PRAGELATO The Via dei Romani

From Souchères Basses take route no. RP3a/303, at the first fork continue straight downhill towards the village of La Ruà. Follow the Chisone Stream staying on the right bank until the ford after the cemetery in the hamlet of Traverses (no. 303/GRV/SV). Continue on the left bank paying attention to the golf area until Pattemouche, where you take Via Banchetta on the right among the houses of the hamlet, uphill then along the Sentiero del Plaisentif (S.P. 379) to Borgata Sestriere.

We recommend wearing hiking boots, carrying water and trekking poles.

During the spring period we recommend paying close attention because along the route you may find many muddy areas.

We advise to:

- Consult mountain guides and/or nature escorts;

- Check weather forecasts and free apps;

- Do not hike alone or tell a trustworthy person the itinerary you intend to follow.

- Remember that the indicated travel times for the various itineraries are average and indicative and may vary considerably depending on weather conditions and your abilities, the variability of environmental conditions may lead to a significant reduction of safety levels.

By traveling on the S.P. 23 of Sestriere you arrive at Souchères Basses (in the municipality of Pragelato), reach the old village crossing the Chisone Stream and park the car.

ARRIVA Bus Line no. 275/282.

Stop at Souchères Basses Marcellin grocery store and you reach the old village crossing the Chisone Stream.

When reaching the old village of Souchère Basses you can park right after the bridge.

Since the route runs along the Chisone Stream you will find many spots for striking water/mountain themed photos.

The Via dei Romani coincides with the Italian equestrian route Route D'Artagnan. The journey crosses six countries: Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, and Italy; following the legend of Alexandre Dumas' Three Musketeers. The Italian route has an estimated duration of 3-4 days and passes through Claviere, Sauze di Cesana, Sestriere, Pragelato, Usseaux, Fenestrelle, Roure, Perosa Argentina, Villar Perosa and Pinerolo.

Good practices are:

- Do not throw waste into the environment, but carry it with you;

- Respect private properties and restricted areas;

- Open and close the electrified wires of shepherds' enclosures with the proper handles;

- Always keep your dog on a leash;

- Always carry a garbage bag with you;

- Keep distances and do not approach shepherd dogs protecting the flocks.

From mid-valley to Sestriere, the Via dei Romani allows you to cross many alpine hamlets and can also be traveled by MTB, horse, and with snowshoes.