Gran Zebru from Val Cedec by Kieran Cunningham

Val Cedec

If waking to views of one of the world’s shapeliest mountains sounds appealing, Val Cedec in Stelvio National Park might just be the place for you! Wherever you camp in this amazingly gorgeous valley, you will have close-up views not only of Monte Cevedale’s stunning hanging glaciers but also of the delightful, pyramid-shaped Gran Zebru. Within Italy, perhaps only the Matterhorn (or ‘Cervino’, as it’s called on the Italian side) can rival Gran Zebru in terms of aesthetic appeal.

Expert Tip: Be sure to camp near the river, where there are plenty of little hollows to keep you secluded from any tardy hikers on the main trail to the north.