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Alpe Granda Hike: Sunset with a View

Ardenno, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,699 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
Alpe Granda Hike: Sunset with a View
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Alpe Granda at Sunset

Some walks stay with you because of the light.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders in the late afternoon from Cataeggio, in the Val Masino, and follow an old path through chestnut groves, beech woods and historic summer pastures. The climb is steady but pleasant, carried along by the scent of the woods and by ever-wider glimpses of the valley. As the minutes pass the light shifts, the colours warm and the view opens onto the star of the evening: Monte Disgrazia. At Alpe Granda we settle onto one of the finest natural balconies in the valley, just as the sun drops behind the mountains.

5 reasons to come - sunset from Alpe Granda, with the Disgrazia in front of you - historic summer pastures along the path - the chestnut groves and beech woods of the Val Masino - light that changes minute by minute as you climb - a natural balcony few people know

Who it suits A steady climb on old paths with nothing technical: normal walking fitness is enough.

The Disgrazia at sunset is a sight: come and see it 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
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+19 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.
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+
959 m D+ · 12 km · 5 h
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 5 h and 959 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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Ardenno
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
959 m
Max altitude
1,699 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
5 h
Day
12 km · D+ 959 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 12 km
Meeting point 17:00approximate
Arrival at the final point, 23011, Ardenno, provincia di Sondrio, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We meet a little earlier for a coffee, water and a toilet: after that, there are none until we get back.
HOW TO GET THERE
17:00PARKING
Departure
The route starts near Categgio, in the province of Sondrio.
19:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Alpe Granda
You reach the Alpe Granda area, a wide open alpine pasture typical of traditional mountain grazing lands. The views are spectacular, with sweeping panoramas across the Orobie side of Valtellina, Monte Disgrazia, and the head of Val Masino.
21:00RETURN
Return to the cars
We return to the car park after a breathtaking sunset.

How do you get to Ardenno? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

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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 5 h with 959 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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✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓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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Alpe Granda Hike: Sunset with a View

Alpe Granda Hike: Sunset with a View

Ardenno, (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,699 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
959 m
Max altitude
1,699 m
Distance
12 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+19
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Alpe Granda at Sunset

Some walks stay with you because of the light.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders in the late afternoon from Cataeggio, in the Val Masino, and follow an old path through chestnut groves, beech woods and historic summer pastures. The climb is steady but pleasant, carried along by the scent of the woods and by ever-wider glimpses of the valley. As the minutes pass the light shifts, the colours warm and the view opens onto the star of the evening: Monte Disgrazia. At Alpe Granda we settle onto one of the finest natural balconies in the valley, just as the sun drops behind the mountains.

5 reasons to come - sunset from Alpe Granda, with the Disgrazia in front of you - historic summer pastures along the path - the chestnut groves and beech woods of the Val Masino - light that changes minute by minute as you climb - a natural balcony few people know

Who it suits A steady climb on old paths with nothing technical: normal walking fitness is enough.

The Disgrazia at sunset is a sight: come and see it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
959 m D+ · 12 km · 5 h
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 5 h and 959 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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Ardenno

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 12 km
Meeting point 17:00Arrival at the final point
We meet a little earlier for a coffee, water and a toilet: after that, there are none until we get back.
17:00PARKING
Departure
The route starts near Categgio, in the province of Sondrio.
19:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Alpe Granda
You reach the Alpe Granda area, a wide open alpine pasture typical of traditional mountain grazing lands. The views are spectacular, with sweeping panoramas across the Orobie side of Valtellina, Monte Disgrazia, and the head of Val Masino.
21:00RETURN
Return to the cars
We return to the car park after a breathtaking sunset.

How do you get to Ardenno? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Guiddy Experience

GuiddyX
Hikes picked for you

Guides and coordinators we pick for you.

Reviews

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

You'll be among the first to share your story.

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 5 h with 959 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?
⌄
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