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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
10
Aletsch Glacier — Aletschgletscher
The most classic excursion to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps.
4.30 h
14km
460
10
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
10
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
9
Glacier d'Orny and Cabanne du Trient
Excursion to the imposing Orny Glacier, in the Mont Blanc group
6:00 h
13km
970
9
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
9
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
9
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
9
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
9
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
9
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
9
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
9
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
Via delle Creste Orientali del Resegone
A fun ridge path that runs along the dolomitic towers of Resegone.
5:00 h
12km
920
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
Puez refuge and Val Longia ring
Circular hike on a balcony overlooking the Val Longia gorge.
6:30 h
16km
1030
8
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
8
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
8
Bertacchi Refuge at Lake Emet
At Lake Emet, an almost perfectly circular lake, overlooking the Spluga Valley.
5:00 h
11km
990
8
Boval Hut at the Morteratsch Glacier
In front of the Bernina, in an imposing glacial environment.
5:00 h
14km
640
8
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
8
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
8
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
8
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
7
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
7
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
7
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
7
Gerli Porro Refuge and Ventina Glaciological Path
Discovering Alpe Ventina, on the trail of a retreating glacier.
3.30h
10km
700
7
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
7
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
7
Forno Hut at the Forno Glacier
Long excursion in the Forno Valley, rewarded with views worthy of Patagonia.
8:00 h
21km
1020
7
Bignami refuge and Marson al Fellaria glaciological path
In the upper Valmalenco, in front of the Fellaria Glacier.
5.30h
15km
670
7
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
7
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
7
Herzogstand and Heimgarten ring
Two mountain lookouts overlooking the German plain and Walchensee.
4.30h
10km
360
7
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
7
Suretta Bivouac from the Spluga Pass
A panoramic circular ride astride the Spluga Pass, culminating at the Suretta Bivouac
5:00 h
11km
850
7
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
7
The balcony of the Wettersteinwand
From Garmisch to Mittenwald, between gorges, Dolomite scenery and postcard-worthy lakes.
12:00 h
32km
1940
7
Alpe Giumello and Monte Croce di Muggio
Short and easy excursion to a panoramic peak overlooking Lake Como
1.30 h
3.5km
220
7
Equipped trail of Monte Barro
A slightly more fun alternative to the normal climb to Monte Barro.
2:00 h
3.5km
310
7
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
7
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