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Lizzano In Belvedere

Sofia Peak – Rio Piano Valley loop from Corno alle Scale

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Emilia-Romagna

Bologna

Lizzano In Belvedere

Sofia Peak – Rio Piano Valley loop from Corno alle Scale

Hard

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Sofia Peak – Rio Piano Valley loop from Corno alle Scale

02:43

4.78km

470m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.57 km for 644 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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63 m

Laghetto del Cavone

Highlight • Lake

Starting point for various excursions. Ample free parking, possibility to grill and eat at the tables near the lake. Fountain with drinking water near the Refuge. In winter it is possible to see the lake completely frozen.

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1.54 km

Vallone Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Windy when it's windy (😅😅😅) but wonderful

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1.66 km

The Balzi dell'Ora Ridge

Highlight • Trail

In summer, Balzi dell'Ora is a challenging CAI trail due to its exposure and some technical sections. In winter, with snow and ice, it's a winter mountaineering route that, depending …

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2.23 km

Sofia Peak

Highlight • Summit

Suggestive peak from where you can admire a beautiful view over the whole Apennines. Beautiful in all seasons.

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2.62 km

Second Gully from the Left, North Face of Corno alle Scale

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In winter, the second gully (starting from the left) has the steepest exit, 60/70 degrees, depending on the snow.
I recommend tackling it with two ice axes. If you're climbing …

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3.42 km

Porticciola Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Porticciola Pass, accessible via trail 335, is a suggestive pass that connects the Valle del Silenzio to the slope of Corno alle Scale, offering breathtaking views along the way.

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3.88 km

Rio Piano Valley

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful path (also suitable for families with children) which offers a spectacular view of the Corno. In early summer 2021, the trail was partially damaged by a landslide, although it remained passable.

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4.78 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.51 km

120 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.51 km

120 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

27°C

17°C

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Sofia Peak – Rio Piano Valley loop from Corno alle Scale

Laghetto del Cavone

Vallone Pass

The Balzi dell'Ora Ridge

Sofia Peak

Second Gully from the Left, North Face of Corno alle Scale

Porticciola Pass

Rio Piano Valley

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