Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada
~2 days · 15.7 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada is known for
Stages 4–5 of Alta Via 2 is an official 30 km point-to-point section from Rifugio Puez trail junction (OSM node 292743919) to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada trail junction (OSM node 153343792).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 22,648 ft to 31,430 ft over 15.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.3 mi · 46%
- Downhill 8.0 mi · 51%
- Flat 0.3 mi · 2%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada scores 41/100, 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 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada take?
Most backpackers hike the Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 15.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How high does the Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada go?
The Alta Via 2 — Stages 4–5: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada tops out near 9,678 ft over its 15.7 miles.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.