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Sunset Hike on Monte Bollettone from Alpe del Vicerè: A Scenic Loop in the Larian Triangle
Parcheggio Inferiore Alpe del Vicerè, Como · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,309 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Como, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+14
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
Sunset on Mount Bollettone
The Larian Triangle when the sky catches fire.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
We set off with the Guidders from the Alpe del Vicerè, above Albavilla, and climb gradually through beech woods and panoramic clearings, while the late afternoon light shifts minute by minute. We pass the Bocchetta di Molina and reach the summit of Monte Bolettone, one of the finest balconies above Lake Como, just in time for sunset. The descent closes the loop by the Bocchetta di Lemna and Capanna Mara.
5 reasons to come - sunset from the summit of Monte Bolettone - Lake Como and the Brianza seen from above - Capanna Mara on the way back - a loop that climbs and descends by different lines - an easy start, a few kilometres from Como
Who it suits A gradual woodland climb with nothing technical: normal walking fitness and a taste for coming back in the dark.
The finest hour of the day: come and live it with the Guidders.
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.
+14 Guiddy points
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Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.
How hard is it, really
Guiddy scale
EASY
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450 m D+ · 11 km · 5 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
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BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 5 h and 450 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
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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
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Parcheggio Inferiore Alpe del Vicerè
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
450 m
Max altitude
1,309 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
5 h
Day
11 km · D+ 450 m · 5 h
Apple Maps16:30PARKING
Departure
We start our adventure from Alpe del Vicerè, in the municipality of Albavilla, one of the most beautiful and easily accessible gateways to the Larian Triangle. The beginning is instantly rewarding: we'll enter the woods along mule tracks and wide paths, perfect for finding your stride without overdoing it.
18:00PASS
Molina Pass
This is where the day takes on a more trekking-focused feel. We'll gain altitude with a steady climb that's never monotonous, winding through forests, switchbacks, and gradually opening sections. You'll really feel the sense of progression towards the summit here, but without venturing into technical terrain.
19:30VIEWPOINT
Summiting Mount Bollettone
Reaching the summit of Monte Bollettone (around 1320m) is the absolute highlight of this hike. The panoramic views open up dramatically, showcasing Lake Como, the Brianza region, its smaller lakes, and the surrounding mountains. This is the kind of vista that truly rewards the climb, making the trek feel far more impressive than the elevation gain might suggest. We'll arrive at the summit in time to settle in and enjoy a breathtaking sunset.
21:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Loop Hike via Bocchetta di Lemna and Capanna Mara
The return leg is what makes this trek truly complete. We'll descend, closing the loop through a beautiful landscape, passing by Bocchetta di Lemna, Rifugio Capanna Mara, and scenic trails through the woods.
22:30RETURN
Back to the trailhead.
We'll head back to the cars after a long but spectacular loop hike.
How do you get to Parcheggio Inferiore Alpe del Vicerè? 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
Trail running shoes
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Visor hat
REQUIRED
K-way
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
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Right for you
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Questions?
I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 5 h with 450 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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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
✓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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