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DIFFICULT HIKES

Experienced hikers, this category is for you.

I primi raggi di sole illuminano i contrafforti del Lago di Grevalsalvas, sopra Saint Moritz.

If you're looking for challenging hikes, either because they're long or because they involve exposed or aerial sections, this is the section for you. We've included all the longest and most demanding hikes from Hikes of the World, so you can fully satisfy your craving for walking.

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THE BEST HIKES IN THIS CATEGORY

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

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

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

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

Via delle Creste Orientali del Resegone

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

5:00 h

12km

920

8

Puez refuge and Val Longia ring

Circular hike on a balcony overlooking the Val Longia gorge.

6:30 h

16km

1030

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

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

Forno Hut at the Forno Glacier

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

8:00 h

21km

1020

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

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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