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Mount Garzirola and the San Lucio Refuge: A Panoramic Trek Between Italy and Switzerland in Val Cavargna

Cavargna, Como · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 2,116 m
Experience
Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Como, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+21
Mount Garzirola and the San Lucio Refuge: A Panoramic Trek Between Italy and Switzerland in Val Cavargna
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Garzirola and the San Lucio refuge

A summit on the border, with Lake Lugano below.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Cavargna and climb gradually through alpine pasture and wide panoramic ridges towards Monte Garzirola, a summit that commands the Lake Lugano area and the mountains between Como, Ticino and the Val Cavargna. From the top the view opens enormously, from the Lombard pre-Alps to the peaks of Canton Ticino. The return passes Rifugio San Lucio, right on the border, closing the loop at Cavargna.

5 reasons to come - the summit of Monte Garzirola, between Italy and Switzerland - Lake Lugano seen from above - Rifugio San Lucio, on the border crossing - the panoramic ridges of the Val Cavargna - a little-known area, far from the classic circuits

Who it suits A gradual climb on paths and ridges: normal mountain walking fitness is enough.

A side of the mountains almost nobody knows: come and find 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.
+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.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
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1,100 m D+ · 14 km · 6h30
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 6h30 and 1,100 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)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Cavargna
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,116 m
Distance
14 km
Duration
6h30
Day
14 km · D+ 1,100 m · 6h30
Map
The stops · 14 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Sentiero delle 4 Valli Vegna - Cavargna, 22010 Cavargna provincia di Como, 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
Cavargna Parking Area (Como Province)
We'll leave the cars near the parking area by Cavargna church.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Garzirola Mountain Hut
"A former Finance Guard barracks beautifully renovated into a mountain hut (open from late May to late October, weather permitting)."
11:30SUMMIT
Garzirola Peak
"Summit success! Conquer the peak for the day!"
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
San Lucio Mountain Hut
Let's tuck into a well-deserved lunch!
17:00RETURN
Cavargna Parking Area (Como Province)
Back to the trailhead.

How do you get to Cavargna? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Guanti
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Binoculars
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 6h30 with 1,100 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 Garzirola and the San Lucio Refuge: A Panoramic Trek Between Italy and Switzerland in Val Cavargna

Mount Garzirola and the San Lucio Refuge: A Panoramic Trek Between Italy and Switzerland in Val Cavargna

Cavargna, (CO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,116 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,116 m
Distance
14 km
Duration
6h30
Guiddy points
+21
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Garzirola and the San Lucio refuge

A summit on the border, with Lake Lugano below.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Cavargna and climb gradually through alpine pasture and wide panoramic ridges towards Monte Garzirola, a summit that commands the Lake Lugano area and the mountains between Como, Ticino and the Val Cavargna. From the top the view opens enormously, from the Lombard pre-Alps to the peaks of Canton Ticino. The return passes Rifugio San Lucio, right on the border, closing the loop at Cavargna.

5 reasons to come - the summit of Monte Garzirola, between Italy and Switzerland - Lake Lugano seen from above - Rifugio San Lucio, on the border crossing - the panoramic ridges of the Val Cavargna - a little-known area, far from the classic circuits

Who it suits A gradual climb on paths and ridges: normal mountain walking fitness is enough.

A side of the mountains almost nobody knows: come and find it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,100 m D+ · 14 km · 6h30
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 6h30 and 1,100 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)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Cavargna

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 14 km
Meeting point 8:30Cavargna
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Cavargna Parking Area (Como Province)
We'll leave the cars near the parking area by Cavargna church.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Garzirola Mountain Hut
"A former Finance Guard barracks beautifully renovated into a mountain hut (open from late May to late October, weather permitting)."
11:30SUMMIT
Garzirola Peak
"Summit success! Conquer the peak for the day!"
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
San Lucio Mountain Hut
Let's tuck into a well-deserved lunch!
17:00RETURN
Cavargna Parking Area (Como Province)
Back to the trailhead.

How do you get to Cavargna? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Guanti
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Binoculars
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 6h30 with 1,100 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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