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Snowshoeing at San Simone: from Rifugio Camoscio to Passo San Simone in upper Val Brembana
San Simone, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Sunday•Hiking · 2,106 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+14
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
The San Simone basin under the snow
San Simone, above Valleve in upper Val Brembana, turns into a wide, silent white basin in winter, a stone's throw from Foppolo. It is the perfect place to put on snowshoes and feel fresh snow under your feet, with the Orobie all around.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
With the Guidders we start from the San Simone car park and climb gently to Rifugio Camoscio, then to Passo San Simone, the highest point of the day, with views over the Bergamo Orobie. The descent through soft snow is the most fun part: it feels like floating. We finish at Rifugio Scoiattolo, with a hot lunch for anyone who wants it.
It is an easy snowshoe walk, fine even if it is your first time on snowshoes. You need waterproof boots, gaiters, layers, gloves and a hat. Snowshoes can be rented. Lunch at the hut is optional.
Come with the Guidders: the magic of winter in upper Val Brembana.
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 23 December, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+14 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
EASY
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D+
406 m D+ · 5 km · 5 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
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BEFORE YOU GO
Dress in layers and set off in daylight: on snow you sweat going up and freeze at the stops. If you've never snowshoed, no experience needed, just legs for a long walk and an easy pace
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
Snowshoes and poles: if you don't have them, write to us before booking. Waterproof boots, gaiters, gloves plus a spare pair, a beanie, sunglasses, a hot thermos and a snack. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to San Simone
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
406 m
Max altitude
2,106 m
Distance
5 km
Duration
5 h
Sunday
27 Dec
5 km · D+ 406 m · 5 h
Apple MapsA
09:00PARKING
San Simone in Valleve (Bergamo): Your Gateway to Adventure
We meet the Guidders at the San Simone car park, near Rifugio Scoiattolo: snowshoes on and off we go.
B
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Camoscio Mountain Hut
We climb gently through the basin to Rifugio Camoscio, with the Orobie rising behind the white slopes.
C
11:30PASS
San Simone Pass (2,106m)
At Passo San Simone, the highest point of the day: views over the Bergamo Orobie and a group photo.
D
12:00VIEWPOINT
Descending to the Camoscio Refuge
The descent through fresh snow: on snowshoes it feels like floating.
E
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Reaching the Camoscio mountain hut
We get back to Rifugio Camoscio and head down towards San Simone.
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12:45RETURN
"Rifugio Scoiattolo: Your Mountain Getaway"
A hot lunch at Rifugio Scoiattolo for anyone who wants it, all together at the table.
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14:30RETURN
Goodbyes at San Simone
Goodbyes and a toast with the Guidders at the San Simone car park.
How do you get to San Simone? 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
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.
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Snowshoes
REQUIRED
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Windproof
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Waterproof gloves
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Guiddy Experience
Sunday 27 December
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 406 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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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 (for this date: 23 December, 23:59)
✓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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