HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Red R29

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Red R29

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 Red R29
Distance 10.0 mi16 km 20 mi31 km
Elevation gain 4,170 ft1,271 m 1,220 ft372 m
Typical duration 1 day 2 days
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 October to October
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Alpina Red R29: which should you hike?

At 20 mi31 km, Via Alpina Red R29 is the longer route — roughly 9.6 mi15 km more than Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 (10.0 mi16 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 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.