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Monte Alto in autumn: from Ceratello to Rifugio Magnolini, with Lake Iseo and colourful woods
Ceratello, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 1,727 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
The balcony over Lake Iseo in autumn colours
Monte Alto is one of the most open summits of the Alto Sebino: from the top, Lake Iseo with Monte Isola in the middle, Valle Camonica and the Orobie all around. Autumn is the best time to climb it: the clear air carries the eye far, the woods along the climb turn yellow and copper and the grassy ridges go blond.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
With the Guidders we start from Ceratello, the mountain village above Lovere, and climb through woods, pastures and panoramic ridges to the summit. On the way back we stop at Rifugio Magnolini for lunch, with the lake always in sight.
It is an intermediate hike: a steady climb on paths and ridges, with no technical difficulties, for anyone used to walking. In autumn it is windy on the ridge: bring boots, a windproof shell and a warm layer. Lunch at the hut is not included.
Come with the Guidders: open views from the first step to the last, in autumn colours.
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 3 November, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Recommended age 30–50
It's not a rule: it just tells you what kind of group to expect. You can still sign up if you're outside this range.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+19 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.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
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I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 12 km · 6 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
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 6 h and 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter, 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)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Ceratello
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
900 m
Max altitude
1,727 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
6 h
Saturday
7 Nov
12 km · D+ 900 m · 6 h
Apple MapsA
09:30MEETING
Meeting point: Ceratello (Bergamo)
We meet the Guidders in Ceratello (BG), the mountain village above Lovere, where we leave the cars and take the path into the woods. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
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12:00SUMMIT
"Mount Alto" OR "Alto Peak" (depending on what sounds better and more common in English for that specific mountain range)
We climb through woods, pastures and grassy ridges to the summit of Monte Alto: Lake Iseo with Monte Isola in the middle, Valle Camonica and the Orobie all around.
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12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Magnolini Mountain Hut
We go down to Rifugio Magnolini for lunch: a hot dish at the table or a packed lunch on the meadows around.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to the trailhead.
We get back to the cars in Ceratello with the afternoon light on the lake, and take time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Ceratello? 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.
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What to bring
A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Visor hat
RECOMMENDED
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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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 900 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: 3 November, 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
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