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Sulle tracce di Fra Dolcino alla Panoramica Zegna

Valdilana, Biella · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 1,420 m
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Biella, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+13
Sulle tracce di Fra Dolcino alla Panoramica Zegna
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

The Zegna Panoramic Route and Fra

Attraverso la bellissima Panoramica Zegna alla scoperta di uno dei personaggi più controversi della storia italiana, Fra Dolcino l'eretico, che abitò questi luoghi prima della propria fine. Un escursione adatta a tutti, ricca di storia, bellezza e panorami mozzafiato sulla pianura e sulle alpi. Le prealpi Biellesi offono al camminatore un balcone sul mondo davvero unico. Ti aspettiamo

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

The experience

Attraverso la bellissima Panoramica Zegna alla scoperta di uno dei personaggi più controversi della storia italiana, Fra Dolcino l'eretico, che abitò questi luoghi prima della propria fine. Un escursione adatta a tutti, ricca di storia, bellezza e panorami mozzafiato sulla pianura e sulle alpi. Le prealpi Biellesi offono al camminatore un balcone sul mondo davvero unico. Ti aspettiamo

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.
+13 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
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
360 m D+ · 8 km · 4h30
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 4h30 and 360 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Qualified hiking guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Valdilana
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
360 m
Max altitude
1,420 m
Distance
8 km
Duration
4h30
Day
8 km · D+ 360 m · 4h30
Map
The stops · 8 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Bocchetta di Stavello, Sp232 - Panoramica Zegna, 13844 Valdilana provincia di Biella, 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
Bocchetta di Stavello
We will meet here at Bocchetta di Stavello, hold a short briefing to get to know each other, and set off from the stone labyrinth for this beautiful hike, where we will discover the beauty of the Oasi Zegna and the story of the most famous heretic of all time, who spent the last years of his life in these places. We will then climb to the Chiesetta di San Bernardo, a great panoramic spot, where we will be able to see all the peaks forming the Pennine Alps, and the Po Valley in front of us. Walking along the ridge of Monte Massaro, we will reach the Cippo di Fra Dolcino, erected in memory of the heretic. We will then continue to Bocchetta di Luvera, where we can stop for lunch. It is possible, by booking in advance, to have lunch at Locanda Argimonia. We will return to Bocchetta di Stavello via an easy trail, where we will meet some charming characters along the way. In short, a rich and varied hike suitable for everyone. See you in the Biella area.

How do you get to Valdilana? 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 poles
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
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

Reviews

Only from people who completed the outing.
4.3
2 reviews
Itinerary4.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience4.0
I
Isabella B.
Outing on 13 April 2025

Escursione molto semplice e piacevole, ma resa particolarmente interessante dalla storia di Fra Dolcino, che non conoscevo e che ho avuto modo di approfondire proprio durante questa esperienza. Scoprire il territorio anche attraverso le vicende e le persone che lo hanno caratterizzato ha dato un valore in più alla giornata. Il gruppo era piuttosto diversificato per età, quindi è stato forse un po’ più difficile socializzare e creare occasioni di confronto, ma questo non ha tolto nulla alla bellezza dell’escursione. Nel complesso, è stata davvero una bellissima giornata, tra natura, storia e nuove scoperte.

Your guide
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Isabella B.
Outing on 25 April 2025

Escursione molto semplice e piacevole, ma resa particolarmente interessante dalla storia di Fra Dolcino, che non conoscevo e che ho avuto modo di approfondire proprio durante questa esperienza. Scoprire il territorio anche attraverso le vicende e le persone che lo hanno caratterizzato ha dato un valore in più alla giornata. Il gruppo era piuttosto diversificato per età, quindi è stato forse un po’ più difficile socializzare e creare occasioni di confronto, ma questo non ha tolto nulla alla bellezza dell’escursione. Nel complesso, è stata davvero una bellissima giornata, tra natura, storia e nuove scoperte.

Your guide

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4h30 with 360 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
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Sulle tracce di Fra Dolcino alla Panoramica Zegna

Sulle tracce di Fra Dolcino alla Panoramica Zegna

Valdilana, (BI) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,420 m
Elevation gain
360 m
Max altitude
1,420 m
Distance
8 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
4h30
Guiddy points
+13
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Zegna Panoramic Route and Fra

Attraverso la bellissima Panoramica Zegna alla scoperta di uno dei personaggi più controversi della storia italiana, Fra Dolcino l'eretico, che abitò questi luoghi prima della propria fine. Un escursione adatta a tutti, ricca di storia, bellezza e panorami mozzafiato sulla pianura e sulle alpi. Le prealpi Biellesi offono al camminatore un balcone sul mondo davvero unico. Ti aspettiamo

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
360 m D+ · 8 km · 4h30
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 4h30 and 360 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Qualified hiking guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Valdilana

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 8 km
Meeting point 9:30Bocchetta di Stavello
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30MEETING
Bocchetta di Stavello
We will meet here at Bocchetta di Stavello, hold a short briefing to get to know each other, and set off from the stone labyrinth for this beautiful hike, where we will discover the beauty of the Oasi Zegna and the story of the most famous heretic of all time, who spent the last years of his life in these places. We will then climb to the Chiesetta di San Bernardo, a great panoramic spot, where we will be able to see all the peaks forming the Pennine Alps, and the Po Valley in front of us. Walking along the ridge of Monte Massaro, we will reach the Cippo di Fra Dolcino, erected in memory of the heretic. We will then continue to Bocchetta di Luvera, where we can stop for lunch. It is possible, by booking in advance, to have lunch at Locanda Argimonia. We will return to Bocchetta di Stavello via an easy trail, where we will meet some charming characters along the way. In short, a rich and varied hike suitable for everyone. See you in the Biella area.

How do you get to Valdilana? 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 poles
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Long pants
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Camera
RECOMMENDED
Packed lunch
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

Only from people who completed the outing.
4.3
2 reviews
Itinerary4.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience4.0
I
Isabella B.
Outing on 13 April 2025

Escursione molto semplice e piacevole, ma resa particolarmente interessante dalla storia di Fra Dolcino, che non conoscevo e che ho avuto modo di approfondire proprio durante questa esperienza. Scoprire il territorio anche attraverso le vicende e le persone che lo hanno caratterizzato ha dato un valore in più alla giornata. Il gruppo era piuttosto diversificato per età, quindi è stato forse un po’ più difficile socializzare e creare occasioni di confronto, ma questo non ha tolto nulla alla bellezza dell’escursione. Nel complesso, è stata davvero una bellissima giornata, tra natura, storia e nuove scoperte.

Your guide
I
Isabella B.
Outing on 25 April 2025

Escursione molto semplice e piacevole, ma resa particolarmente interessante dalla storia di Fra Dolcino, che non conoscevo e che ho avuto modo di approfondire proprio durante questa esperienza. Scoprire il territorio anche attraverso le vicende e le persone che lo hanno caratterizzato ha dato un valore in più alla giornata. Il gruppo era piuttosto diversificato per età, quindi è stato forse un po’ più difficile socializzare e creare occasioni di confronto, ma questo non ha tolto nulla alla bellezza dell’escursione. Nel complesso, è stata davvero una bellissima giornata, tra natura, storia e nuove scoperte.

Your guide

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4h30 with 360 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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