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Val di Mello Trek: Hiking Among Rivers, Granite Walls and Wild Nature in Valtellina

Val Masino, