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Hiker's Path from Lierna to Varenna (High Route) – A scenic trek overlooking Lake Como, winding through forests and charming villages.

Lierna, Lecco · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,200 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Lecco, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+20
Hiker's Path from Lierna to Varenna (High Route) – A scenic trek overlooking Lake Como, winding through forests and charming villages.
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

The Wayfarer's Path, high route from Lierna to Varenna

The section of the Sentiero del Viandante (Wayfarer's Path) from Lierna to Varenna (high variant) is one of the most evocative walks on Lake Como.

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

The experience

A panoramic trek in Lombardy that combines chestnut woods, ancient mule tracks and sudden glimpses of the deep blue of the lake.

It starts from the silence of the alleys of Lierna, leaving the lakeside behind to gradually climb along a path that alternates between shade and light. The route is varied and harmonious: stretches in the woods, small rural villages, stone walls and views that suddenly open up like windows on beauty.

Walking here means entering a slow rhythm. The scent of the woods, the rustling of leaves, the lake that appears between the branches. Every bend is a surprise.

The descent towards Vezio offers one of the most iconic views of Lake Como: Varenna appears from above like a small jewel nestled on the water, with its colorful roofs and boats dotting the blue.

An engaging route, perfect for those who want a panoramic excursion on Lake Como without excessive technical difficulties, but with a continuous and powerful visual impact.

A walk to be experienced step by step, with that light spirit that the Guidders love so much.

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 2 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+20 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
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+
1,000 m D+ · 11 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 1,000 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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Train
✕Transport for excursions (van or minibus)
✕Packed lunch
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
1,000 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
5h30
Day
11 km · D+ 1,000 m · 5h30
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Via Roma 104, 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
Meeting point in Lierna with a coffee break.
15:00VIEWPOINT
Vezio Castle
Vezio Castle: Hike to breathtaking views of Varenna and the lake.
15:30RETURN
Varenna
End of the trail, and if time allows, a visit to the village.
16:30RETURN
Stazione dei treni di Lierna
Return to the starting point by train.

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.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Elena
Elena
· 17 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, an environmental hiking guide with a passion for nature, long walks and wellbeing. I take groups out to discover a place through mindful walking, where a slow pace turns into listening, presence and connection. I run holistic routes that combine hiking with yoga practice outdoors, yoga trekking weekends, moments of poetry in the landscape and sensory experiences such as tastings of local produce. My passion for art and photography guides how I look at things: every outing is a chance to catch the details, the light and the atmospheres that tell the deep dialogue between people and nature. I believe in hiking that goes deep, stays accessible and restores you, connecting body, mind and landscape: everything I offer is an invitation to slow down, observe, feel… and find yourself again. 🌿 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 5h30 with 1,000 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 2 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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Hiker's Path from Lierna to Varenna (High Route) – A scenic trek overlooking Lake Como, winding through forests and charming villages.

Hiker's Path from Lierna to Varenna (High Route) – A scenic trek overlooking Lake Como, winding through forests and charming villages.

Lierna, (LC) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,200 m
Elevation gain
1,000 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5h30
Guiddy points
+20
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Wayfarer's Path, high route from Lierna to Varenna

The section of the Sentiero del Viandante (Wayfarer's Path) from Lierna to Varenna (high variant) is one of the most evocative walks on Lake Como.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

A panoramic trek in Lombardy that combines chestnut woods, ancient mule tracks and sudden glimpses of the deep blue of the lake.

It starts from the silence of the alleys of Lierna, leaving the lakeside behind to gradually climb along a path that alternates between shade and light. The route is varied and harmonious: stretches in the woods, small rural villages, stone walls and views that suddenly open up like windows on beauty.

Walking here means entering a slow rhythm. The scent of the woods, the rustling of leaves, the lake that appears between the branches. Every bend is a surprise.

The descent towards Vezio offers one of the most iconic views of Lake Como: Varenna appears from above like a small jewel nestled on the water, with its colorful roofs and boats dotting the blue.

An engaging route, perfect for those who want a panoramic excursion on Lake Como without excessive technical difficulties, but with a continuous and powerful visual impact.

A walk to be experienced step by step, with that light spirit that the Guidders love so much.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
1,000 m D+ · 11 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 1,000 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
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Train
✕Transport for excursions (van or minibus)
✕Packed lunch

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:00Lierna
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:00MEETING
Meeting Point
Meeting point in Lierna with a coffee break.
15:00VIEWPOINT
Vezio Castle
Vezio Castle: Hike to breathtaking views of Varenna and the lake.
15:30RETURN
Varenna
End of the trail, and if time allows, a visit to the village.
16:30RETURN
Stazione dei treni di Lierna
Return to the starting point by train.

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.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Elena
Elena
17 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Elena, an environmental hiking guide with a passion for nature, long walks and wellbeing. I take groups out to discover a place through mindful walking, where a slow pace turns into listening, presence and connection. I run holistic routes that combine hiking with yoga practice outdoors, yoga trekking weekends, moments of poetry in the landscape and sensory experiences such as tastings of local produce. My passion for art and photography guides how I look at things: every outing is a chance to catch the details, the light and the atmospheres that tell the deep dialogue between people and nature. I believe in hiking that goes deep, stays accessible and restores you, connecting body, mind and landscape: everything I offer is an invitation to slow down, observe, feel… and find yourself again. 🌿 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 1,000 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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