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Autumn views at Lago Nero

Dronero, Cuneo · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 2,292 m
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Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Cuneo, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+17
Autumn views at Lago Nero
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Autumn at Lago Nero

An excursion that is much more than a path: it is a journey into the most authentic autumn, among golden larches, crystalline reflections and breathtaking views.

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

The experience

The route starts from Grange Selvest, among sparse woods and silent pastures. It gently climbs along a path that crosses open valleys and stony ground, while the crisp air and the first colors of the foliage accompany us upwards. Every step is a discovery: the bright yellow of the larches, the muffled silence of the mountain, the elegant profile of Rocca La Meja that approaches.

Then, suddenly, here is Lago Nero: nestled in a solitary basin at 2,246 meters, deep, still, mysterious. Its name does not lie: in autumn, the dark blue of its waters contrasts with the warm gold of the trees, offering one of the most evocative spectacles of the Cuneo Alps. In the background, Monviso appears like a distant guardian.

The path continues downhill, closing the loop through ancient granges and fiery larch forests, under a clear sky that seems drawn. Every curve offers a new glimpse, every step is an invitation to wonder.

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
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
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+
710 m D+ · 11 km · 6 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 6 h and 710 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
✕Mini crampons (on request)
✕Transport
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
710 m
Max altitude
2,292 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
6 h
Day
11 km · D+ 710 m · 6 h
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 8:15approximate
Piazza Capitano Aldo Beltricco 4, 12025 Dronero provincia di Cuneo, 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
08:15MEETING
Meet up for breakfast and to consolidate vehicles.
Meet in the Dronero town square. We'll grab a coffee or breakfast together and organize carpooling to the trailhead.
09:30PARKING
Hike departure from Grange Selvest
We begin our loop trail from Grange Selvest, hiking through a beautiful larch forest.
12:00LAKE
Nero Lake
Nestled in a basin at 2,246 meters, Black Lake (Lago Nero) is a true gem. In autumn, the deep blue of its waters creates a stunning contrast with the fiery orange of the larch trees, the azure sky, and the white of the first snow-dusted peaks, offering one of the most breathtaking panoramas in the Cuneo Alps.
15:00RETURN
Loop hike back to Grange Selvest
Return to the parking area with a scenic loop, surrounded by the vibrant colours of autumn.

How do you get to Dronero? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Guanti
REQUIRED
K-way
REQUIRED
Camera
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Elena A.
Elena A.
· 1 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, a licensed nature guide and tour leader. I'm 32 and I live in Sampeyre, in the province of Cuneo, in the land of Monviso. I'm passionate about mountains, sport and the outdoors in every form, and my aim is to show people the beauty of the places where I live — but above all to share and pass on what I feel when I'm out in nature. Those are two different things: the first you see, the second you feel. I also love travelling and everything travel involves: planning routes, studying and getting to know places, the inevitable discovery and the growth that comes with it. Come with me and you'll find someone who prepared the day beforehand, and then lives it with you. 🥾 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Francese
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 6 h with 710 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.
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Autumn views at Lago Nero

Autumn views at Lago Nero

Dronero, (CN) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 2,292 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
710 m
Max altitude
2,292 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+17
3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Autumn at Lago Nero

An excursion that is much more than a path: it is a journey into the most authentic autumn, among golden larches, crystalline reflections and breathtaking views.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The route starts from Grange Selvest, among sparse woods and silent pastures. It gently climbs along a path that crosses open valleys and stony ground, while the crisp air and the first colors of the foliage accompany us upwards. Every step is a discovery: the bright yellow of the larches, the muffled silence of the mountain, the elegant profile of Rocca La Meja that approaches.

Then, suddenly, here is Lago Nero: nestled in a solitary basin at 2,246 meters, deep, still, mysterious. Its name does not lie: in autumn, the dark blue of its waters contrasts with the warm gold of the trees, offering one of the most evocative spectacles of the Cuneo Alps. In the background, Monviso appears like a distant guardian.

The path continues downhill, closing the loop through ancient granges and fiery larch forests, under a clear sky that seems drawn. Every curve offers a new glimpse, every step is an invitation to wonder.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
710 m D+ · 11 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 710 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
✕Mini crampons (on request)
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 8:15Dronero
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:15MEETING
Meet up for breakfast and to consolidate vehicles.
Meet in the Dronero town square. We'll grab a coffee or breakfast together and organize carpooling to the trailhead.
09:30PARKING
Hike departure from Grange Selvest
We begin our loop trail from Grange Selvest, hiking through a beautiful larch forest.
12:00LAKE
Nero Lake
Nestled in a basin at 2,246 meters, Black Lake (Lago Nero) is a true gem. In autumn, the deep blue of its waters creates a stunning contrast with the fiery orange of the larch trees, the azure sky, and the white of the first snow-dusted peaks, offering one of the most breathtaking panoramas in the Cuneo Alps.
15:00RETURN
Loop hike back to Grange Selvest
Return to the parking area with a scenic loop, surrounded by the vibrant colours of autumn.

How do you get to Dronero? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Guanti
REQUIRED
K-way
REQUIRED
Camera
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Elena A.
Elena A.
1 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, a licensed nature guide and tour leader. I'm 32 and I live in Sampeyre, in the province of Cuneo, in the land of Monviso. I'm passionate about mountains, sport and the outdoors in every form, and my aim is to show people the beauty of the places where I live — but above all to share and pass on what I feel when I'm out in nature. Those are two different things: the first you see, the second you feel. I also love travelling and everything travel involves: planning routes, studying and getting to know places, the inevitable discovery and the growth that comes with it. Come with me and you'll find someone who prepared the day beforehand, and then lives it with you. 🥾 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 6 h with 710 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
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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