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Sant’Anna di Vinadio Lakes Circuit Trek: a scenic hike through alpine lakes and borderland history

Vinadio, Cuneo · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 2,460 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY PLUS
Where?
Cuneo, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+16
Sant’Anna di Vinadio Lakes Circuit Trek: a scenic hike through alpine lakes and borderland history
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What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
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WHY THIS HIKE

The Sant'Anna di Vinadio lakes

A loop of lakes and passes, on the French border.

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

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from the sanctuary of Sant'Anna di Vinadio, the highest in Europe, and reach Lago di Sant'Anna, then climb to the panoramic Passo Tesina. From there the paths run suspended between Italy and France, past old barracks and military tracks, in alpine country of rare beauty. We touch the Colle Saboulè, the Lausfer lakes and the Colle del Lausfer, crossing landscapes that keep changing: rock spires, pastures and clear water.

5 reasons to come - the full circuit of the Sant'Anna lakes - the highest sanctuary in Europe as a starting point - border passes between Italy and France - the old barracks and military tracks along the way - the Maritime Alps, where rock turns into spires

Who it suits A long loop with several climbs and descents: good fitness and a sure step on alpine ground.

Nature, history and borders crossed on foot: come 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.
+16 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
600 m D+ · 9 km · 6 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 6 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
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
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Vinadio
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
600 m
Max altitude
2,460 m
Distance
9 km
Duration
6 h
Day
9 km · D+ 600 m · 6 h
Map
The stops · 9 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Sp255, 12010 Vinadio provincia di Cuneo, 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
09:30PARKING
Departure
We set off from the Sanctuary of Sant’Anna di Vinadio.
10:30PASS
Tesina Pass
After skirting Lake Sant’Anna, we climb up to Tesina Pass.
12:30PASS
Colle Saboulè
Lunch break at Colle Saboulè
14:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Tallone Mountain Hut
We skirt along Lake Lausfer and, from the pass of the same name, continue on to the Tallone Mountain Hut.
15:30RETURN
Return to the cars
Return to the cars

How do you get to Vinadio? 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
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

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You'll be among the first to share your story.

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 6 h with 600 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
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Sant’Anna di Vinadio Lakes Circuit Trek: a scenic hike through alpine lakes and borderland history

Sant’Anna di Vinadio Lakes Circuit Trek: a scenic hike through alpine lakes and borderland history

Vinadio, (CN) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 2,460 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
600 m
Max altitude
2,460 m
Distance
9 km
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+16
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Sant'Anna di Vinadio lakes

A loop of lakes and passes, on the French border.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from the sanctuary of Sant'Anna di Vinadio, the highest in Europe, and reach Lago di Sant'Anna, then climb to the panoramic Passo Tesina. From there the paths run suspended between Italy and France, past old barracks and military tracks, in alpine country of rare beauty. We touch the Colle Saboulè, the Lausfer lakes and the Colle del Lausfer, crossing landscapes that keep changing: rock spires, pastures and clear water.

5 reasons to come - the full circuit of the Sant'Anna lakes - the highest sanctuary in Europe as a starting point - border passes between Italy and France - the old barracks and military tracks along the way - the Maritime Alps, where rock turns into spires

Who it suits A long loop with several climbs and descents: good fitness and a sure step on alpine ground.

Nature, history and borders crossed on foot: come with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
600 m D+ · 9 km · 6 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 6 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
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
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Vinadio

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 9 km
Meeting point 9:30Vinadio
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30PARKING
Departure
We set off from the Sanctuary of Sant’Anna di Vinadio.
10:30PASS
Tesina Pass
After skirting Lake Sant’Anna, we climb up to Tesina Pass.
12:30PASS
Colle Saboulè
Lunch break at Colle Saboulè
14:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Tallone Mountain Hut
We skirt along Lake Lausfer and, from the pass of the same name, continue on to the Tallone Mountain Hut.
15:30RETURN
Return to the cars
Return to the cars

How do you get to Vinadio? 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
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only 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?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 6 h with 600 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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