Difficulty: Intermediate, 600 m of elevation gain, 8 km, highest point 1682 m.

GUIDDY EXPERIENCE

iWhat does it mean?

Winter Mount San Primo: Lake Views & Mountain Hut Lunch

Q: What does the price include?

Included: Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included) and Guiddy accident insurance. Not included: Packed lunch or lunch at the hut, Car pooling among participants and Parking.

Piano Rancio, Como · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 1,682 m

Experience

Day hikes

Difficulty ?

INTERMEDIATE

Where?

Como, Lombardia

On your own?

No problem

Points

+16

Winter Mount San Primo: Lake Views & Mountain Hut Lunch

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Overview

The experience

Difficulty

What's included

Itinerary

Carpooling

What to bring

Guiddy Experience

Reviews

Questions

WHY THIS HIKE

Mount San Primo in winter

A pre-Alps classic, in its winter version.

Group chat a couple of days before

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders on a loop over Monte San Primo, the highest summit in the Larian Triangle, which in winter offers open, constant views over Lake Como, the Grigne and the alpine arc. The route runs over gentle slopes and panoramic sections, ideal for snowshoes or micro-spikes depending on conditions. The moment everyone waits for comes at Rifugio Martina, where we stop for a hot lunch that warms body and spirit.

5 reasons to come - Lake Como seen from the snow - a hot lunch at Rifugio Martina - gentle slopes, fine for first snowshoe outings - the Grigne and the alpine arc from the summit - the bright, silent atmosphere of winter

Who it suits Gentle slopes with snowshoes or micro-spikes depending on conditions: fine for winter beginners.

Snow, lake and a hot meal: 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

For the selected date: by 22 December, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.

Guiddy accident insurance

Included in the price.

+16 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

F+

I+

D+

600 m D+ · 8 km · 5 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.

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

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

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 5 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough

✓

IN YOUR BACKPACK

Gloves, a beanie, warm layers, a thermos and microspikes if there's ice, 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 Piano Rancio

To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain

600 m

Max altitude

1,682 m

Distance

8 km

Duration

5 h

Saturday

26 Dec

8 km · D+ 600 m · 5 h

The stops · 8 km

Meeting point 9:30approximate

Bellagio, 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

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09:30MEETING

Meeting Point & Departure

Hassle-free and instant start at Piano Rancio (CO), plunging you straight into a winter wonderland.

11:30LAKE

Mount San Primo: Conquer the roof of Lake Como!

We'll traverse open slopes with continuous views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains, steadily ascending to the summit.

12:30MOUNTAIN HUT

Martina Hut

We'll descend until we reach the mountain hut, where we'll enjoy lunch with traditional dishes.

14:30RETURN

Back to the trailhead

"We'll complete the loop, returning to our vehicles."

How do you get to Piano Rancio? 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.

Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)

REQUIRED

Backpack

REQUIRED

Trekking boots

REQUIRED

Layered clothing

REQUIRED

Water supply

REQUIRED

Trekking poles

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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 5 h with 600 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.

Can I join on my own?

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Winter Mount San Primo: Lake Views & Mountain Hut Lunch

Piano Rancio, Bellagio (CO) · Lombardia

1 day · Hiking · 1,682 m

Elevation gain

600 m

Max altitude

1,682 m

Distance

8 km

Exposed sections

None

Duration

5 h

Guiddy points

+16

5 photos

+1 photos

WHY THIS HIKE

Mount San Primo in winter

A pre-Alps classic, in its winter version.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Who it suits Gentle slopes with snowshoes or micro-spikes depending on conditions: fine for winter beginners.

Snow, lake and a hot meal: come with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale

INTERMEDIATE

F+

I+

D+

600 m D+ · 8 km · 5 h

Easy

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.

Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.

Intermediate Plus

Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths

Difficult

Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.

Difficult Plus

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 5 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough

✓

IN YOUR BACKPACK

Gloves, a beanie, warm layers, a thermos and microspikes if there's ice, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish