-to-Point
Route Type
↗️
7,417 m
Elev. Gain
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🟢 Trail Status
Status Open
Hemisphere Northern
Timezone Europe/Rome
🗂️ Logistics
Visa Schengen Zone
Dogs Yes
Transport Easy
Parking Yes
Wild Camping No

📊 Technical Details

Distance: 134 km
Route Type: Point-to-Point
Grade: T4
Navigation: Moderate
Suck Factor: Mind your step
Direction: WEBO
Total Ascent: 7,417 m
Max Elevation: 3,152 m
Min Elevation: 262 m
Highest Point: Piz Boè
Lowest Point: Bolzano
Start Trailhead: Bolzano
End Trailhead: Sesto (Sexten)

📅 Best Season

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Peak
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💭 Logistics & Budget

Ease of Access1/5
🎒 Dirtbag
€50
per day
🧍 Average Joe
€90
per day
🎿 Flashpacker
€150
per day
Budget note:

Transversal route (West to East). Crosses major tourist hubs.

Wild Camping No
Dog Friendly Yes
Baggage Transfer Yes
Permit Required No
Transport Access Easy
Trailhead Parking Yes
Visa Schengen Zone
Accommodation
Hotels Mountain Huts (Rifugi)
Accommodation

Passes through towns allowing hotel stays.

🎶 Vibe

Remoteness: Rural
Popularity: Busy
Social Scene: Strong
Local Interaction: Integrated
Tourist Overrun: High (tour buses)
Plushness: Comfort (Guesthouses, cooked breakfast, real beds)
Trash Level: Clean
Avg Local Income: €38,000.00
Cannabis: Illegal
Alcohol: Ubiquitous

🛟 Safety & Inclusion

Safety Score4/5
Terrorism Risk Low
Political Risk Negligible
Solo Female Safety Optimal
LGBTQ+ Friendliness Welcoming
Racism Risk Rare
Muslim Friendliness Neutral
Jewish Friendliness Neutral
Phone Signal Reliable
Charging Interval Daily