Corno Gries
Mountain Alpine peak on the Italy–Switzerland border
A summit in the Lepontine Alps on the Piedmont border, Corno Gries provides alpine routes for experienced hikers and panoramic high-mountain walking.
Corno Gries is a mountain peak in the western Alps located in Piedmont, Italy, near the Gries Pass on the border with Switzerland. It is part of the high alpine terrain in the Lepontine/Lepontine-adjacent ranges and sits among glaciated passes and valleys.
Hikers and mountaineers visit for alpine routes and high-mountain scenery; the area around the Gries Pass offers glacier-fed streams, rocky ridges, and alpine meadows. Routes in the vicinity connect to high passes that link valleys on the Italian and Swiss sides.
The peak and its surrounding passes have long served as local transit and grazing areas; traditional alpine routes across the Gries Pass were used for cross-border travel. Over time the area has seen increased recreational use by hikers and climbers rather than as a commercial transit corridor.
Geographically the summit lies in northwestern Italy close to the Swiss border, within mountainous terrain of Piedmont. The nearest named border crossing is the Gries Pass; larger towns are some distance away in the Aosta and Piedmont valleys.
How to Get to Corno Gries #
Access routes vary by approach from valleys in Piedmont or across the Swiss border; use regional mountain pass roads and local trailheads. Consult local alpine clubs for recommended routes.
Tips for Visiting Corno Gries #
- Alpine routes require up-to-date maps and mountain-weather checks; some approaches involve glacier or snowfields seasonally.
- Use established mountain huts as staging points for multi-day traverses.
- Inform local alpine clubs of plans if attempting technical routes.
Best Time to Visit Corno Gries #
Best in summer for safe mountaineering conditions; technical routes need proper equipment and experience.
Weather & Climate near Corno Gries #
Corno Gries's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 9°C. Moderate rainfall (984 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
