Casargo, Lecco · Lombardia•1 day · Thursday•Hiking · 1,799 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY PLUS
Where?
Lecco, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+15
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
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Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
A giant bench with a view over the whole lake
Alpe del Giumello, above Casargo in Valsassina, is one of those places everyone agrees on: open meadows, good air and a giant bench — one of the Big Benches that have become famous across Italy — placed exactly where the view over Lake Como is finest.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The route is a loop at the foot of Monte Croce crossing a beautiful beech wood and reaching the church of Sant'Ulderico, then the Belvedere dell'Alpe Chiaro. Closing the loop is the cross of Monte Muggio, the last viewpoint before heading back.
Ten kilometres and 500 metres of ascent, with lunch at a hut: pizzoccheri or a platter of cured meats, as they do around here.
This is an easy hike: 500 metres of ascent over ten kilometres, on comfortable, well-marked trails. Perfect for families and beginners. The Narro car park costs 3 euros a day and is not included.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up to the Giumello.
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
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
500 m D+ · 10 km · 6 h
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus — this outing
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 6 h and 500 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
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
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Casargo
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
1,799 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
6 h
Thursday
22 Oct
10 km · D+ 500 m · 6 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Via della Deputazione 77, 23831 Casargo provincia di Lecco, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet the Guidders at the Narro car park, in Casargo (LC): parking costs 3 euros a day and is not included. From here the loop at the foot of Monte Croce begins. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at the hut on the Giumello
After the beech wood, the church of Sant'Ulderico and the Belvedere dell'Alpe Chiaro we reach the hut, where we stop for lunch: a good plate of pizzoccheri or a platter of cured meats, with the giant bench a few steps away.
C
14:00SUMMIT
The Monte Muggio cross and the way back
We close the loop reaching the cross of Monte Muggio, the last viewpoint of the day, and from there return to the cars. We take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Casargo? 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
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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Mini crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Warm gloves
RECOMMENDED
Thermal shirt
RECOMMENDED
Food supply
RECOMMENDED
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Thursday 22 October
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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 6 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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Still have questions? Ask Ibex
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Hi, I'm Ibex. Ask me anything about this outing: level, what to bring, meeting point, car pooling, payment.
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Alpe del Giumello, above Casargo in Valsassina, is one of those places everyone agrees on: open meadows, good air and a giant bench — one of the Big Benches that have become famous across Italy — placed exactly where the view over Lake Como is finest.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The route is a loop at the foot of Monte Croce crossing a beautiful beech wood and reaching the church of Sant'Ulderico, then the Belvedere dell'Alpe Chiaro. Closing the loop is the cross of Monte Muggio, the last viewpoint before heading back.
Ten kilometres and 500 metres of ascent, with lunch at a hut: pizzoccheri or a platter of cured meats, as they do around here.
This is an easy hike: 500 metres of ascent over ten kilometres, on comfortable, well-marked trails. Perfect for families and beginners. The Narro car park costs 3 euros a day and is not included.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up to the Giumello.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
500 m D+ · 10 km · 6 h
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus — this outing
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 6 h and 500 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
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
INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Casargo
Itinerary
Thursday · approximate times
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3 stops
Meeting point 9:00Casargo
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet the Guidders at the Narro car park, in Casargo (LC): parking costs 3 euros a day and is not included. From here the loop at the foot of Monte Croce begins. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at the hut on the Giumello
After the beech wood, the church of Sant'Ulderico and the Belvedere dell'Alpe Chiaro we reach the hut, where we stop for lunch: a good plate of pizzoccheri or a platter of cured meats, with the giant bench a few steps away.
C
14:00SUMMIT
The Monte Muggio cross and the way back
We close the loop reaching the cross of Monte Muggio, the last viewpoint of the day, and from there return to the cars. We take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Casargo? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this date
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6 h with 500 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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