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Hike to Pizzo Zerna from Pagliari: a wild trekking adventure through Val Sambuzza, with waterfalls and alpine lakes

Pagliari, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 2,545 m
Experience
Day hikes
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DIFFICULT PLUS
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+26
Hike to Pizzo Zerna from Pagliari: a wild trekking adventure through Val Sambuzza, with waterfalls and alpine lakes
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Overview
The experience
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What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
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WHY THIS HIKE

Pizzo Zerna, a panoramic balcony

A waterfall, three lakes and a summit few people walk.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Pagliari, above Carona, and enter the Val Sambuzza: mountain barns, the valley's waterfall, the Baitone and then the still water of the Caldirolo lakes and Lago di Varobbio. We climb an alpine path to Passo Publino and from there to the summit of Pizzo Zerna, through pasture, scree and steep high ground. The joy of it is how the landscape keeps changing pace: valley floor to barns, waterfalls to glacial basins, up to the final ridge where the view opens onto the Orobie, the lakes and the border crests.

5 reasons to come - a real summit, and a quiet one - the Val Sambuzza waterfall - the Caldirolo lakes and Lago di Varobbio in the same day - Passo Publino, on the divide between valleys - a varied path, technical just enough

Who it suits A long, demanding day: you need good fitness, a sure step and to be used to loose ground.

The Val Sambuzza stays with you: come and walk it with the Guidders.

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 13 October, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+26 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 PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,650 m D+ · 15 km · 9 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 9 h and 1,650 m of ascent ahead, you need serious preparation: legs, lungs and being used to altitude
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter; your guide will explain crampons, ice axe and harness. 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)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Pagliari
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,650 m
Max altitude
2,545 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
9 h
Saturday
17 Oct
15 km · D+ 1,650 m · 9 h
Map
The stops · 15 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Carona, provincia di Bergamo, 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
08:30PARKING
Departure from Pagliari
Leave your car in the parking areas in Carona (Bergamo), near the hamlet of Pagliari.
11:30LAKE
Sambuzza Valley Lake
We climb to an altitude of 2,150 metres and find ourselves in the heart of the Val Sambuzza. Here we come across the first lake that bears the valley’s name.
12:30PASS
Publino Pass
Passing the Pedrinelli Bivouac, we climb to Publino Pass at an altitude of 2,368 metres.
13:00SUMMIT
Pizzo Zerna
Once you reach the summit of Pizzo Zerna, the sense of achievement is truly rewarding. Here, we’ll enjoy our packed lunch.
16:30RETURN
Return to the cars
We head back to the cars.

How do you get to Pagliari? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED

Guiddy Experience

Saturday 17 October
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Ibex
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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 9 h with 1,650 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 (for this date: 13 October, 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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Hike to Pizzo Zerna from Pagliari: a wild trekking adventure through Val Sambuzza, with waterfalls and alpine lakes

Hike to Pizzo Zerna from Pagliari: a wild trekking adventure through Val Sambuzza, with waterfalls and alpine lakes

Pagliari, Carona (BG) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,545 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,650 m
Max altitude
2,545 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
9 h
Guiddy points
+26
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Pizzo Zerna, a panoramic balcony

A waterfall, three lakes and a summit few people walk.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Pagliari, above Carona, and enter the Val Sambuzza: mountain barns, the valley's waterfall, the Baitone and then the still water of the Caldirolo lakes and Lago di Varobbio. We climb an alpine path to Passo Publino and from there to the summit of Pizzo Zerna, through pasture, scree and steep high ground. The joy of it is how the landscape keeps changing pace: valley floor to barns, waterfalls to glacial basins, up to the final ridge where the view opens onto the Orobie, the lakes and the border crests.

5 reasons to come - a real summit, and a quiet one - the Val Sambuzza waterfall - the Caldirolo lakes and Lago di Varobbio in the same day - Passo Publino, on the divide between valleys - a varied path, technical just enough

Who it suits A long, demanding day: you need good fitness, a sure step and to be used to loose ground.

The Val Sambuzza stays with you: come and walk it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
DIFFICULT PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,650 m D+ · 15 km · 9 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 9 h and 1,650 m of ascent ahead, you need serious preparation: legs, lungs and being used to altitude
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter; your guide will explain crampons, ice axe and harness. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Pagliari

Itinerary

Saturday · approximate times
Map
Stops · 15 km
Meeting point 8:30Pagliari
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Departure from Pagliari
Leave your car in the parking areas in Carona (Bergamo), near the hamlet of Pagliari.
11:30LAKE
Sambuzza Valley Lake
We climb to an altitude of 2,150 metres and find ourselves in the heart of the Val Sambuzza. Here we come across the first lake that bears the valley’s name.
12:30PASS
Publino Pass
Passing the Pedrinelli Bivouac, we climb to Publino Pass at an altitude of 2,368 metres.
13:00SUMMIT
Pizzo Zerna
Once you reach the summit of Pizzo Zerna, the sense of achievement is truly rewarding. Here, we’ll enjoy our packed lunch.
16:30RETURN
Return to the cars
We head back to the cars.

How do you get to Pagliari? By carpooling.

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

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED

Guiddy Experience

Saturday 17 October
RoadTo4000
Hikes picked for you

Guides and coordinators we pick for you.

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 9 h with 1,650 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 →
Sat 17 Oct
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