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Monte San Petru Hike

Monte San Petru Hike

Hike overview

The Monte San Petru hike takes you to the 1,400-meter summit of this mountain, which is the highest point in the Viggiano micro-region of the Incudine massif. Upon reaching the summit, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Valinco and Ajaccio gulfs, as well as the distant Bavella peaks.

The site also commemorates a tragic event: the 1981 crash of Inex-Adria flight 176, which claimed all 180 lives on board. A chapel and a memorial near the summit commemorate this air disaster.

Difficulties of the hike

The Monte San Petru hike follows a rocky trail with no technical difficulty, characterized by a steady and gradual climb. The partially marked route is dotted with numerous handmade directional signs installed in tribute to the victims of the plane crash. As the route offers little shade, be sure to bring adequate sun protection.

What you'll love

  • The 360° panorama from the summit, revealing spectacular views of the Valinco and Ajaccio gulfs, as well as the Monte Incudine massif
  • The orientation table near the summit allowing you to identify peaks and notable landmarks
  • The memorial site with its chapel and stele paying tribute to the victims of the 1981 crash
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Hike technical sheet

Activity: Hiking
Difficulty: EasyiDifficulty levels explained here:
➡️ Hiking parameters
Average duration: 3 hiFind out how we calculate the duration here:
➡️ Hiking parameters
Length: 7.9 km
Type of route: Out and back
Elevation gain: 430 m
Maximum altitude: 1400 m
Vertiginous: NoiVertiginous levels explained here:
➡️ Hiking parameters
Marked: Partially
Popularity: Low
Region: South-West
Start point: 41.77394, 9.02223
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Map and elevation profile of the hike

Monte San Petru Hike