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A pearl set among the high peaks of the Orobie Valtellinesi: Lake Zancone

Pescegallo, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,950 m
Experience
Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+17
A pearl set among the high peaks of the Orobie Valtellinesi: Lake Zancone
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Zancone in the Orobie Valtellinesi

This route takes us to an uncontaminated corner of the Orobie: We will walk immersed in an alpine environment of rare integrity, surrounded by pastures, rocks and high-altitude woods, with spectacular views of the peaks of Valtellina and the Orobie. The highlight of the excursion is Lake Zancone, a body of water with green and turquoise reflections, nestled in a glacial basin, where the silence is interrupted only by the wind and the song of marmots. On clear days, the mountains are perfectly reflected on its surface, creating an almost surreal atmosphere. The descent, lively and fun, winds through scree, waterfalls and small streams that require a firm step and a bit of agility. We will conclude our adventure in the cool embrace of the Alpe, relaxing and refreshing our feet in the clear streams that flow through the meadows.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Requires a bit of agility and the habit of walking on rough paths, rocks and fords.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 2 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+17 Guiddy points
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Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
750 m D+ · 11 km · 6h30
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 6h30 and 750 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Transport
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
750 m
Max altitude
1,950 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
6h30
Day
11 km · D+ 750 m · 6h30
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Pescegallo (so), Pescegallo, Gerola Alta, provincia di Sondrio, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
09:30PARKING
Pescegallo (so)
Departure from Pescegallo and we will follow the wide mule track that will lead us after a few hairpin bends to the beginning of the real path where we will find a magnificent alpine environment and the mountain pasture still in use. Between streams and meadows, we will begin the climb that will lead us to the crossroads that takes us above Lake Trona and the magnificent Laghetto Zancone.
13:00LAKE
lago Zancone
After a stop to admire the wonderful high mountain environment - in silence we could also see chamois and hear the call of marmots - we will go back up the path and start our circular tour.
16:00RETURN
Pescegallo (SO)
The return will be through fun but delicate passages on rocks, fords, streams... We will have the opportunity and time to refresh ourselves in the fresh waters of the streams before returning to the cars.

How do you get to Pescegallo? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Cinzia C.
Cinzia C.
· 15 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Cinzia, an environmental hiking guide, and I can't wait to walk together, take in some landscapes and get to know new places in cheerful company. I put a lot of care and a lot of time into choosing what to offer: I only pick the outings that move me, whether it's the views, the nature, the traditions (culinary ones included, obviously), the people or the history. The reason is simple — if they don't move me, they're unlikely to move the people walking with me. What I love most is the moment we head back: everyone carries home in their little backpack not just good photos and smiles, but something extra to remember. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Francese
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6h30 with 750 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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A pearl set among the high peaks of the Orobie Valtellinesi: Lake Zancone

A pearl set among the high peaks of the Orobie Valtellinesi: Lake Zancone

Pescegallo, Gerola Alta (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,950 m
Elevation gain
750 m
Max altitude
1,950 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6h30
Guiddy points
+17
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Zancone in the Orobie Valtellinesi

This route takes us to an uncontaminated corner of the Orobie: We will walk immersed in an alpine environment of rare integrity, surrounded by pastures, rocks and high-altitude woods, with spectacular views of the peaks of Valtellina and the Orobie. The highlight of the excursion is Lake Zancone, a body of water with green and turquoise reflections, nestled in a glacial basin, where the silence is interrupted only by the wind and the song of marmots. On clear days, the mountains are perfectly reflected on its surface, creating an almost surreal atmosphere. The descent, lively and fun, winds through scree, waterfalls and small streams that require a firm step and a bit of agility. We will conclude our adventure in the cool embrace of the Alpe, relaxing and refreshing our feet in the clear streams that flow through the meadows.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Requires a bit of agility and the habit of walking on rough paths, rocks and fords.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
750 m D+ · 11 km · 6h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 6h30 and 750 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30Pescegallo (so)
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30PARKING
Pescegallo (so)
Departure from Pescegallo and we will follow the wide mule track that will lead us after a few hairpin bends to the beginning of the real path where we will find a magnificent alpine environment and the mountain pasture still in use. Between streams and meadows, we will begin the climb that will lead us to the crossroads that takes us above Lake Trona and the magnificent Laghetto Zancone.
13:00LAKE
lago Zancone
After a stop to admire the wonderful high mountain environment - in silence we could also see chamois and hear the call of marmots - we will go back up the path and start our circular tour.
16:00RETURN
Pescegallo (SO)
The return will be through fun but delicate passages on rocks, fords, streams... We will have the opportunity and time to refresh ourselves in the fresh waters of the streams before returning to the cars.

How do you get to Pescegallo? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Cinzia C.
Cinzia C.
15 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Cinzia, an environmental hiking guide, and I can't wait to walk together, take in some landscapes and get to know new places in cheerful company. I put a lot of care and a lot of time into choosing what to offer: I only pick the outings that move me, whether it's the views, the nature, the traditions (culinary ones included, obviously), the people or the history. The reason is simple — if they don't move me, they're unlikely to move the people walking with me. What I love most is the moment we head back: everyone carries home in their little backpack not just good photos and smiles, but something extra to remember. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

After your outing, you can share your story too.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6h30 with 750 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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