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The Wayfarer's Path: Lierna to Varenna Hike

Lierna, Lecco · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,050 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Lecco, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+18
The Wayfarer's Path: Lierna to Varenna Hike
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The experience
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What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
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Your guide
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WHY THIS HIKE

The Wayfarer's Path, Lierna to Varenna

Few trails offer views as breathtaking: the sun mirroring in the lake, mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, and ancient woodlands. But everyone knows that about the Viandante's Way.

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

The experience

So, why should you sign up today?

Because, with your gaze fixed on the placid waters of Lake Como, I'll tell you about how a prodigious Italian woman discovered the secret of the lake's depths, about the macabre powers of the yew trees that shade the path, and about our very own Loch Ness Monster, the Lariosauro! Oh, and most importantly, because I'm bringing homemade cookies :)

The trail is wide and not exposed, but it's a good workout! You'll be doing quite a bit of hiking, so a reasonable level of fitness and previous hiking experience are required.

We'll hike the trail in one direction only. The return from Varenna to Lierna will be by train.

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.
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+ · 12 km · 7 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 7 h 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 accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Travel to Lierna
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
1,050 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Day
12 km · D+ 800 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 12 km
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Partenza, Via Ducale 3, 23827 Lierna provincia di Lecco, 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
09:00MEETING
Meeting Point
Lierna Train Station, easily accessible by train or carpooling with fellow hikers.
11:30WATER
Alpe di Mezzedo (900m / 2,950ft)
Scenic Viewpoint
12:00CHURCH
St. Peter's Chapel
Scenic viewpoint
12:30LAKE
Ortanella Lake (1,050m)
Where we'll break for lunch.
15:00SUMMIT
"The Cross Summit"
Scenic Viewpoint
15:30WATER
Vezio
Historic Borghetto
16:00RETURN
Varenna Train Station
End of trail.

How do you get to Lierna? 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
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Poncho
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Heavy headgear
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
· 33 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Tedesco
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 7 h 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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✓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
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The Wayfarer's Path: Lierna to Varenna Hike

The Wayfarer's Path: Lierna to Varenna Hike

Lierna, (LC) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,050 m
Elevation gain
800 m
Max altitude
1,050 m
Distance
12 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+18
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Wayfarer's Path, Lierna to Varenna

Few trails offer views as breathtaking: the sun mirroring in the lake, mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, and ancient woodlands. But everyone knows that about the Viandante's Way.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

So, why should you sign up today?

Because, with your gaze fixed on the placid waters of Lake Como, I'll tell you about how a prodigious Italian woman discovered the secret of the lake's depths, about the macabre powers of the yew trees that shade the path, and about our very own Loch Ness Monster, the Lariosauro! Oh, and most importantly, because I'm bringing homemade cookies :)

The trail is wide and not exposed, but it's a good workout! You'll be doing quite a bit of hiking, so a reasonable level of fitness and previous hiking experience are required.

We'll hike the trail in one direction only. The return from Varenna to Lierna will be by train.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
800 m D+ · 12 km · 7 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 7 h 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 accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunches
✕Travel to Lierna

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 12 km
Meeting point 9:00Partenza
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:00MEETING
Meeting Point
Lierna Train Station, easily accessible by train or carpooling with fellow hikers.
11:30WATER
Alpe di Mezzedo (900m / 2,950ft)
Scenic Viewpoint
12:00CHURCH
St. Peter's Chapel
Scenic viewpoint
12:30LAKE
Ortanella Lake (1,050m)
Where we'll break for lunch.
15:00SUMMIT
"The Cross Summit"
Scenic Viewpoint
15:30WATER
Vezio
Historic Borghetto
16:00RETURN
Varenna Train Station
End of trail.

How do you get to Lierna? 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
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Light fleece
REQUIRED
Poncho
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Heavy headgear
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
33 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. 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 7 h 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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