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Madonna del Pino

Piemonte  >  Italy

Observation point near Madonna del Pino sanctuary at 1080 m in the center of the Stura Valley. Good spot for watching migration of birds of prey.

Added* by Fabio Consolino
Most recent update 7 desember 2022

Description

The sanctuary at 1080 metres is dating back to the 1400s and is located in the center of the Stura Valley. Close to the sanctuary is an observation point surrounded by greenery with a beautiful view of the Valle Stura mountains. Among the birds of prey that can be spotted on migration are Býþjór, Snákerna, Músvákur, Sparrhaukur, Svölugleða, Vatnagleða and Brúnheiðir. Also a chance on Gæsagammur and Gullörn.

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Italiano: Santuario nel comune di Demonte a 1080 mt. Risalente al 1400 al centro della Valle Stura, le montagne gli fanno da corona. Circondato dal verde con una bellissima vista sulle montagne della Valle Stura.

Details

Access

The observation point is reachable by car or on foot along a path (see the map) that starts next to the Demonte hospital and can be covered in about 45 minutes. The sanctuary is located 400 metres further on and is equipped with tables and water.

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Italiano: Raggiungibile in auto o a piedi per un sentiero che parte a fianco dell'ospedale di Demonte percorribile in circa 45 minuti. Area attrezzata con tavoli e acqua.

Terrain and Habitat

Valley , Mountain

Conditions

Hilly

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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