The Wayfarer's Path - Stage 1: From Abbadia Lariana to Lierna along Lake Como
Lecco · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 450 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Lecco, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+14
Community photos
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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, stage 1
A great classic of Lake Como, perfect for starting to discover one of the most fascinating trails in Lombardy. The first leg of the Sentiero del Viandante, from Abbadia Lariana to Lierna, is a scenic lakeside hike ideal for those who love walking at a leisurely pace through nature, history and authentic villages.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We start from the station or the center of Abbadia Lariana, following the characteristic orange signs that accompany us along ancient mule tracks, woodland paths and narrow roads through vineyards, dry stone walls and small historical settlements suspended above Lake Como.
The route offers continuous glimpses of Lake Como, amidst silences, terraces and natural balconies. The arrival in Lierna is a real reward: open view of the lake, view of the town and the possibility to relax on its small beach.
A perfect excursion to get acquainted with the Sentiero del Viandante... and with the Guidders community 🧡
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.
+14 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+
400 m D+ · 10 km · 6 h
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate — this outing
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 400 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 lunch
✕Train
✕Parking
✕Travel to Lecco
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
400 m
Max altitude
450 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
6 h
Day
10 km · D+ 400 m · 6 h
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Via Fiandra 13, 23900 Lecco provincia di Lecco, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Arrive in Lierna and return by train to Abbadia Lariana.
How do you get to Lecco? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
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!
We only ask for feedback 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 6 h with 400 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
MOST POPULAR
✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓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
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
Still have questions? Message Ibex
Ibex is Guiddy's virtual ibex: it answers everything, 24/7. In two messages it tells you whether this outing is for you, how to get there and what to pack.
The Wayfarer's Path - Stage 1: From Abbadia Lariana to Lierna along Lake Como
Lecco, (LC) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 450 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
400 m
Max altitude
450 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+14
▣ 7 photos
+3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
The Wayfarer's Path, stage 1
A great classic of Lake Como, perfect for starting to discover one of the most fascinating trails in Lombardy. The first leg of the Sentiero del Viandante, from Abbadia Lariana to Lierna, is a scenic lakeside hike ideal for those who love walking at a leisurely pace through nature, history and authentic villages.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We start from the station or the center of Abbadia Lariana, following the characteristic orange signs that accompany us along ancient mule tracks, woodland paths and narrow roads through vineyards, dry stone walls and small historical settlements suspended above Lake Como.
The route offers continuous glimpses of Lake Como, amidst silences, terraces and natural balconies. The arrival in Lierna is a real reward: open view of the lake, view of the town and the possibility to relax on its small beach.
A perfect excursion to get acquainted with the Sentiero del Viandante... and with the Guidders community 🧡
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
400 m D+ · 10 km · 6 h
Easy
Perfect for those who want to enjoy nature without too much effort. Short, well-marked trails with gentle slopes. No technical difficulties, just a desire to walk, breathe in the fresh air, and share the day with a group.
Ideal for: Beginners, families, those who want to take their first steps in trekking.
Easy Plus
A little faster pace, but still accessible. Slightly longer routes or with a few more hills, requiring some walking experience. The terrain is always easy and safe.
Ideal for: Those who walk regularly and want to challenge themselves a little.
Intermediate — this outing
Here we enter the world of true trekking. Steeper climbs, stretches on uneven or longer trails that require stamina. The physical effort is medium to high, and the fatigue is noticeable... but so is the satisfaction!
Ideal for: Those who already have experience and a good level of physical fitness.
Intermediate Plus
When the mountains begin to take their toll. More challenging routes in terms of gradient or duration, with technical sections or uneven terrain. Even a medium elevation gain can be tough if concentrated in just a few kilometers
Ideal for: Trained hikers, accustomed to walking on mountain paths
Difficult
Level suitable for experienced hikers with excellent stamina and surefootedness. The physical challenge is high, and there may be steep sections or possible exposure, which is always noted in the hike description. Perfect for those who enjoy pushing their limits and conquering significant peaks.
Ideal for: Those who already have experience in an Alpine environment and want to challenge themselves.
Difficult Plus
Only for true Guidders with their Wild Spirit at its peak Long routes, significant elevation gain (over 1,100 m), and technical or exposed terrain. Excellent physical preparation, sure-footedness, and the ability to manage fatigue at high altitude are required.
Ideal for: Highly trained and experienced hikers in the mountains.
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 400 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 lunch
✕Train
✕Parking
✕Travel to Lecco
Itinerary
Day · approximate times
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30Lecco
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Arrive in Lierna and return by train to Abbadia Lariana.
How do you get to Lecco? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Your guide
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.
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 400 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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