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Monte Nudo and Pizzoni di Laveno Loop

Vararo, Varese · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,216 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Varese, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+16
Monte Nudo and Pizzoni di Laveno Loop
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Coordinator
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Pizzoni di Laveno: ridge and colors

Three peaks on a ridge, a single loop, the woods ablaze with color.

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

The experience

We start from Vararo, at about 750 meters; the trail climbs steadily through the woods and takes you up to Monte Nudo, beyond 1200 meters. The name is no coincidence: at the top, the trees step aside and the view takes center stage, with Lake Maggiore down below and the Alps in the background. It's the perfect spot to sit down, open your backpack, and pretend not to think about the elevation gain you just tackled.

The descent goes through the Pizzoni di Laveno, a more varied and enjoyable stretch, among ridges, open views, and the pleasure of letting gravity do the work. Then the loop closes and you return to the starting point with that good kind of tiredness that justifies a second dessert.

In numbers: about 10.5 km, 680 m of elevation gain, a loop starting and ending in Vararo.

Here, history is still visible in the details: the name itself tells of a territory once contested between Laveno and the neighboring valleys, and the ridge we walk along is the very same one that generations of CAI hikers have trodden for decades.

5 reasons to come - three peaks in a single day, along one ridge - the autumn foliage that sets the whole forest alight - a true loop, no retracing your steps - open views over Lake Maggiore from above - a mountain outing just a stone's throw from Varese

Who it's for For those with trained legs and a bit of hiking experience: the ridge requires sure footing, but no technical gear is needed.

Join us at Guidders: book now and let's climb the Pizzoni di Laveno together.

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.
+16 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
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
679 m D+ · 10 km · 5 h
Exposure and exposed sections
MEDIUM
Some exposed or ridge sections, short and well marked. Better if you don't suffer from vertigo.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink plenty before setting off: 3h30 and 662 m of ascent await you. If you hit the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking boots, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus trekking poles. Always with you: a plaster, a disinfectant wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Licensed hiking guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Vararo
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
679 m
Max altitude
1,216 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5 h
Map
Day
10 km · D+ 679 m · 5 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Setting off from Vararo, Vararo. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
09:00WATER
Setting off from Vararo
We set off with the Guidders and dive straight into the woods. Light backpacks, fresh legs and lots of energy: perfect time for the group photo.
B
10:30PASS
Passo del Cuvignone
The first climb brings us to the pass, a great spot to catch our breath. We adjust our backpacks and regroup before heading on.
C
12:30SUMMIT
Monte Nudo: summit and packed lunch
The final climb is the toughest, but at the top the trees open up to a view over Lake Maggiore. We sit down and that sandwich suddenly tastes amazing.
D
14:30HIDDEN POINT
Pizzoni di Laveno on the way back
We head down across ridges and open views on the Pizzoni di Laveno, along varied and fun trails. The lake stays in sight while our warmed-up legs keep moving.
E
16:30RETURN
Back to the cars in Vararo
We close the loop back in Vararo, where the cars are waiting. We toast with the group to a day full of autumn colors.

How do you get to Vararo? 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.

Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Windproof
RECOMMENDED
Visor hat
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Snacks
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Your Coordinator

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

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Lorenzo, coordinator. I've always loved walking: even in my free time, a simple stroll is my way of feeling good. With the mountains, this passion grew into something more: I enjoy studying routes carefully, figuring out how to plan them well, and putting that care into guiding a group. What I love most about taking people into the mountains is exactly this mix of exploration and organization: planning an outing with attention to detail and then watching it come to life together with others. I believe in a way of hiking that leaves nothing to chance, but always stays a shared experience. If you set out with me, my goal is to give you a well-planned route, within a group that moves together, calmly and attentively. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guiddy Coordinator
A Guiddy Coordinator: trained by us, knows the itinerary and keeps the group together from the first day to the last.

