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Mount Pizzocolo, the Balcony Over Lake Garda

Toscolano Maderno, Brescia · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,581 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Brescia, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+18
Mount Pizzocolo, the Balcony Over Lake Garda
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Coordinator
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Pizzocolo over Lake Garda

Mount Pizzocolo, standing at 1,581 meters, is located on the Brescia side of Lake Garda. Its name is linked to the pointed appearance of the summit, a result of the steep and rocky north face. Thanks to its position, it offers a wonderful view over the entire central and southern part of the lake. Below the summit, a bivouac called Bivacco Due Aceri has been built, and there is a chapel dedicated to those who died in the mountains and in war. Our trail will start from the hamlet of Sant'Urbano, in Toscolano Maderno, and will all be on a simple mule track. We'll pass near Malga Valle and through dense woods.

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

The experience

Mount Pizzocolo, standing at 1,581 meters, is located on the Brescia side of Lake Garda. Its name is linked to the pointed appearance of the summit, a result of the steep and rocky north face. Thanks to its position, it offers a wonderful view over the entire central and southern part of the lake. Below the summit, a bivouac called Bivacco Due Aceri has been built, and there is a chapel dedicated to those who died in the mountains and in war. Our trail will start from the hamlet of Sant'Urbano, in Toscolano Maderno, and will all be on a simple mule track. We'll pass near Malga Valle and through dense woods.

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.
+18 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
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
800 m D+ · 10 km · 5h30
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 5h30 and 800 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
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
✕Travel to Toscolano Maderno
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
800 m
Max altitude
1,581 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5h30
Day
10 km · D+ 800 m · 5h30
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Punto di partenza, Strada Vicinale Dell'oppolo, 25088 Toscolano Maderno provincia di Brescia, 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
Starting Point
Our hiking adventure begins right here in Sant'Urbano!
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
"Valle Mountain Hut"
A mountain dairy farm we'll encounter along our trail.
12:00RETURN
Mount Pizzocolo
Our destination today: Mount Pizzocolo!

How do you get to Toscolano Maderno? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Mini crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED

Your Coordinator

Alessio C.
Alessio C.
· 28 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Alessio, a Guiddy coordinator: from Vesuvius to the Adamello, backpack always ready. I was born in Naples, but I've lived in Brescia for years, and this is where I find myself every weekend, among rocks and mountain trails. Any kind of hike works for me: from the most accessible routes to the ones that ask for legs and experience. I know the trails of the Valtrompia inside out, and I have a declared weakness for the Adamello Nature Park, a corner of the world that never stops surprising me. My walking diary is already a thick one, but there are plenty of pages left to write with new adventure companions. If you like walking with a smile and want to be part of a close-knit group, we'll understand each other straight away. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guiddy Coordinator
A Guiddy Coordinator: trained by us, knows the itinerary and keeps the group together from the first day to the last.

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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 5h30 with 800 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 Pizzocolo, the Balcony Over Lake Garda

Mount Pizzocolo, the Balcony Over Lake Garda

Toscolano Maderno, (BS) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,581 m
30 Guidders have already done it
Elevation gain
800 m
Max altitude
1,581 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5h30
Guiddy points
+18
19 photos
+15 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Mount Pizzocolo over Lake Garda

Mount Pizzocolo, standing at 1,581 meters, is located on the Brescia side of Lake Garda. Its name is linked to the pointed appearance of the summit, a result of the steep and rocky north face. Thanks to its position, it offers a wonderful view over the entire central and southern part of the lake. Below the summit, a bivouac called Bivacco Due Aceri has been built, and there is a chapel dedicated to those who died in the mountains and in war. Our trail will start from the hamlet of Sant'Urbano, in Toscolano Maderno, and will all be on a simple mule track. We'll pass near Malga Valle and through dense woods.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
800 m D+ · 10 km · 5h30
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 5h30 and 800 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
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
✕Travel to Toscolano Maderno

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30Punto di partenza
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Starting Point
Our hiking adventure begins right here in Sant'Urbano!
10:30MOUNTAIN HUT
"Valle Mountain Hut"
A mountain dairy farm we'll encounter along our trail.
12:00RETURN
Mount Pizzocolo
Our destination today: Mount Pizzocolo!

How do you get to Toscolano Maderno? 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
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Mini crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED

Your Coordinator

Alessio C.
Alessio C.
28 outings with Guiddy
Guiddy Coordinator

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Alessio, a Guiddy coordinator: from Vesuvius to the Adamello, backpack always ready. I was born in Naples, but I've lived in Brescia for years, and this is where I find myself every weekend, among rocks and mountain trails. Any kind of hike works for me: from the most accessible routes to the ones that ask for legs and experience. I know the trails of the Valtrompia inside out, and I have a declared weakness for the Adamello Nature Park, a corner of the world that never stops surprising me. My walking diary is already a thick one, but there are plenty of pages left to write with new adventure companions. If you like walking with a smile and want to be part of a close-knit group, we'll understand each other straight away. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

After your outing, you can share your story too.

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 5h30 with 800 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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