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A summer at the summit

Backpack and discover the best treks and outdoor activities #inLombardia

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Who said summer is just the beach and swimming at the beach?

 

Those who choose to spend their vacations on Lombardy's peaks have only one problem: an embarrassment of choice!

From walks suitable for the whole family to more challenging treks, not forgetting the crags and walls for those who practice climbing and mountaineering and the climbs and descents for lovers of cycling and mountain biking.

Sports and many outdoor activities, along trails, on mountain pastures and in protected natural settings, where you can experience life in the mountains.

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Brembana Valley: mountains all to experience | Bergamo
For trekking lovers, the Brembana Valley offers a wide choice of hikes of various difficulties. Among the most classic is the ascent to Pizzo del Becco via the F.lli Calvi refuge. Another beautiful hike is to Mount Aga, which starts from Carona and climbs to the Longo refuge. For those who like to climb "vertically," there are numerous crags equipped for climbing. Among the best known is that of Cornalba. For boulders, on the other hand, the reference point is the area after Fondra: over 60 boulders all to climb. And for the most fearless, a few minutes from Ganda di Selvino is the takeoff area for hang gliding flights. Finally, in San Pellegrino Terme, there is a chance to try out the equipped canoe camp on the waters of the Brembo.
The Seriana Valley and Presolana | Bergamo
More than a thousand kilometers of trails among pastures and alpine lakes with day hikes or following the Orobie Trail in multiple stages in the presence of Presolana. The Seriana Valley is an ideal destination for a relaxing vacation, but also for adrenaline-pumping experiences. Indeed, it offers many easy, family-friendly hikes, but there are also many opportunities for those who want to climb: the Grottone di Onore and the Lantana crag, for example. In Spiazzi di Gromo, on the other hand, downhillers will find descents for all tastes. Here the Bike Park offers adrenaline-pumping trails of increasing difficulty. Then in Fiumenero there is a beautiful gorge suitable for canyoneers.
Scalve Valley between nature and tranquility | Bergamo
A valley that captivates with the emerald green color of the pine forests and the dolomite peaks that crown the village of Schilpario. A suitable destination for nature lovers, the historic Via Mala of the Dezzo River is a trek, suitable for everyone, among rock walls and deep ravines. Another beautiful hike starts after the village of Schilpario and leads into the Vò Valley. Unspoiled nature, fords to cross and high altitude natural lakes. These are the most beautiful things to discover while riding a grappling hook. Among the routes the valley offers, try the loop route that starts in Schilpario and arrives at the Veneroccolo lakes. And for climbing lovers, the area of Colere with its crags is recommended.
Nature, taste and traditions: the Val Sabbia | Brescia
Bathed by Lake Idro, in Val Sabbia you can discover life in the alpine pastures where the famous Bagoss cheese is made. There is certainly no shortage of hiking for families. Popular is the one from the Tassara refuge up to Mount Frerone. The trails in the valley can also be hiked on horseback, or by mountain bike. For those who want to engage in climbing, the landmark is Cornone di Blumone. A must for those visiting Val Sabbia is Bagolino, famous for its carnival. The medieval atmosphere that can be felt walking along the "piastroi," the narrow streets of the center, is truly unique. The village churches hold works by great painters such as Titian and Tintoretto.
Mountains of ancient history: the Camonica Valley | Brescia
Crossed by the Oglio River, the Camonica Valley is home to one of the world's largest collections of prehistoric rock art, a World Heritage Site. To visit these places is to take a journey through time. For trekking lovers, a beautiful one-day itinerary starts in Val Malga, taking hikers across the valley and discovering cozy mountain huts. Those who want a multi-day hike, on the other hand, can follow the Alta Via dell'Adamello, a splendid but decidedly more challenging trail. The valley can also be discovered by pedaling. From Passo del Tonale, in fact, a cycle-pedestrian path starts, with no less than 280 km of routes through the varied landscape to Lake Iseo and among the vineyards of Franciacorta.
The Larian Triangle: the Horns of Canzo | Como