Reviews

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Ibex
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We only ask for feedback 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 679 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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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓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
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
Ibex
Still have questions? Ask Ibex
Ibex is Guiddy's virtual ibex: it answers everything, 24/7. In two messages it tells you whether this outing is for you, how to get there and what to pack.
Hi, I'm Ibex. Ask me anything about this outing: level, what to bring, meeting point, car pooling, payment.
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Monte Nudo and Pizzoni di Laveno Loop

Monte Nudo and Pizzoni di Laveno Loop

Vararo, Cittiglio (VA) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,216 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
679 m
Max altitude
1,216 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
Some
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+16
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Pizzoni di Laveno: ridge and colors

Three peaks on a ridge, a single loop, the woods ablaze with color.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We start from Vararo, at about 750 meters; the trail climbs steadily through the woods and takes you up to Monte Nudo, beyond 1200 meters. The name is no coincidence: at the top, the trees step aside and the view takes center stage, with Lake Maggiore down below and the Alps in the background. It's the perfect spot to sit down, open your backpack, and pretend not to think about the elevation gain you just tackled.

The descent goes through the Pizzoni di Laveno, a more varied and enjoyable stretch, among ridges, open views, and the pleasure of letting gravity do the work. Then the loop closes and you return to the starting point with that good kind of tiredness that justifies a second dessert.

In numbers: about 10.5 km, 680 m of elevation gain, a loop starting and ending in Vararo.

Here, history is still visible in the details: the name itself tells of a territory once contested between Laveno and the neighboring valleys, and the ridge we walk along is the very same one that generations of CAI hikers have trodden for decades.

5 reasons to come - three peaks in a single day, along one ridge - the autumn foliage that sets the whole forest alight - a true loop, no retracing your steps - open views over Lake Maggiore from above - a mountain outing just a stone's throw from Varese

Who it's for For those with trained legs and a bit of hiking experience: the ridge requires sure footing, but no technical gear is needed.

Join us at Guidders: book now and let's climb the Pizzoni di Laveno together.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
679 m D+ · 10 km · 5 h
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink plenty before setting off: 3h30 and 662 m of ascent await you. If you hit the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking boots, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus trekking poles. Always with you: a plaster, a disinfectant wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Licensed hiking guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Vararo

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
5 stops
Meeting point 9:00Setting off from Vararo
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
09:00WATER
Setting off from Vararo
We set off with the Guidders and dive straight into the woods. Light backpacks, fresh legs and lots of energy: perfect time for the group photo.
B
10:30PASS
Passo del Cuvignone
The first climb brings us to the pass, a great spot to catch our breath. We adjust our backpacks and regroup before heading on.
C
12:30SUMMIT
Monte Nudo: summit and packed lunch
The final climb is the toughest, but at the top the trees open up to a view over Lake Maggiore. We sit down and that sandwich suddenly tastes amazing.
D
14:30HIDDEN POINT
Pizzoni di Laveno on the way back
We head down across ridges and open views on the Pizzoni di Laveno, along varied and fun trails. The lake stays in sight while our warmed-up legs keep moving.
E
16:30RETURN
Back to the cars in Vararo
We close the loop back in Vararo, where the cars are waiting. We toast with the group to a day full of autumn colors.

How do you get to Vararo? 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.
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Windproof
RECOMMENDED
Visor hat
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Snacks
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Your Coordinator

Lorenzo S.
Lorenzo S.
Guiddy Coordinator

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Lorenzo, coordinator. I've always loved walking: even in my free time, a simple stroll is my way of feeling good. With the mountains, this passion grew into something more: I enjoy studying routes carefully, figuring out how to plan them well, and putting that care into guiding a group. What I love most about taking people into the mountains is exactly this mix of exploration and organization: planning an outing with attention to detail and then watching it come to life together with others. I believe in a way of hiking that leaves nothing to chance, but always stays a shared experience. If you set out with me, my goal is to give you a well-planned route, within a group that moves together, calmly and attentively. 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.

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 679 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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