HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 5 vs Sentiero degli Dei

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 5 vs Sentiero degli Dei

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Units
Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 5 Sentiero degli Dei
Distance 7.5 mi12 km 3.3 mi5 km
Elevation gain 3,241 ft988 m 1,627 ft496 m
Typical duration 1 day 1 day
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional Local
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from July to August Best from May to July
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 5 vs Sentiero degli Dei: which should you hike?

At 7.5 mi12 km, Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 5 is the longer route — roughly 4.2 mi7 km more than Sentiero degli Dei (3.3 mi5 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Sentiero degli Dei is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.