Home › Trails › Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Blue D2

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Blue D2

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 7 Via Alpina Blue D2
Distance 10.0 mi16 km 8.3 mi13 km
Elevation gain 4,170 ft1,271 m 3,320 ft1,012 m
Typical duration 1 day 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from July to August Best from August to August
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Blue D2: which should you hike?

At 10.0 mi16 km, Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 is the longer route — roughly 1.6 mi3 km more than Via Alpina Blue D2 (8.3 mi13 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Blue D2 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.