A two-day outing that makes a wide loop through Sant’Anna di Vinadio, a popular spot with the locals and home to one of the highest-elevation sanctuaries in Europe. This itinerary is a much more interesting alternative to the traditional route taken by pilgrims, who typically follow the paved road on foot. On day one, you will head up the secluded Insciauda valley along the route of the Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA) to the panoramic Bravaria pass, returning on day two by way of the beautiful Roccias Lion suspended valley and then through the extensive Tesina valley. The most physically fit can complete the loop in one day, but we recommend splitting it into two stages, staying at the spartan Rifugio San Gioachino shelter located just above the sanctuary.