Amazing mountains for outdoor enthusiasts, from climbing walls to high altitude treks with lake views. The hike to the Corni di Canzo is a classic that offers three variations. To reach the summit one can choose the longer trail from Canzo, or the one from Oneda Valbrona. A third option is from Valmadrera. The vertical walls of the Larian Triangle are among the most popular destinations for climbers. The presence of erratic boulders also makes these mountains an ideal place for boulders. Cycling enthusiasts can "measure" their leg on the challenging climbs of Sormano and Ghisallo. By moutain bike, on the other hand, one can tackle the traverse by climbing up to Brunate and on to Bellagio.
Valsassina and Grigne | Lecco
From day hikes, to climbing the vertical walls of the Grigne, to beautiful treks leading to the Valsassina refuges. The Grigne mountain range is the mountain for everyone. One of the most popular routes is the one from the eastern slope starting from the Colle di Balisio or Pasturo. From Piani dei Resinelli, on the other hand, a pleasant walk starts: a family-friendly path that leads to the Coltignone viewpoint with a lake view. The Northern Grigna offers numerous climbing opportunities. The choice of trails for mountain biking also varies. From the tour of the alpine pastures, to the Artavaggio loop, with variations that can satisfy every type of cyclist.
The Resegone and the Erna Plains | Lecco
Resegone, the iconic mountain of Lecco's Pre-Alps, offers the chance to enjoy a few days of vacation for both families and less experienced hikers, as well as mountaineering enthusiasts, thanks to a series of easy trails and more challenging routes, including vie ferrate. The Piani d'Erna provide an end point for trips that are also suitable for families and are a starting point for more challenging hikes. Hikes along the Sentiero Natura (Nature Trail), to the Stoppani refuge and the Alpinisti Monzesi refuge are classics within everyone's reach. Much more challenging, however, is the Creste Trail, which from Passata reaches Resegone in 4 hours.
A vacation in the heart of the Alps: the Valmalenco | Valtellina
Vacations between nature and culture, trekking at high altitudes, up to touch the glaciers where you can listen to the voice of the mountains. Valmalenco, is an ideal destination for those who like to combine sporting activity with moments of pure relaxation. Challenging, relaxing, adventurous or peaceful: there are many treks for those who love the mountains and unspoiled natural settings. For those who are not afraid of long distances, the Alta Via della Valmalenco is a must: a high altitude hiking route (about 110 km) that can be done in 8 stages, or broken into "mini" Alte Vie (2 or 3 days). The mountains of Valmalenco also hold surprises for the little ones thanks to the Alpe Prabello trails, which start from the Zoia and Cristina refuges and at the Campagneda lakes.
Val Masino, wild heart of the Retiche | Valtellina
Outdoor activities and relaxation in Europe's little Yosemite. Wild, the cradle of boulder climbing and a popular destination for climbers, Val Masino is a reference point for those who prefer multi-day high mountain walks, climbing and contact with the most unspoiled nature. The undisputed kingdom of granite, Val Masino can be chosen as a base for venturing out to explore the nearby Preda Rossa, Mello and Bagni di Masino valleys. Here, time seems to stand still. Far from mass tourism and appreciated by those who love nature and also culture, Val Masino, even today, is considered a true outdoor natural ethnographic museum with its typical houses, stables and barns.
Stelvio Park, Bormio and Valdidentro | Valtellina
Challenging walks or treks in contact with alpine wildlife: deer, chamois, ibex, ermine, not forgetting the birds of prey that dominate the sky. Welcome to the Stelvio National Park, a protected area that offers tourists and hikers the chance to walk surrounded by lush, unspoiled nature, up to and above 3,000 meters where the landscape is characterized by rocks, scree and perennial snow. Valdidentro, located in the heart of Alta Valtellina, within the Stelvio Park, is the perfect place for a summer vacation. The Bormio area, on the other hand, among other things, is a paradise for sport climbers thanks to its single-pitch and multi-pitch crags.
Valchiavenna and Spluga Valley | Valtellina
Alpine pastures, lakes, streams and a varied network of trails. This is a corner of Valtellina waiting to be discovered. Isola, a small hamlet of Madesimo, is the starting point for a trek to the sunny lakes of Baldiscio and Mot. Along the way you will encounter alpine pastures dotted with typical mountain huts ("carden"). Madesimo is a gem nestled in the mountains on the border between Italy and Switzerland. The Marmitte dei Giganti Park, on the other hand, is located within a nature reserve just outside the town of Chiavenna. Worth visiting is the Segname Tower in Gordona, in the Chiavenna Valley, one of the few remaining and a testament to the strategic importance of this valley as a link between the mountains and the plains.

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