GUIDDY EXPERIENCE
iWhat does it mean?
To the enchanting lakes of Alpe Pioltone
Bognanco, provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola · Piemonte•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 2,000 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+15
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
The lakes of Alpe Pioltone
Silent larch woods, and a swim in the tarns.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We set off with the Guidders and climb towards Alpe Pioltone through silent larch woods and open pasture, up to the clear pools of the Gattascosa tarns, where in summer you can treat yourself to a cooling swim. Along the route stand Rifugio Il Dosso and Rifugio Gattascosa, both worth stopping at. It is a simple, perfect day, made for anyone who wants to slow down.
5 reasons to come - the Gattascosa tarns, with a swim for the brave - Alpe Pioltone and its open pastures - two huts along the route - the silent larch woods on the way up - a day designed for slowing down
Who it suits A simple route on well-marked paths: fine even if you do not walk much.
Simplicity, open space and good food: come with the Guidders.
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 3 days before
For the selected date the free cancellation period has ended. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+15 Guiddy points
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Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
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I+
D
D+
500 m D+ · 9 km · 5 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
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BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 5 h and 500 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Qualified hiking guide
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Bognanco
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
500 m
Max altitude
2,000 m
Distance
9 km
Duration
5 h
Saturday
10 Oct
9 km · D+ 500 m · 5 h
Apple Maps10:00MEETING
Hike Start
Our hiking adventure begins in San Bernardo, Bognanco Valley (VB), near the San Bernardo mountain hut.
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
"Il Dosso Mountain Hut"
Just a short walk from the start of our trek, we'll reach the Rifugio Il Dosso, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Alpe Pioltone.
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Gattascosa Mountain Hut
Finally arriving at the Gattascosa refuge, we can admire the stunning views of Valbognanco and refuel with a hearty hot meal.
15:00RETURN
Back to the trailhead.
Return to the cars via the trail leading down from Lake Ragozza and Lake Arza.
How do you get to Bognanco? 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
for the selected date
2 cars with 7 free seats for this date, and 1 Guidder is looking for a ride.
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2 cars
7 free seats
1Guidder
looking for a ride
What to bring
A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Swimsuit
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
Guide for this date · Saturday 10 October
Stefano F.
· 5 outings
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Guida Ambientale Escursionistica
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 500 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before (for this date the free cancellation period has ended)
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
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