Climbing the Fiamma ('Flame') - the photogenic summit needle of the Spazzacaldeira in Bergell

Famous in the area its a real climber magnet but it's worthwhile to give it a try despite the crowds because of the exhilirating feeling of exposure you get while climbing it. Dropping away sharply on both sides into two different valleys, the view can be amazing on a good day. It can be reached by climbing any one of a number of routes that lead to the top of the Spazzacaldeira, the classic north east ridge being the most popular. July 2022