Escursioni nelle Alpi | Hikes of the World

ALL THE BEST EXCURSIONS IN THE ALPS

Rifugio Firenze and Seceda, balcony overlooking the Odle

Perhaps the best excursion of all the Dolomites, enclosed between mountain pastures and vertical walls.

5:00 h

15km

880

Aletsch Glacier — Aletschgletscher

The most classic excursion to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps.

4.30 h

14km

460

Via Ferrata / Klettersteig of the Zugspitze

10 hours of walking, of which 4 on via ferrata, and over 2200 meters of altitude difference, to reach the highest peak in Germany.

7:30 h

11km

2180

Saoseo Lake and Viola Lake in Val di Campo

Two lake pearls in a valley dotted with mountain pastures. At its best between October and November.

4.30 h

13km

550

Glacier d'Orny and Cabanne du Trient

Excursion to the imposing Orny Glacier, in the Mont Blanc group

6:00 h

13km

970

Rifugio Bertone and Testa della Tronche, balcony on Mont Blanc

In Val Ferret, on a grassy ridge in front of the colossal views of the Mont Blanc.

6:30 h

16km

1010

At the Rochers de Naye, balcony overlooking Lake Geneva

The 2000 closest to Lake Geneva, half green plateau, half pinnacle of vertical rock.

4:00 h

10km

550

Cima Brenta tour from Molveno (2 days)

A two-day ring to discover the incredible rocky balcony of the Brenta Dolomites.

2.00 h

33km

2390

Rifugio Valasco, Rifugio Questa, and the military mule tracks of Valscura

In the Upper Gesso Valley, incredible military roads, crystal clear lakes of Valscura and Claus, and two historic refuges.

7:00 h

20km

1020

Monte Fortin and Rifugio Elisabetta Soldini in Val Veny

A sensational panoramic terrace overlooking Mont Blanc and the Himalayan Miage Glacier.

7:30 h

21km

1190

From the Alpe di Siusi to the Bolzano allo Sciliar refuge

Walking on the Alpe di Siusi and Sciliar plateaus, among the most famous in the Dolomites.

7:00 h

21km

1000

The Road of 52 Tunnels in Pasubio

A visit to Rifugio Achille Papa and the Sacred Area of Pasubio, passing through the spectacular Strada delle 52 Gallerie

7:00 h

17km

1130

Rifugio Cristina, balcony overlooking the Valmalenco larch forest

Short walk to Rifugio Cristina on Alpe Prabello, at the foot of Pizzo Scalino.

2:00 am

6.5km

230

Balcony from Silvaplana to the Maloja Pass

Easy balcony dominated by breathtaking views of the Sils and Silvaplana lakes, with the Bernina and the Bregaglia peaks in the background.

4:00 h

13km

470

The loop hike of the 10 lakes of Mount Avic (2 days)

10 lakes, 3 refuges, and a 3000m. A long 27km ring in the Monte Avic Natural Park, almost all in a severe alpine environment between 2000 and 3000 metres.

12:00 h

27km

1710

Lakes, glaciers and waterfalls in the Rutor Valley

Excursion to the Deffeyes Refuge via the Rutor Waterfalls, in front of the Rutor Glacier.

7:30 h

20km

1070

Zamboni Zappa refuge at the Belvedere Glacier

At the foot of the 4000 meters of Monte Rosa, the excursion to the Rifugio Zamboni Zappa is a glaciological tour.

5.30 h

13km

870

At the Barbustel Refuge, in the heart of the Monte Avic Natural Park

Crystal clear lakes and larch forests with a North American feel, in less than 3 hours of walking. The fastest excursion to the Barbustel refuge.

4.30 h

9.6km

700

Via delle Creste Orientali del Resegone

A fun ridge path that runs along the dolomitic towers of Resegone.

5:00 h

12km

920

Savogno, Dasile, and the Acquafraggia waterfalls

Ring of the Acquafraggia waterfalls - ladders, pools of water, Lilliputian villages and ancient mule tracks.

3:00 h

5.5km

620

Ring of the Benigni refuge and the Trona and Zancone lakes

A long itinerary in the Alta Val Gerola, passing a refuge, 4 lakes, and some ibex.

6:00 h

15km

970

The Lago Bianco ring at Pian dei Cavalli

On the balcony of the Spluga Valley: from Starleggia to Pian dei Cavalli, Lago Bianco and Monte Bardan.

4:00 h

10km

830

From the Resinelli Plans to the Rosalba Refuge

One of the most classic destinations in the Lombardy Prealps. Dolomite-style views, an hour's drive from Milan.

3:00 h

6km

530

Monte Grona and Monte Bregagno

On the grassy ridge between Monte Grona and Bregagno, face to face with Lake Como.

