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RORÀ Bandì Ring

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    Historical-naturalistic route of two hours that winds through the Bandì area, inside the magnificent woods of the Municipality of Rorà.

    easy
    Distance 3.5 km
    1:28 h
    174 m
    174 m
    1,057 m
    903 m

    The Bandì Ring, managed by the Municipality of Rorà and the Waldensian historical sites committee, is a route that runs through the Bandì area, above the localities Gianavella (home of Giosuè Gianavello) and Tribulèt, where Gianavello and his group had hiding places.

    In 1655 Gianavello organized the Waldensian resistance against the troops of the Duke of Savoy. For his courage he was nicknamed the "Lion of Rorà". Together with his companions, who were outlawed and therefore “banditi”, they had retreated to these heights from where they made incursions into the valley.

    After years of guerrilla resistance, Gianavello was forced to exile in Geneva, where he wrote "The Instructions", a manual with detailed indications for the defense of the Valleys from the Savoyard army, essential in 1689 during the Return of the Waldensian exiles.

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    Recommended clockwise direction

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    903 m
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    Tips and suggestions

    • Before undertaking any hike it is advisable to check weather forecasts or ask for information at local Tourist Offices.
    • It is good practice not to undertake a hike alone, always inform someone of your destination.
    • Do not litter but carry your waste with you, possibly collecting any left by others.
    • The indicated travel times are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions and your abilities.
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    Waldensian Museum of Rora'
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    Directions

    Getting to Rorà is easy, following the A55 towards Pinerolo, for those coming from Turin. Near Pinerolo follow the signs for Val Pellice and then for Rorà.

    Parking

    There are numerous free parking spaces near the town center

    Coordinates

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    44.792257, 7.200253
    DMS
    44°47'32.1"N 7°12'00.9"E
    UTM
    32T 357640 4961448
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    Author’s map recommendations

    Fraternali Map no. 7 - scale 1:25 000 - Val Pellice

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    Equipment

    Appropriate clothing and equipment are recommended.

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from Italian.

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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    3.5 km
    Duration
    1:28 h
    Ascent
    174 m
    Descent
    174 m
    Highest point
    1,057 m
    Lowest point
    903 m
    Round trip Family-friendly Cultural/historical interest Flora

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