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Golden Loop in Val Vogna among blazing larches

Alagna Valsesia, Vercelli · Piemonte•1 day · Sunday•Hiking · 1,920 m
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Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Vercelli, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+17
Golden Loop in Val Vogna among blazing larches
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Overview
The experience
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What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
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WHY THIS HIKE

Larecchio: the autumn loop

A golden loop scented with larches, high above Alagna.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Sant'Antonio, deep in Val Vogna, following the historic trail 201, once the "Via Regia" linking Valsesia to the Aosta Valley. We climb with the Guidders past walser hamlets, the charming Ponte Napoleonico and the tiny San Grato church, while the forest glows in gold and red. The final stretch gets steeper, but the view makes it worth every step: ahead of us opens the green bowl of Alpe Larecchio, 1895 m, ringed by larches and crossed by a clear stream. We close the loop descending along a different side, with the warm afternoon light lighting our way.

This trail follows the ancient Walser emigration route toward the Aosta Valley — real history under your boots, marked by CAI for over a century.

5 reasons to join - Alpe Larecchio, a postcard-perfect larch basin - autumn foliage setting all of Val Vogna on fire - the Ponte Napoleonico, a slice of history to cross - optional stop at the alpine farm for a bite (indicative hours) - a full loop hike, perfect for a day with friends

Who it's for Great for families and hikers of any level: one steeper stretch, never technical, on a well-marked trail throughout.

Come live Valsesia's golden autumn with us: book with the Guidders, we'll see you in Val Vogna!

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: by 11 November, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+17 Guiddy points
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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+
700 m D+ · 13 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 before you set off: you've got 5 h and 700 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter, plus poles. 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
✕Travel to Alagna Valsesia
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
700 m
Max altitude
1,920 m
Distance
13 km
Duration
5 h
Sunday
15 Nov
13 km · D+ 700 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 13 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Return to Cà di Janzo, Strada Comunale Alagna Sant'Antonio, 13021 Alagna Valsesia provincia di Vercelli, 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
09:30WATER
Departure from Cà di Janzo, Val Vogna
We meet up with the Guidders at Cà di Janzo, in Val Vogna (Alagna Valsesia, VC). The time is indicative and may change depending on the season: we'll let you know the exact time in the trip's Telegram group.
10:00WATER
Peccia and the ancient Via Regia
We climb steadily through the autumn forest, among golden larches, following the ancient route of the Via Regia towards Peccia, crossing the many Walser villages. The trail climbs steeply at times but is well marked, with the valley opening up beneath us at every step.
11:30WATER
Agriturismo Larecchio — Coffee Stop
We arrive at the grassy bowl of Alpe Larecchio, surrounded by golden larches and crossed by a stream full of fish. We stop for a coffee or a hot tea before our last look out over the heights.
12:30WATER
Alpe Larecchio — lunch break at altitude
We have lunch in the Larecchio basin, among larches glowing yellow and orange and the stream flowing gently through the meadows. A moment of celebration with the group, with Val Vogna stretched out below us.
15:30WATER
Return to Cà di Janzo
We descend along a different stretch of trail, through woods glowing with warm autumn colors, heading back to the cars at Cà di Janzo. Once the hike is done with the Guidders, we enjoy a cold beer or a coke together before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Alagna Valsesia? 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
1 car with 2 free seats for this date.
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1 car
2 free seats

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Guide for this date · Sunday 15 November
Manuel M.
Manuel M.
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Manuel, a hiking and cycle touring guide from Piedmont. I know north-eastern Piedmont especially well, because I live it every day and have been out in it for thirty years: I lead groups here on treks, hikes and gravel rides, across the country I've always ridden and walked. My work brings together safety, technical preparation and attention to people: from the group's pace to the choice of route, from the weather to managing the kit. Those are the things you don't see, and they're the reason a day runs smoothly. Every outing is built to be genuine, calm and engaging, where the landscape turns into discovery and every step or pedal stroke means something. 🚴 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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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 700 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?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Golden Loop in Val Vogna among blazing larches

Golden Loop in Val Vogna among blazing larches

Alagna Valsesia, (VC) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,920 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
700 m
Max altitude
1,920 m
Distance
13 km
Exposed sections
Some
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+17
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Larecchio: the autumn loop

A golden loop scented with larches, high above Alagna.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Sant'Antonio, deep in Val Vogna, following the historic trail 201, once the "Via Regia" linking Valsesia to the Aosta Valley. We climb with the Guidders past walser hamlets, the charming Ponte Napoleonico and the tiny San Grato church, while the forest glows in gold and red. The final stretch gets steeper, but the view makes it worth every step: ahead of us opens the green bowl of Alpe Larecchio, 1895 m, ringed by larches and crossed by a clear stream. We close the loop descending along a different side, with the warm afternoon light lighting our way.

This trail follows the ancient Walser emigration route toward the Aosta Valley — real history under your boots, marked by CAI for over a century.

5 reasons to join - Alpe Larecchio, a postcard-perfect larch basin - autumn foliage setting all of Val Vogna on fire - the Ponte Napoleonico, a slice of history to cross - optional stop at the alpine farm for a bite (indicative hours) - a full loop hike, perfect for a day with friends

Who it's for Great for families and hikers of any level: one steeper stretch, never technical, on a well-marked trail throughout.

Come live Valsesia's golden autumn with us: book with the Guidders, we'll see you in Val Vogna!

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
700 m D+ · 13 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 700 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Qualified hiking guide
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Travel to Alagna Valsesia

Itinerary

Sunday · approximate times
Map
Stops · 13 km
Meeting point 9:30Return to Cà di Janzo
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30WATER
Departure from Cà di Janzo, Val Vogna
We meet up with the Guidders at Cà di Janzo, in Val Vogna (Alagna Valsesia, VC). The time is indicative and may change depending on the season: we'll let you know the exact time in the trip's Telegram group.
10:00WATER
Peccia and the ancient Via Regia
We climb steadily through the autumn forest, among golden larches, following the ancient route of the Via Regia towards Peccia, crossing the many Walser villages. The trail climbs steeply at times but is well marked, with the valley opening up beneath us at every step.
11:30WATER
Agriturismo Larecchio — Coffee Stop
We arrive at the grassy bowl of Alpe Larecchio, surrounded by golden larches and crossed by a stream full of fish. We stop for a coffee or a hot tea before our last look out over the heights.
12:30WATER
Alpe Larecchio — lunch break at altitude
We have lunch in the Larecchio basin, among larches glowing yellow and orange and the stream flowing gently through the meadows. A moment of celebration with the group, with Val Vogna stretched out below us.
15:30WATER
Return to Cà di Janzo
We descend along a different stretch of trail, through woods glowing with warm autumn colors, heading back to the cars at Cà di Janzo. Once the hike is done with the Guidders, we enjoy a cold beer or a coke together before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Alagna Valsesia? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this date
1 car with 2 free seats for this date.
With a Guiddy profile you can see where they leave from and who's looking for a ride.
Create a free profileAlready have a profile? Log in
1 car
2 free seats

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Sunday 15 November
Manuel M.
Manuel M.
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Manuel, a hiking and cycle touring guide from Piedmont. I know north-eastern Piedmont especially well, because I live it every day and have been out in it for thirty years: I lead groups here on treks, hikes and gravel rides, across the country I've always ridden and walked. My work brings together safety, technical preparation and attention to people: from the group's pace to the choice of route, from the weather to managing the kit. Those are the things you don't see, and they're the reason a day runs smoothly. Every outing is built to be genuine, calm and engaging, where the landscape turns into discovery and every step or pedal stroke means something. 🚴 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 700 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?
⌄
Ibex
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