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Mount Scermendone Loop

Parcheggio loc. Valbiore, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 2,127 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
DIFFICULT
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+21
Mount Scermendone Loop
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Scermendone

The Monte Scermendone loop is a circular route that offers a wonderful panorama of Monte Disgrazia and also of the Cengalo and Badile peaks, while looking south you can see the outline of Pizzo Coca in the Orobie Alps.

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

The experience

The mountain is formed by a long ridge that extends from Southwest to Northeast; both sides are rich in evergreens, while the ridge just above 2000 meters is mainly grassy.

With the Guidders we will set off from the road to Predarossa, heading towards the Alpe Granda Refuge. Once at the alpine pasture, we will leave the easy path and, climbing along a steep (unmarked) track, we will reach Pizzo Mercantelli. We will then follow a stretch of ridge until reaching Monte Scermendone, from which there is a spectacular, close-up view of Monte Disgrazia. From the summit we will descend towards the small church of San Quirico, passing by the small Scermendone lake (which is not the same-named lake located further ahead) and the Scermendone bivouac.

On the way back, we will cross the Preda Rossa valley as far as Sasso Bisolo along a faint track until we reach the old, interrupted road to Predarossa, following the stream of the same name. From here we will return to the cars, thus closing this beautiful loop.

A splendid loop itinerary in a little-known and rarely visited valley.

Exceptional panorama of Disgrazia, Cengalo and Badile.

Passing through historic alpine pastures, mountain huts and ancient rural hamlets.

Charming small lake and bivouac.

A rarely travelled route, perfect for those seeking tranquility and authentic landscapes.

👉 If you want to experience a true day in the mountains together with the Guidders, this loop is the perfect choice. Book your spot and come discover one of the most beautiful and least known routes in the Sasso Bisolo valley.

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.
Recommended age 18+
It's not a rule: it just tells you what kind of group to expect. You can still sign up if you're outside this range.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+21 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
DIFFICULT
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,100 m D+ · 15 km · 6 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 6 h and 1,100 m of ascent ahead, you need consistent training and to be used to long hours on foot
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles and a headlamp. 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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,127 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
6 h
Map
Day
15 km · D+ 1,100 m · 6 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
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
A
09:00PARKING
Starting Point
We will set off from a car park along the road to Preda Rossa, in the Valbiore area.
B
12:30BIVOUAC
Lunch at the Scermendone bivouac
Once at the mountain hut, we can relax and recharge, making use of the shelter itself or the outdoor table and benches.
C
17:00RETURN
End of the hike
We’ll return to the starting point along a different trail, completing a scenic loop hike.

How do you get to Parcheggio loc. Valbiore? 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
Cap
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Long pants
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
Thermal shirt
RECOMMENDED
Trekking boots
RECOMMENDED
Spray anti-zecche
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Paolo N.
Paolo N.
· 16 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Paolo, a mid-mountain leader registered with the Collegio Regionale Guide Alpine Lombardia. With a degree in engineering, I live in Lecco, where I was born and raised on the slopes of Monte Resegone. I've always loved my city, squeezed between the lake and the mountains, for the landscapes it offers from every angle: from the top of its peaks or from the shore. Over the years, in my free time, I've taken up plenty of outdoor activities — trekking, cycling, canoeing, skiing — and raced in trail running and skyrunning events. A great passion for nature and for my own patch is what pushed me into guiding: sharing a love for the trails, the summits and the landscapes around Lecco is the part that gives me most satisfaction. ⛰ See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guida di Media Montagna

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Rough and treacherous terrain requiring preparation and experience, equipment, and use of self-belay devices. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6 h with 1,100 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
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Mount Scermendone Loop

Mount Scermendone Loop

Parcheggio loc. Valbiore, Val Masino (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,127 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,127 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+21
10 photos
+6 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Monte Scermendone

The Monte Scermendone loop is a circular route that offers a wonderful panorama of Monte Disgrazia and also of the Cengalo and Badile peaks, while looking south you can see the outline of Pizzo Coca in the Orobie Alps.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The mountain is formed by a long ridge that extends from Southwest to Northeast; both sides are rich in evergreens, while the ridge just above 2000 meters is mainly grassy.

With the Guidders we will set off from the road to Predarossa, heading towards the Alpe Granda Refuge. Once at the alpine pasture, we will leave the easy path and, climbing along a steep (unmarked) track, we will reach Pizzo Mercantelli. We will then follow a stretch of ridge until reaching Monte Scermendone, from which there is a spectacular, close-up view of Monte Disgrazia. From the summit we will descend towards the small church of San Quirico, passing by the small Scermendone lake (which is not the same-named lake located further ahead) and the Scermendone bivouac.

On the way back, we will cross the Preda Rossa valley as far as Sasso Bisolo along a faint track until we reach the old, interrupted road to Predarossa, following the stream of the same name. From here we will return to the cars, thus closing this beautiful loop.

A splendid loop itinerary in a little-known and rarely visited valley.

Exceptional panorama of Disgrazia, Cengalo and Badile.

Passing through historic alpine pastures, mountain huts and ancient rural hamlets.

Charming small lake and bivouac.

A rarely travelled route, perfect for those seeking tranquility and authentic landscapes.

👉 If you want to experience a true day in the mountains together with the Guidders, this loop is the perfect choice. Book your spot and come discover one of the most beautiful and least known routes in the Sasso Bisolo valley.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,100 m D+ · 15 km · 6 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 6 h and 1,100 m of ascent ahead, you need consistent training and to be used to long hours on foot
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles and a headlamp. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
3 stops
Meeting point 9:00Parcheggio loc. Valbiore
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
09:00PARKING
Starting Point
We will set off from a car park along the road to Preda Rossa, in the Valbiore area.
B
12:30BIVOUAC
Lunch at the Scermendone bivouac
Once at the mountain hut, we can relax and recharge, making use of the shelter itself or the outdoor table and benches.
C
17:00RETURN
End of the hike
We’ll return to the starting point along a different trail, completing a scenic loop hike.

How do you get to Parcheggio loc. Valbiore? 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
Cap
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Long pants
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
Thermal shirt
RECOMMENDED
Trekking boots
RECOMMENDED
Spray anti-zecche
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Paolo N.
Paolo N.
16 outings with Guiddy
Guida di Media Montagna

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Paolo, a mid-mountain leader registered with the Collegio Regionale Guide Alpine Lombardia. With a degree in engineering, I live in Lecco, where I was born and raised on the slopes of Monte Resegone. I've always loved my city, squeezed between the lake and the mountains, for the landscapes it offers from every angle: from the top of its peaks or from the shore. Over the years, in my free time, I've taken up plenty of outdoor activities — trekking, cycling, canoeing, skiing — and raced in trail running and skyrunning events. A great passion for nature and for my own patch is what pushed me into guiding: sharing a love for the trails, the summits and the landscapes around Lecco is the part that gives me most satisfaction. ⛰ 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?
⌄
Rough and treacherous terrain requiring preparation and experience, equipment, and use of self-belay devices. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6 h with 1,100 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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€25
per person
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