Difficulty: Intermediate, 900 m of elevation gain, 12 km, highest point 1727 m.

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Mount Alto from Ceratello: A Loop Trek on Lake Iseo with Lunch at Rifugio Magnolini

Q: What does the price include?

Included: Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included) and Guiddy accident insurance. Not included: Packed lunch or lunch at the hut, Car pooling among participants and Parking.

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

Mount Alto from Ceratello: A Loop Trek on Lake Iseo with Lunch at Rifugio Magnolini

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Overview

The experience

Difficulty

What's included

Itinerary

Carpooling

What to bring

Guiddy Experience

Reviews

Questions

WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Alto in winter over Lake Iseo

A winter loop with Lake Iseo always below.

Group chat a couple of days before

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Ceratello, just above Lovere: a small mountain gem suspended between lake and peaks. The path runs through woods and pastures, with the quiet typical of winter and a privileged outlook over Lake Iseo below. As we climb the view opens out to the summit of Monte Alto, and on the way back we stop at Rifugio Magnolini for lunch, the most sociable moment of the day.

5 reasons to come - Lake Iseo seen from above, in winter - the summit of Monte Alto - lunch at Rifugio Magnolini - the village of Ceratello, suspended between lake and mountain - a complete loop, returning by a different line

Who it suits A winter loop on paths and pastures: proper kit and normal walking fitness are needed.

Nature, views and good company: come and put them together 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 24 November, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.

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.

Not suitable for dogs

This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale

INTERMEDIATE

F+

I+

D+

900 m D+ · 12 km · 6 h

Easy

Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.

Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.

Easy Plus

A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.

Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.

Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!

Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.

Intermediate Plus

When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers

Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths

Difficult

Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.

Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.

Difficult Plus

Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.

Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.

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 6 h and 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough

✓

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

✕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

28 Nov

12 km · D+ 900 m · 6 h

The stops · 12 km

Meeting point 9:30approximate

Costa Volpino, 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

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09:30MEETING

Meeting point: Ceratello (Bergamo)

Car Park

12:00SUMMIT

"Mount Alto" OR "Alto Peak" (depending on what sounds better and more common in English for that specific mountain range)

Summit of the Day

12:30MOUNTAIN HUT

Magnolini Mountain Hut

Lunch at the Magnolini Refuge OR Lunch stop at the Magnolini Refuge OR Enjoy lunch at the Magnolini Refuge

15:00RETURN

Back to the trailhead.

End of Hike

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.

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 boots

REQUIRED

Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)

REQUIRED

Backpack

REQUIRED

Food supply

REQUIRED

Water supply

REQUIRED

Trekking poles

RECOMMENDED

Heavy headgear

RECOMMENDED

Warm gloves

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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Mount Alto from Ceratello: A Loop Trek on Lake Iseo with Lunch at Rifugio Magnolini

Ceratello, Costa Volpino (BG) · Lombardia

1 day · Hiking · 1,727 m

27 Guidders have already done it

Elevation gain

900 m

Max altitude

1,727 m

Distance

12 km

Exposed sections

None

Duration

6 h

Guiddy points

+19

2 photos

WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Alto in winter over Lake Iseo

A winter loop with Lake Iseo always below.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Who it suits A winter loop on paths and pastures: proper kit and normal walking fitness are needed.

Nature, views and good company: come and put them together with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale

INTERMEDIATE

F+

I+

D+

900 m D+ · 12 km · 6 h

Easy

Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.

Easy Plus

A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.

Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.

Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.

Intermediate Plus

Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths

Difficult

Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.

Difficult Plus

Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.

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 6 h and 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough

✓

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