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Rifugio Fratelli Calvi: the lake basin from Carona

Carona, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 2,015 m
Experience
Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
Rifugio Fratelli Calvi: the lake basin from Carona
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WHY THIS HIKE

A basin full of lakes, in the heart of the Orobie

In the heart of one of the most captivating basins of the Orobie range, Rifugio Fratelli Calvi awaits, surrounded by alpine lakes and some of the finest peaks in Val Brembana. It is one of those places where you sit outside and no longer know where to look.

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

The experience

We start from Carona (1,130 m) following the CAI trail through fir and larch woods: the climb is steady but never too hard, crossing increasingly alpine surroundings. At the hut, at 2,015 metres, we find ourselves ringed by Lago Rotondo, Lago del Becco and the peaks closing the basin.

The return follows a panoramic variant leading to the Val Sambuzza waterfall, then down through the woods to Carona. It is 15 kilometres and 900 metres of ascent.

This is an intermediate hike: 900 metres of ascent over fifteen kilometres, on a marked trail with a steady climb and no technical sections. Bring boots, water and a windproof jacket for the altitude.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb to the Calvi.

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 20 October, 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
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 15 km · 6 h
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 6 h and 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
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 Carona
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
2,015 m
Distance
15 km
Duration
6 h
Map
Saturday
24 Oct
15 km · D+ 900 m · 6 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Via Pagliari 13, 24010 Carona provincia di Bergamo, 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
Gratta e Sosta ticket €2 a day, to buy beforehand at bars and shops in Carona: you can't pay at the car park.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Carona (1,130 m)
The hike starts from the village of Carona, in upper Val Brembana (BG), where we leave the cars. We take the CAI trail through fir and larch woods: the climb is steady but never too hard. The exact time is shared in the Telegram group.
B
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Fratelli Calvi (2,015 m)
At the hut we find ourselves surrounded by alpine lakes and spectacular peaks: Lago Rotondo, Lago del Becco and the summits closing the basin. We stop for lunch with this view.
C
13:30VIEWPOINT
The Val Sambuzza waterfall
After lunch we start the return on a panoramic variant leading to the striking Val Sambuzza waterfall: water, rock and a stopping point worth the detour.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Carona
A final descent through the woods to the starting point, tired legs and a head full of images. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Carona? 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.

Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Visor hat
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

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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 6 h with 900 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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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before (for this date: 20 October, 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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Rifugio Fratelli Calvi: the lake basin from Carona

Rifugio Fratelli Calvi: the lake basin from Carona

Carona, (BG) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,015 m
30 Guidders have already done it
Elevation gain
900 m
Max altitude
2,015 m
Distance
15 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+19
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

A basin full of lakes, in the heart of the Orobie

In the heart of one of the most captivating basins of the Orobie range, Rifugio Fratelli Calvi awaits, surrounded by alpine lakes and some of the finest peaks in Val Brembana. It is one of those places where you sit outside and no longer know where to look.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We start from Carona (1,130 m) following the CAI trail through fir and larch woods: the climb is steady but never too hard, crossing increasingly alpine surroundings. At the hut, at 2,015 metres, we find ourselves ringed by Lago Rotondo, Lago del Becco and the peaks closing the basin.

The return follows a panoramic variant leading to the Val Sambuzza waterfall, then down through the woods to Carona. It is 15 kilometres and 900 metres of ascent.

This is an intermediate hike: 900 metres of ascent over fifteen kilometres, on a marked trail with a steady climb and no technical sections. Bring boots, water and a windproof jacket for the altitude.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb to the Calvi.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 15 km · 6 h
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, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
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 Carona

Itinerary

Saturday · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
4 stops
Meeting point 9:00Carona
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking, buy the ticket before you arrive
Gratta e Sosta ticket €2 a day, to buy beforehand at bars and shops in Carona: you can't pay at the car park.
A
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Carona (1,130 m)
The hike starts from the village of Carona, in upper Val Brembana (BG), where we leave the cars. We take the CAI trail through fir and larch woods: the climb is steady but never too hard. The exact time is shared in the Telegram group.
B
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Fratelli Calvi (2,015 m)
At the hut we find ourselves surrounded by alpine lakes and spectacular peaks: Lago Rotondo, Lago del Becco and the summits closing the basin. We stop for lunch with this view.
C
13:30VIEWPOINT
The Val Sambuzza waterfall
After lunch we start the return on a panoramic variant leading to the striking Val Sambuzza waterfall: water, rock and a stopping point worth the detour.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Carona
A final descent through the woods to the starting point, tired legs and a head full of images. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Carona? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Visor hat
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Guiddy Experience

Saturday 24 October
GuiddyExperience
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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 6 h with 900 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?
⌄
Sat 24 Oct
€24.90
per person
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