La Manda - Palasinaz
Warnings
- Sparse waymarking: carry map or GPS.
- Significant elevation gain (1186m), no intermediate huts.
Map & route
GPX track — verify on the ground before hiking
Fitness level
From the alp of La Manda at 1493 m, on the southern slopes of Val d'Ayas, the trail climbs steeply to the Col Palasina at 2676 m. Nearly 1200 metres of ascent in under seven kilometres, with sparse waymarking — just four signs along the entire route — demands solid route-finding skills, especially on the upper scree. The views toward Monte Rosa reward the effort. No mountain huts en route; carry sufficient water.
Getting there
Parking
Photo gallery
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Flora along the trail
Wildlife to spot
ACurated and verified by Andrea Rama
Data source: Catasto Sentieri Regione Autonoma VdA · Open data — DGR 899/2014
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Val d'Ayas
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