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Mount Cadelle and the Porcile Lakes: A Val Tartano Circuit

Tartano, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 2,483 m
Experience
Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+21
Mount Cadelle and the Porcile Lakes: A Val Tartano Circuit
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Cadelle and the Porcile lakes

A wild loop in the Val Tartano, with the lakes halfway.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Tartano and climb through woods and isolated pastures to the Porcile tarns, then to the Passo di Porcile, where the landscape opens out. From there we gain the summit of Monte Cadelle, with the view widening across the Valtellina Orobie and the Val Brembana. The return passes the tarns again, which look quite different in the afternoon light. Rarely walked paths, lonely valleys, landscapes that change step by step.

5 reasons to come - the Porcile tarns, twice in one day - the summit of Monte Cadelle and its view - the Passo di Porcile, where everything opens up - lonely valleys and little-walked paths - the divide between the Valtellina Orobie and the Val Brembana

Who it suits Serious height gain and little-walked paths: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

A complete experience, not just a walk: come 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.
+21 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+
1,150 m D+ · 11 km · 6 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 6 h and 1,150 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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Packed lunch
✕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
1,150 m
Max altitude
2,483 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
6 h
Day
11 km · D+ 1,150 m · 6 h
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Via Arale 2, 23010 Tartano 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
08:30PARKING
Departure
We'll leave our cars at Arale in Val Lunga. From here, we'll pick up our trail, which initially follows the valley floor, gradually ascending to the beautiful Porcile Lakes at an altitude of 2050m.
09:30VIEWPOINT
"Porcile Lakes Hike" or "Discover the Stunning Porcile Lakes" or "Trekking to the Beautiful Porcile Lakes"
The Porcile Lakes are a trio of stunning alpine lakes, nestled close to each other. The highest sits at 2095 meters and leads the way to the Porcile Pass.
10:00PASS
"Porcile Pass" or "Hike the Porcile Pass"
We'll quickly reach the mountain pass and from there, we'll follow the same trail that comes from Foppolo to reach the summit.
10:30MEETING
Summit of Mount Cadelle
We reach the summit of Monte Cadelle at 2483 meters (8146 feet). From here, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before us, stretching from the Val Brembana to the Valtellina Valley.
12:00VIEWPOINT
Returning via the lakes OR We'll hike back via the lakes. OR The return journey takes us past stunning lakes. OR Our route back passes breathtaking lakes.
We'll begin our descent and stop at the Porcile Lakes for a well-deserved lunch break. From here, we'll complete a loop that, passing near the Tartano Pass, will lead us to Arale.
15:00RETURN
Back to the cars
We reach the cars late in the afternoon after a fantastic loop hike in Valle Lunga.

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
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
First aid kit
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

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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 6 h with 1,150 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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Mount Cadelle and the Porcile Lakes: A Val Tartano Circuit

Mount Cadelle and the Porcile Lakes: A Val Tartano Circuit

Tartano, (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,483 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,150 m
Max altitude
2,483 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+21
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Cadelle and the Porcile lakes

A wild loop in the Val Tartano, with the lakes halfway.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Tartano and climb through woods and isolated pastures to the Porcile tarns, then to the Passo di Porcile, where the landscape opens out. From there we gain the summit of Monte Cadelle, with the view widening across the Valtellina Orobie and the Val Brembana. The return passes the tarns again, which look quite different in the afternoon light. Rarely walked paths, lonely valleys, landscapes that change step by step.

5 reasons to come - the Porcile tarns, twice in one day - the summit of Monte Cadelle and its view - the Passo di Porcile, where everything opens up - lonely valleys and little-walked paths - the divide between the Valtellina Orobie and the Val Brembana

Who it suits Serious height gain and little-walked paths: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

A complete experience, not just a walk: come with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,150 m D+ · 11 km · 6 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 6 h and 1,150 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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Tartano

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 8:30Tartano
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Departure
We'll leave our cars at Arale in Val Lunga. From here, we'll pick up our trail, which initially follows the valley floor, gradually ascending to the beautiful Porcile Lakes at an altitude of 2050m.
09:30VIEWPOINT
"Porcile Lakes Hike" or "Discover the Stunning Porcile Lakes" or "Trekking to the Beautiful Porcile Lakes"
The Porcile Lakes are a trio of stunning alpine lakes, nestled close to each other. The highest sits at 2095 meters and leads the way to the Porcile Pass.
10:00PASS
"Porcile Pass" or "Hike the Porcile Pass"
We'll quickly reach the mountain pass and from there, we'll follow the same trail that comes from Foppolo to reach the summit.
10:30MEETING
Summit of Mount Cadelle
We reach the summit of Monte Cadelle at 2483 meters (8146 feet). From here, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before us, stretching from the Val Brembana to the Valtellina Valley.
12:00VIEWPOINT
Returning via the lakes OR We'll hike back via the lakes. OR The return journey takes us past stunning lakes. OR Our route back passes breathtaking lakes.
We'll begin our descent and stop at the Porcile Lakes for a well-deserved lunch break. From here, we'll complete a loop that, passing near the Tartano Pass, will lead us to Arale.
15:00RETURN
Back to the cars
We reach the cars late in the afternoon after a fantastic loop hike in Valle Lunga.

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
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
First aid kit
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
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 6 h with 1,150 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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