6:00 h

13km

1120

Puez refuge and Val Longia ring

Circular hike on a balcony overlooking the Val Longia gorge.

6:30 h

16km

1030

Ring of Monte San Primo and Rifugio Martina

On the most panoramic ridges of the Lariano Triangle, with lunch at the historic Martina Refuge.

3:00 h

7 km

550

Gianetti Refuge in Val Masino

An obligatory stop in the mountains of Lombardy, in the presence of the granite giants of Val Masino.

7:30 h

15km

1480

Bertacchi Refuge at Lake Emet

At Lake Emet, an almost perfectly circular lake, overlooking the Spluga Valley.

5:00 h

11km

990

Escursione ad anello al Lagazuoi

300m di dislivello in gallerie e cunicoli militari, raggiungendo il terrazzo panoramico del Lagazuoi. Opzionale, la Ferrata degli Alpini del Col dei Bos (C/D)

5:00 h

10 km

700

Boval Hut at the Morteratsch Glacier

In front of the Bernina, in an imposing glacial environment.

5:00 h

14km

640

The Tracciolino Trail

The Tracciolino Path: 10km of galleries and tunnels between San Giorgio (Val Codera) and Val dei Ratti.

6:00 h

15km

1000

Lake Lunghin and Piz Lunghin

A lake, a peak, and a pass, all sharing a breathtaking view of the Bernina group and Lake Sils.

6:30 h

16km

1030

Cima di Morissolo and fortifications of the Cadorna Line

A peak overlooking Lake Maggiore, with just a 30-minute walk, and with a maze of tunnels of the Cadorna Line.

1.30 h

3.5km

170

Alp and Munt La schera, lookouts on Lake Livigno

North American views, with the turquoise Lake Livigno and wide valleys cloaked in fir and larch trees.

4:30 h

13 km

810

At Monte Moregallo via Sant'Isidoro

Excursion to Monte Moregallo, a fun hilltop close to Lecco and the Corni di Canzo.

4.30 h

8.5km

920

Loop hike of Boletto and Bolettone

A loop hike on the grassy ridges of the Boletto and Bolettone, squeezed between the plain and Lake Como

5:00 h

15km

740

To Monte Cornizzolo via San Pietro al Monte

One of the most panoramic peaks of the Lariano Triangle, passing through a Romanesque rectory.

5:00 h

11km

1110

Gerli Porro Refuge and Ventina Glaciological Path

Discovering Alpe Ventina, on the trail of a retreating glacier.

3.30h

10km

700

Lake Vago, the blue pearl of Livigno

Short excursion to Lago Vago, a Caribbean lake so blue it seems fake.

3:00 h

6km

520

The Antrona Valley ring: Antrona Lake and Campliccioli Lake

Short excursion around the lakes of Antrona and Campliccioli, in the lower Antrona Valley.

3:00 h

10km

400

Forno Hut at the Forno Glacier

Long excursion in the Forno Valley, rewarded with views worthy of Patagonia.

8:00 h

21km

1020

Bignami refuge and Marson al Fellaria glaciological path

In the upper Valmalenco, in front of the Fellaria Glacier.

5.30h

15km

670

At the bivouac-igloo of Monte Due Mani

Easy summit facing the Grigne, ideal for a quick sunset from Lecco or Milan.

2.30h

5km

500

Daloo and Lagunc, balconies overlooking Valchiavenna

A mule track, a small white church, and a unique view of the Chiavenna plain.

3:00 h

6km

650

Herzogstand and Heimgarten ring

Two mountain lookouts overlooking the German plain and Walchensee.

4.30h

10km

360

Lake Cama in Val di Cama

Alpine lake set in an amphitheater of peaks.

6:00 h

13km

940

The Cardinello Path (or Via Mala)

Carved into the rock of a narrow gorge, the Cardinello Path is one of the oldest and most spectacular stretches of the Via Spluga.

4.30h

12km

660

Suretta Bivouac from the Spluga Pass

A panoramic circular ride astride the Spluga Pass, culminating at the Suretta Bivouac

5:00 h

11km

850

Tour from Lake Truzzo to Alpe Lendine

A long circular tour that touches all the most magical points of the remote Drogo Valley, a lateral side of the Spluga Valley.

7:00 h

17km

1190

The balcony of the Wettersteinwand

From Garmisch to Mittenwald, between gorges, Dolomite scenery and postcard-worthy lakes.

12:00 h

32km

1940

Alpe Giumello and Monte Croce di Muggio

Short and easy excursion to a panoramic peak overlooking Lake Como

1.30 h

3.5km

220

Equipped trail of Monte Barro

A slightly more fun alternative to the normal climb to Monte Barro.

2:00 h

3.5km

310

Via del Fiume in Val d'Era

An equipped trail alongside waterfalls and pools, in a valley nestled at the foot of the Grigne.

5:00 h

12km

710