CESANA T.SE To Fenils (No. 48)

The route starts in Cesana Torinese near the small roundabout already towards Monginevro and France, and the Giardino delle Rocce, in front of which there is a large car park. It is necessary to cross the bridge over the Piccola Dora at an altitude of about 1,340 metres near the Edelweiss hotel and walk slightly uphill on the tarmac road for about 100 metres and then turn right onto Via Ferragut, skirting some abandoned barracks on the left, at the end of which the road splits and it is necessary to go straight on for another 100 metres or so along Via Carlo Ferragut until, once the tarmac road has ended, turn left onto the dirt road. You cross the Rio Malnet (which frequently dries up during the summer period) by a hairpin bend, and proceed pleasantly flat through a wood with a prevalence of broad-leaved trees; at an altitude of about mt. At an altitude of about 1360 metres, the dirt track gives way to a path near a notice board with an adjoining bench (in reality, there are two paths forking in the pine forest, one of which is adorned with coloured flags, but these can be taken either way as they join up again shortly afterwards). Approx. 1360 m.; immediately a short steep uphill stretch then descends again to reach, at an altitude of approx. 1340 m., a knoll with a notice board and bench. Descending again, after a couple of hairpin bends, we reach an altitude of 1,280 m. and, having travelled about 2.800 km from the start, the banks of the Dora Riparia River, which we begin to skirt, proceeding mainly through pine trees and a thick vegetation of willows. After about km. 3.600 from the start, we come to a fork: ignoring the one on the left that leads to Fenils borgo alto, take the one on the right; skirting the Dora Riparia, you pass the final point near a small pylon with a bench, from which Vernin is already visible, which you reach after a very short final climb along a narrow street through the hamlet and reaching the small square with the church of San Giuliano near the beautiful little bridge over the Rio Fenils, where the itinerary ends.

If you want to reach Fenils to visit the hamlet or have a meal at the agritourism, just go up the tarmac road to the left for about 500 metres.

Wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the environment and season.

The route includes a section in close contact with the river, so it is necessary to assess the possible danger in the event of heavy rain or thawing periods.

By car from Turin, follow signs for Tangenziale Nord in the direction of Trafori - Frejus.

Take the A32 motorway towards Bardonecchia and exit at Oulx -Monginevro-Sestriere.

Continue on the main road towards Cesana Torinese

Train from Turin P.N. to Bardonecchia (Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere stop) + Arriva bus line 285 from Oulx to Sestriere (Cesana T.se-Municipio stop)

Possibly Bus 285 stop at Fenils if you want to take the route in the opposite direction

Parking possibilities around Piazza Vittorio Amedeo, or in the large car park in front of the Giardino delle Rocce

- Before embarking on any excursion, it is advisable to consult weather bulletins or ask the local tourist offices for information.

- It is good practice not to undertake a hike alone, always inform yourself of your destination.

- Do not throw rubbish into the environment but take it with you, collecting any rubbish left by others.

- The hiking times given are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions and your own abilities.

Fountains in the centre of Cesana and in front of the Fenils bakery

Tasting of typical dishes at the La Gerla farmhouse in the hamlet of Fenils. If you are interested in the stage, it is advisable to make contact with the refreshment stop before embarking on the hike