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At the Foot of the Belvedere: The East Face of Monte Rosa

Centro Abitato Pecetto, provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 2,100 m
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Day hikes
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Where?
provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+17
At the Foot of the Belvedere: The East Face of Monte Rosa
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The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
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WHY THIS HIKE

The east face of Monte Rosa

An unforgettable excursion that will lead you step by step through larch woods, flowering alpine meadows, glacial moraines, and high-altitude pastures, telling you the history, geology, and biodiversity of this marvelous corner of the Ossola Valley.

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

The experience

From Macugnaga, the path climbs through the valley of the Anza stream, passing by roaring waterfalls and scenic bridges, until it reaches the evocative natural amphitheater where the Zamboni Zappa Refuge stands, at an altitude of 2,070 meters. Here, among marmots, eagles, and high-altitude flowers, you can enjoy a lunch with a breathtaking view of the spectacular Belvedere glacier, resting on the imposing slopes of Monte Rosa.

A perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature, discover the secrets of the territory, and experience the mountains with a slow and conscious pace. Ideal for those who love walking in good company, with the expert support of those who know and love these places.

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.
+17 Guiddy points
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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+
700 m D+ · 11 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 700 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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Transport
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
2,100 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
5 h
Day
11 km · D+ 700 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto, Centro Abitato Pecetto 214, 28876 Macugnaga provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, 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
09:30MEETING
Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto
Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto
10:00VILLAGE
Glacial Stream
A first glimpse of the raw power of nature
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Wengwald Hütte
Break at a mountain hut before continuing our adventure
11:00VIEWPOINT
Glacial Moraine
Crossing the First Moraine
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Zamboni Zappa Mountain Hut
Useful facility at the end of the trail
13:00VIEWPOINT
Second Moraine
Scenic viewpoint overlooking the glacier, where we'll stop for lunch
16:00RETURN
Return hike
Return to the parking area via the same trail

How do you get to Centro Abitato Pecetto? 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
Long pants
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Snack
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
· 33 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Tedesco
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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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 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?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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At the Foot of the Belvedere: The East Face of Monte Rosa

At the Foot of the Belvedere: The East Face of Monte Rosa

Centro Abitato Pecetto, Macugnaga (VB) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 2,100 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
700 m
Max altitude
2,100 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+17
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The east face of Monte Rosa

An unforgettable excursion that will lead you step by step through larch woods, flowering alpine meadows, glacial moraines, and high-altitude pastures, telling you the history, geology, and biodiversity of this marvelous corner of the Ossola Valley.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

From Macugnaga, the path climbs through the valley of the Anza stream, passing by roaring waterfalls and scenic bridges, until it reaches the evocative natural amphitheater where the Zamboni Zappa Refuge stands, at an altitude of 2,070 meters. Here, among marmots, eagles, and high-altitude flowers, you can enjoy a lunch with a breathtaking view of the spectacular Belvedere glacier, resting on the imposing slopes of Monte Rosa.

A perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature, discover the secrets of the territory, and experience the mountains with a slow and conscious pace. Ideal for those who love walking in good company, with the expert support of those who know and love these places.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
700 m D+ · 11 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
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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30MEETING
Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto
Meeting point - cable car parking in Pecetto
10:00VILLAGE
Glacial Stream
A first glimpse of the raw power of nature
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Wengwald Hütte
Break at a mountain hut before continuing our adventure
11:00VIEWPOINT
Glacial Moraine
Crossing the First Moraine
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Zamboni Zappa Mountain Hut
Useful facility at the end of the trail
13:00VIEWPOINT
Second Moraine
Scenic viewpoint overlooking the glacier, where we'll stop for lunch
16:00RETURN
Return hike
Return to the parking area via the same trail

How do you get to Centro Abitato Pecetto? 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
Long pants
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Snack
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
33 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. 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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