I have been mountaineering in the Livigno area since 2014. Most people know this region for winter sports but my time there has been spent in summer. Hence the book.
Climbing Piz Cotschen, Livigno Alps
There is quite a confusion regarding the name of this mountain. It is on maps sometimes called Piz Cotschen, Monte Cotschen, and Munt Cotschen. In addition, there are at least three peaks in the Alps with the same name.
Climbing Pizzo Cassana (Piz Chaschauna)
If you plan climbing Pizzo Cassana (Piz Chaschauna), you can do this from Swiss side or from Livigno which is in Italy. I climbed it from the Italian side and this report is about my tour.
From Forcola Pass to Pizzo Orsera
If you are at Forcola Pass, you might want to climb Pizzo Orsera, the route starts directly at the pass, and you will need two hours and a half to get to the summit.
Free Hiking Shelters in the Livigno Area
If you happen to be hiking in the Livigno area in the Italian Alps, and without any accommodation, no worry, there are several free shelters where you can have a rest and sleep.