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FORESTO - The Junipers Trail

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  • The Juniper Path at Foresto - view over the Lower Susa Valley
    The Juniper Path at Foresto - view over the Lower Susa Valley
    Photo: Marta Favro, Val Susa Turismo, CC BY, Val Susa Outdoor

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    The trail winds on the Foresto mountain, within a xerothermic area, known for the presence of the common juniper with its characteristic slender and compact shape. 
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    Distance 4.4 km
    1:55 h
    337 m
    337 m
    725 m
    473 m
    From the Foresto church, follow towards the Orrido. At the end of the little road, take the path carved into the limestone bastion. 

    Along the path (trail marker no. 536), you can observe an old kiln, terraces of ancient fields, and a presence of common junipers. From these balconies, you can enjoy a view of the meadows below, which, from May until the end of June, display wild orchid blooms.

    Following the “Junipers Trail” signs, leave the path to Ambruna and descend to the left (trail marker no. 536B) along a steep slope until reaching a hill dominated by a solitary juniper.

    The route continues among limestone cliffs, grassy slopes, and rocky outcrops, until reaching the boundary of the Reserve, then joins a wide mule track leading to the hamlet “la Cota”.

    Continuing along the paved road leads back to the square of the Foresto school.

    An ideal itinerary to take during the cold seasons.

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    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

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    Directions

    From the A32 Turin-Bardonecchia highway, exit at the Chianocco junction, take the SS 25 and continue until just past Bussoleno, then turn right onto Via Rocciamelone to reach Foresto.

    Parking

    It is possible to park in the small square in front of the church or, alternatively, in front of the elementary school.

    Coordinates

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    45.141056, 7.116253
    DMS
    45°08'27.8"N 7°06'58.5"E
    UTM
    32T 351896 5000346
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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    4.4 km
    Duration
    1:55 h
    Ascent
    337 m
    Descent
    337 m
    Highest point
    725 m
    Lowest point
    473 m
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