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Lake Palü: Valmalenco's Sparkling Jewel

Localita' San Giuseppe, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 2,000 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+15
Lake Palü: Valmalenco's Sparkling Jewel
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Palù, Valmalenco's jewel

One of the finest swimmable lakes in the Valmalenco.

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

The experience

Lago Palù is easy to reach but has a rare gift: it makes you feel far from everything. We walk with the Guidders through silent woods where the air smells of resin, up to the turquoise water that mirrors the trees: an alpine lake you can swim in, with the mountains in view. Waiting for us is Rifugio Palù, warm and welcoming, perfect for a proper break.

5 reasons to come - a swim in Lago Palù, with the mountains in view - Rifugio Palù, which feels like home - the silent woods of the Valmalenco - turquoise water mirroring the trees - a place that makes you feel far away while being close

Who it suits A gentle climb on a well-marked path: fine even if you do not walk much.

The gem of the Valmalenco: come and see 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
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+15 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
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
500 m D+ · 10 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 500 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. 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
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Localita' San Giuseppe
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
500 m
Max altitude
2,000 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5 h
Day
10 km · D+ 500 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Partenza escursione, Localita' San Giuseppe 282, 23023 Chiesa in Valmalenco provincia di Sondrio, 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
Hike Start
Our hike begins from Prati Pedrana (SO), where our adventure gets underway!
12:00LAKE
Reaching Lake Palü
Having reached Lake Palù, we'll begin our hike around the lake.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Palù Mountain Hut
After a few quick pit stops, we'll break for lunch at Rifugio Palù.
14:30RETURN
Back to the trailhead
Return to the cars via the same trail we hiked in.

How do you get to Localita' San Giuseppe? 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.

Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Swimsuit
REQUIRED
Beach towel
REQUIRED

Reviews

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 500 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?
⌄
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Lake Palü: Valmalenco's Sparkling Jewel

Lake Palü: Valmalenco's Sparkling Jewel

Localita' San Giuseppe, Chiesa in Valmalenco (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,000 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
500 m
Max altitude
2,000 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+15
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Palù, Valmalenco's jewel

One of the finest swimmable lakes in the Valmalenco.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Lago Palù is easy to reach but has a rare gift: it makes you feel far from everything. We walk with the Guidders through silent woods where the air smells of resin, up to the turquoise water that mirrors the trees: an alpine lake you can swim in, with the mountains in view. Waiting for us is Rifugio Palù, warm and welcoming, perfect for a proper break.

5 reasons to come - a swim in Lago Palù, with the mountains in view - Rifugio Palù, which feels like home - the silent woods of the Valmalenco - turquoise water mirroring the trees - a place that makes you feel far away while being close

Who it suits A gentle climb on a well-marked path: fine even if you do not walk much.

The gem of the Valmalenco: come and see it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
500 m D+ · 10 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 500 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. 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)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Localita' San Giuseppe

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:30Partenza escursione
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30MEETING
Hike Start
Our hike begins from Prati Pedrana (SO), where our adventure gets underway!
12:00LAKE
Reaching Lake Palü
Having reached Lake Palù, we'll begin our hike around the lake.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Palù Mountain Hut
After a few quick pit stops, we'll break for lunch at Rifugio Palù.
14:30RETURN
Back to the trailhead
Return to the cars via the same trail we hiked in.

How do you get to Localita' San Giuseppe? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Swimsuit
REQUIRED
Beach towel
REQUIRED

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?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 500 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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