Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato
~3 days · 17.1 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato is known for
Stages 6–8 of Alta Via 1 is an official 29 km point-to-point section from Rifugio Città di Fiume trail junction (OSM node 452527819) to Rifugio Carestiato trail junction (OSM node 1869610128).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 15,318 ft to 23,550 ft over 17.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.0 mi · 35%
- Downhill 9.9 mi · 58%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 6%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato scores 39/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato take?
Most backpackers hike the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 17.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How high does the Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato go?
The Alta Via 1 — Stages 6–8: Rifugio Città di Fiume to Rifugio Carestiato tops out near 7,231 ft over its 17.1 miles.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.