Monte Grona: three lakes from Breglia above Menaggio
Breglia, Como · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 1,736 m
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Where?
Como, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
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WHY THIS HIKE
Three lakes from a single summit
From the top of Monte Grona, at 1,736 metres, you get one of the finest views in the Lepontine Alps. It spans every direction and takes in three lakes at once: Como, Lugano and Piano.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
All around you can pick out some of the best-known peaks in the area — Monte Bregagno, Pizzo di Gino, the Legnone, the Grigne and the Corni di Canzo — and on clear days the view reaches the highest summits of the Alps. We start from Breglia, above Plesio, and climb past Rifugio Menaggio, where we stop before the final stretch.
It is 10 kilometres and 900 metres of ascent over six hours: a steady climb that grants few breaks, but the summit view repays every metre.
This is an intermediate hike: 900 metres of ascent in six hours, with a continuous climb and some steep sections higher up, but no equipped passages. Bring boots with a good sole, water and a windproof jacket.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb the Grona.
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.
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 PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 10 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.
Intermediate
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 — this outing
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.
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, you need regular training, it's a pace to keep up for hours
✓
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 accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Breglia
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
1,736 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
6 h
Saturday
7 Nov
10 km · D+ 900 m · 6 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Breglia, Plesio, provincia di Como, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking, buy the ticket before you arrive
€3 per day for the road to Monti di Breglia: buy the ticket beforehand at the machine near the cemetery, card payment only.
We meet the Guidders in Breglia, part of Plesio (CO), above Menaggio, where we leave the cars and the climb begins. Introductions, a backpack check and off we go. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Menaggio
We climb to Rifugio Menaggio, set below the walls of the Grona. This is the midday stop: a drink, a breather, and a look at Lake Como starting to open up below us.
C
12:00SUMMIT
On the summit of Monte Grona (1,736 m)
The final stretch takes us to the top of Monte Grona. From here Lake Como, Lake Lugano and Lake Piano are all in view, with the Bregagno, Pizzo di Gino, the Legnone and the Grigne completing the horizon. A long stop for photos and lunch.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Breglia
We descend the way we came, the lake in front of us all the way down. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Breglia? 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.
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Windproof
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy Experience
Saturday 7 November
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5.0
★★★★★★★★★★
4 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
Stefano C.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Altra giornata imperdibile con Guiddy!
Ormai abituati a servizio top: Location, organizzazione e compagnia....what else
arianna G.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissimo il giro ad anello. Sfidante il ritorno in direttissima, ma da fare perché meritava e il panorama ha ripagato. Sempre con attenzione e un sacco di risate siamo scesi tutti insieme aspettandoci e aiutandoci. Sempre il migliore Guiddy! ♥️
Roberta A.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Luca A.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
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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Monte Grona: three lakes from Breglia above Menaggio
Breglia, Plesio (CO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,736 m
26 Guidders have already done it
Elevation gain
900 m
Max altitude
1,736 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+19
▣ 8 photos
+4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
Three lakes from a single summit
From the top of Monte Grona, at 1,736 metres, you get one of the finest views in the Lepontine Alps. It spans every direction and takes in three lakes at once: Como, Lugano and Piano.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
All around you can pick out some of the best-known peaks in the area — Monte Bregagno, Pizzo di Gino, the Legnone, the Grigne and the Corni di Canzo — and on clear days the view reaches the highest summits of the Alps. We start from Breglia, above Plesio, and climb past Rifugio Menaggio, where we stop before the final stretch.
It is 10 kilometres and 900 metres of ascent over six hours: a steady climb that grants few breaks, but the summit view repays every metre.
This is an intermediate hike: 900 metres of ascent in six hours, with a continuous climb and some steep sections higher up, but no equipped passages. Bring boots with a good sole, water and a windproof jacket.
Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb the Grona.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 10 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.
Intermediate
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 — this outing
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.
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, you need regular training, it's a pace to keep up for hours
✓
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
INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Breglia
Itinerary
Saturday · approximate times
Explore the map
4 stops
Meeting point 9:00Breglia
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking, buy the ticket before you arrive
€3 per day for the road to Monti di Breglia: buy the ticket beforehand at the machine near the cemetery, card payment only.
We meet the Guidders in Breglia, part of Plesio (CO), above Menaggio, where we leave the cars and the climb begins. Introductions, a backpack check and off we go. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Menaggio
We climb to Rifugio Menaggio, set below the walls of the Grona. This is the midday stop: a drink, a breather, and a look at Lake Como starting to open up below us.
C
12:00SUMMIT
On the summit of Monte Grona (1,736 m)
The final stretch takes us to the top of Monte Grona. From here Lake Como, Lake Lugano and Lake Piano are all in view, with the Bregagno, Pizzo di Gino, the Legnone and the Grigne completing the horizon. A long stop for photos and lunch.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Breglia
We descend the way we came, the lake in front of us all the way down. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Breglia? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this 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.
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Windproof
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy Experience
Saturday 7 November
Hikes picked for you
Guides and coordinators we pick for you.
Who joins
What the groups on the latest departures were like.
Most people come on their own
All ages
Mixed groups, women and men
Many come back with Guiddy
Reviews
Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
★★★★★★★★★★
4 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
Stefano C.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Altra giornata imperdibile con Guiddy!
Ormai abituati a servizio top: Location, organizzazione e compagnia....what else
arianna G.
Outing on 6 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissimo il giro ad anello. Sfidante il ritorno in direttissima, ma da fare perché meritava e il panorama ha ripagato. Sempre con attenzione e un sacco di risate siamo scesi tutti insieme aspettandoci e aiutandoci. Sempre il migliore Guiddy! ♥️
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.
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