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Corno di Sassella
Mountain Corno di Sassella

Corno di Sassella

Mountain 46.1714° N, 9.8734° E
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What makes this place unique

About

Rising on the western edge of Sondrio, Corno di Sassella is a prominent rocky formation famed for terraced vineyards.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Terrain

The rock mass of Corno di Sassella shapes the steep topography on the border of Sondrio. Its sunny southern slopes host the ancient stone terraces used for viticulture in northern Italia. To see how this mountain dominates the western skyline of the city, explore the Harita.

Practical notes before you go

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Type
Mountain
Coordinates
46.1714° N, 9.8734° E
Tip
Check weather and trail conditions before visiting high terrain.

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Plain

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Valtellina Plain (Sondrio Section) Plain

Valtellina Plain (Sondrio Section)

The plain on which Sondrio is built forms a flat valley floor created by the Adda River deposits.

River

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Adda River River

Adda River

Flowing through the heart of Sondrio , the Adda River is the primary waterway shaping the valley's landscape.

Lakes

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Triangia Lake Lakes

Triangia Lake

A small, serene Alpine lake surrounded by woods located in the Triangia district of Sondrio .

Plateau

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Triangia Plateau Plateau

Triangia Plateau

Situated on an elevated slope within Sondrio , the Triangia Plateau is known for scenic mountain pastures.

Forest

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Grumello Slope Forests Forest

Grumello Slope Forests

Surrounding the Grumello area in northeastern Sondrio , these forests consist mainly of chestnut and oak trees.

Canyons

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Cassandre Canyon Canyons

Cassandre Canyon

A deep and rugged rock gorge carved by the Mallero Stream over millennia within the territory of Sondrio .

Stream

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Mallero Stream Stream

Mallero Stream

Dividing the center of Sondrio , the Mallero Stream gives the city its distinctive Alpine charm.

Picnic area

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Adda Park Picnic Area Picnic area

Adda Park Picnic Area

Located on the southern border of Sondrio , Adda Park offers relaxation and picnic opportunities by the river surrounded by nature.

Location on the map

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46.1714° N, 9.8734° E