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Porcile Lakes and Dordona Mountain Hut

Tartano, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 2,332 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+22
Porcile Lakes and Dordona Mountain Hut
Community photos
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Porcile Lakes and Dordona Hut

Two alpine lakes and a hut on the divide between valleys.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Fusine, in the Val Tartano, and climb in earnest through pastures, scree and high valley country to the Laghi di Porcile, set among the Valtellina Orobie. From there we reach Rifugio Dordona, in a position that holds two worlds together: the Val Tartano on one side, the Val Madre on the other, with views of peaks and glacial basins. It is a day that brings together water, altitude and border history, with the hut as a solid, welcoming objective.

5 reasons to come - the Laghi di Porcile, genuinely alpine - Rifugio Dordona, between two different valleys - the crossing from Val Tartano into Val Madre - the glacial basins of the Valtellina Orobie - a rewarding climb you feel in your legs

Who it suits Sustained gradients, uneven ground and some hard work uphill: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

The real Val Tartano: 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
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+22 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
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,250 m D+ · 12 km · 7 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 7 h and 1,250 m of ascent ahead, you need regular training, it's a pace to keep up for hours
✓
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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Tartano
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,250 m
Max altitude
2,332 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Day
12 km · D+ 1,250 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
. 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 Val Lunga
The route starts in Val Lunga, in Tartano (Sondrio), following the trail that leads up the valley.
10:00VIEWPOINT
Towards Porcile Lakes
We arrive at the Porcile Lakes. The landscape becomes more alpine, with sections of rocky terrain and beautiful views over the surrounding valleys.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Dordona Mountain Hut
Reach Dordona Mountain Hut, the perfect spot for a lunch break. From here, sweeping views open up over the valleys and peaks of the Orobie Alps, in a setting that captures the true spirit of alpine hiking.
15:00RETURN
Return to the cars
We return to the cars

How do you get to Tartano? 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
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

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Organisation—
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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 7 h with 1,250 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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✓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
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Porcile Lakes and Dordona Mountain Hut

Porcile Lakes and Dordona Mountain Hut

Tartano, (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,332 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,250 m
Max altitude
2,332 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+22
3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Porcile Lakes and Dordona Hut

Two alpine lakes and a hut on the divide between valleys.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Fusine, in the Val Tartano, and climb in earnest through pastures, scree and high valley country to the Laghi di Porcile, set among the Valtellina Orobie. From there we reach Rifugio Dordona, in a position that holds two worlds together: the Val Tartano on one side, the Val Madre on the other, with views of peaks and glacial basins. It is a day that brings together water, altitude and border history, with the hut as a solid, welcoming objective.

5 reasons to come - the Laghi di Porcile, genuinely alpine - Rifugio Dordona, between two different valleys - the crossing from Val Tartano into Val Madre - the glacial basins of the Valtellina Orobie - a rewarding climb you feel in your legs

Who it suits Sustained gradients, uneven ground and some hard work uphill: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

The real Val Tartano: come and walk it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,250 m D+ · 12 km · 7 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 7 h and 1,250 m of ascent ahead, you need regular training, it's a pace to keep up for hours
✓
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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Tartano

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30Tartano
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Departure from Val Lunga
The route starts in Val Lunga, in Tartano (Sondrio), following the trail that leads up the valley.
10:00VIEWPOINT
Towards Porcile Lakes
We arrive at the Porcile Lakes. The landscape becomes more alpine, with sections of rocky terrain and beautiful views over the surrounding valleys.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Dordona Mountain Hut
Reach Dordona Mountain Hut, the perfect spot for a lunch break. From here, sweeping views open up over the valleys and peaks of the Orobie Alps, in a setting that captures the true spirit of alpine hiking.
15:00RETURN
Return to the cars
We return to the cars

How do you get to Tartano? 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
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED

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 7 h with 1,250 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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