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Parco Nazionale Valgrande: L'anello del Piancavallone

Miazzina, provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 1,564 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+15
Parco Nazionale Valgrande: L'anello del Piancavallone
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

The Piancavallone loop

Un percorso facile per cominciare a conoscere questa eccellenza piemontese. La Valgrande è il secondo parco nazionale della regione Piemonte. È considerato la più grande area wilderness d'Italia, ovvero una vasta area naturale selvaggia e incontaminata, con una limitata presenza umana e infrastrutture. Il parco è stato istituito nel 1992 per preservare e proteggere l'ambiente naturale, la flora e la fauna della zona. Il Parco Nazionale della Val Grande è un luogo ideale per chi cerca un'esperienza a stretto contatto con la natura, lontano dal turismo di massa, e per chi vuole immergersi in un ambiente montano autentico e preservato.

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

The experience

Un percorso facile per cominciare a conoscere questa eccellenza piemontese. La Valgrande è il secondo parco nazionale della regione Piemonte. È considerato la più grande area wilderness d'Italia, ovvero una vasta area naturale selvaggia e incontaminata, con una limitata presenza umana e infrastrutture. Il parco è stato istituito nel 1992 per preservare e proteggere l'ambiente naturale, la flora e la fauna della zona. Il Parco Nazionale della Val Grande è un luogo ideale per chi cerca un'esperienza a stretto contatto con la natura, lontano dal turismo di massa, e per chi vuole immergersi in un ambiente montano autentico e preservato.

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.
+15 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
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
560 m D+ · 11 km · 6h30
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 6h30 and 560 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
✓Qualified hiking guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Travel to Miazzina
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
560 m
Max altitude
1,564 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
6h30
Day
11 km · D+ 560 m · 6h30
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Ritrovo a Cappella Fina, Via Al Memoriale Degli Alpini, 28817 Miazzina provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, 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
09:30MEETING
Meeting point at Cappella Fina
We'll meet here at Cappella Fina where we'll park. After a short briefing we'll set off on a long traverse that will take us to the base of Monte Todum
10:30SUMMIT
Monte Todum
At the end of the traverse we'll tackle a nice steep climb up to the summit of Monte Todum
11:30SUMMIT
Pizzo Pernice
From the summit of Todum we'll cross a long and very pleasant ridge until we reach Pizzo Pernice, the highest point we'll touch
12:30WATER
Rifugio Piancavallone
From Pizzo Pernice we'll descend continuing along the ridge overlooking Cicogna and arrive at Rifugio Piancavallone
16:00WATER
Return to Cappella Fina
We'll head back along the ridge until, at Colle Magente, we take the direct route to the Cappella Fina car park, where, with a hint of sadness, this lovely day together will come to an end, with the promise of meeting again soon

How do you get to Miazzina? 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
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Camera
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gilberto G.
Gilberto G.
· 27 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gilberto, an environmental hiking guide. They say happiness is only real when shared, and for me there's no greater joy than a view earned together. I take people to find the most genuine side of our trails, away from the rush and at footprint pace. I can't wait to share with you not only the walking, but the stories, the silences and — why not — a good piece of cheese at the top. Backpack on, we'll work out the rest as we go. Experience, care for safety and that pinch of adventure it takes to make an outing unforgettable: joining the next walk? 🧀 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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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 560 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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Parco Nazionale Valgrande: L'anello del Piancavallone

Parco Nazionale Valgrande: L'anello del Piancavallone

Miazzina, (VB) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,564 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
560 m
Max altitude
1,564 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6h30
Guiddy points
+15
3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Piancavallone loop

Un percorso facile per cominciare a conoscere questa eccellenza piemontese. La Valgrande è il secondo parco nazionale della regione Piemonte. È considerato la più grande area wilderness d'Italia, ovvero una vasta area naturale selvaggia e incontaminata, con una limitata presenza umana e infrastrutture. Il parco è stato istituito nel 1992 per preservare e proteggere l'ambiente naturale, la flora e la fauna della zona. Il Parco Nazionale della Val Grande è un luogo ideale per chi cerca un'esperienza a stretto contatto con la natura, lontano dal turismo di massa, e per chi vuole immergersi in un ambiente montano autentico e preservato.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
560 m D+ · 11 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 560 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
✓Qualified hiking guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Travel to Miazzina

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30Ritrovo a Cappella Fina
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30MEETING
Meeting point at Cappella Fina
We'll meet here at Cappella Fina where we'll park. After a short briefing we'll set off on a long traverse that will take us to the base of Monte Todum
10:30SUMMIT
Monte Todum
At the end of the traverse we'll tackle a nice steep climb up to the summit of Monte Todum
11:30SUMMIT
Pizzo Pernice
From the summit of Todum we'll cross a long and very pleasant ridge until we reach Pizzo Pernice, the highest point we'll touch
12:30WATER
Rifugio Piancavallone
From Pizzo Pernice we'll descend continuing along the ridge overlooking Cicogna and arrive at Rifugio Piancavallone
16:00WATER
Return to Cappella Fina
We'll head back along the ridge until, at Colle Magente, we take the direct route to the Cappella Fina car park, where, with a hint of sadness, this lovely day together will come to an end, with the promise of meeting again soon

How do you get to Miazzina? 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
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Camera
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gilberto G.
Gilberto G.
27 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gilberto, an environmental hiking guide. They say happiness is only real when shared, and for me there's no greater joy than a view earned together. I take people to find the most genuine side of our trails, away from the rush and at footprint pace. I can't wait to share with you not only the walking, but the stories, the silences and — why not — a good piece of cheese at the top. Backpack on, we'll work out the rest as we go. Experience, care for safety and that pinch of adventure it takes to make an outing unforgettable: joining the next walk? 🧀 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.

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 560 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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