Autumn Hike to Monte Losetta 3054m: Valle Varaita, Pontechianale (CN)
Pontechianale, Cuneo · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 3,054 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Cuneo, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+24
Community photos
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
On Monte Losetta in Valle Varaita
A three-thousander to climb in autumn? Yes, and it's worth every single step. Monte Losetta, 3054 m, awaits you in Valle Varaita, amid the warm colors of the forest and the crisp air of high altitude.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We set off from Fraz. Castello, Pontechianale (CN), for a route of 19 km and 1450 m of positive elevation gain, designed for trained legs. We climb through the Vallanta Valley, under clear skies and golden light that ignites every shade of the foliage. At the summit, Monviso appears so close it seems within reach: an aerial panorama that stays with you forever.
Why join us: - Experience autumn at altitude, when the mountain is even more beautiful - A three-thousander within reach of those who truly love hiking - Unforgettable views of Monviso - Become part of a community of people who experience the mountains this way
The Guidders are waiting for you: book your spot and come discover Losetta with us.
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.
+24 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,450 m D+ · 19 km · 9 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.
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
The trail is never exposed. A few rocky stretches, no airy sections.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Escursioni pregresse
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Allenamento
What's included in the price
✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Pontechianale
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
1,450 m
Max altitude
3,054 m
Distance
19 km
Duration
9 h
Day
19 km · D+ 1,450 m · 9 h
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Return to the cars in Pontechianale, Sp105, 12020 Pontechianale provincia di Cuneo, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet up with the Guidders along the SP105 in Pontechianale (CN), near Rifugio Alevè, in the early autumn light of the Bosco dell'Alevè. The start time is indicative: the exact one will be shared in the event's Telegram group.
B
13:00LUNCH
Highest point and lunch break
After conquering the summit, we'll have lunch with a breathtaking view of Monviso.
C
17:30RETURN
Return to the cars in Pontechianale
We descend through the coloured woods back to the starting car park, escorted by the golden afternoon light. With the hike done, we the Guidders enjoy a cold beer together before heading home.
How do you get to Pontechianale? 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
Gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trail running shoes
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
Snacks
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
Giorgia B.
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.
Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Giorgia, an environmental hiking guide, raised between the Tanaro Valley and the Ligurian Alps: mountains looking out over the sea, which I've always carried with me. There's another special place for me too, the Varaita Valley, where the Stone King dominates the horizon and every trail tells old stories among incredible landscapes and summits worth living. Walking and running in the mountains means discovery for me: I love exploring new trails and sharing the wonder of nature with the people I guide, because every experience is better when you live it with someone. Before being a guide I'm a curious soul, in love with the land that raised me. You'll find me with a backpack on, a ready smile and an appetite for listening to the wind in the rocks and the silence of the woods. When the mountains call, I answer with a smile (and poles). 🥾⛰️ See you in the mountains, Guidders!
We only ask for feedback 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 9 h with 1,450 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
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
Still have questions? Ask Ibex
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Hi, I'm Ibex. Ask me anything about this outing: level, what to bring, meeting point, car pooling, payment.
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Autumn Hike to Monte Losetta 3054m: Valle Varaita, Pontechianale (CN)
Pontechianale, (CN) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 3,054 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,450 m
Max altitude
3,054 m
Distance
19 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
9 h
Guiddy points
+24
▣ 4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
On Monte Losetta in Valle Varaita
A three-thousander to climb in autumn? Yes, and it's worth every single step. Monte Losetta, 3054 m, awaits you in Valle Varaita, amid the warm colors of the forest and the crisp air of high altitude.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We set off from Fraz. Castello, Pontechianale (CN), for a route of 19 km and 1450 m of positive elevation gain, designed for trained legs. We climb through the Vallanta Valley, under clear skies and golden light that ignites every shade of the foliage. At the summit, Monviso appears so close it seems within reach: an aerial panorama that stays with you forever.
Why join us: - Experience autumn at altitude, when the mountain is even more beautiful - A three-thousander within reach of those who truly love hiking - Unforgettable views of Monviso - Become part of a community of people who experience the mountains this way
The Guidders are waiting for you: book your spot and come discover Losetta with us.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,450 m D+ · 19 km · 9 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
Escursioni pregresse
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Allenamento
What's included
INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Pontechianale
Itinerary
Day · approximate times
Explore the map
3 stops
Meeting point 8:30Return to the cars in Pontechianale
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
We meet up with the Guidders along the SP105 in Pontechianale (CN), near Rifugio Alevè, in the early autumn light of the Bosco dell'Alevè. The start time is indicative: the exact one will be shared in the event's Telegram group.
B
13:00LUNCH
Highest point and lunch break
After conquering the summit, we'll have lunch with a breathtaking view of Monviso.
C
17:30RETURN
Return to the cars in Pontechianale
We descend through the coloured woods back to the starting car park, escorted by the golden afternoon light. With the hike done, we the Guidders enjoy a cold beer together before heading home.
How do you get to Pontechianale? 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
Gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trail running shoes
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
Snacks
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
Giorgia B.
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica
Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Giorgia, an environmental hiking guide, raised between the Tanaro Valley and the Ligurian Alps: mountains looking out over the sea, which I've always carried with me. There's another special place for me too, the Varaita Valley, where the Stone King dominates the horizon and every trail tells old stories among incredible landscapes and summits worth living. Walking and running in the mountains means discovery for me: I love exploring new trails and sharing the wonder of nature with the people I guide, because every experience is better when you live it with someone. Before being a guide I'm a curious soul, in love with the land that raised me. You'll find me with a backpack on, a ready smile and an appetite for listening to the wind in the rocks and the silence of the woods. When the mountains call, I answer with a smile (and poles). 🥾⛰️ See you in the mountains, Guidders!
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.
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 9 h with 1,450 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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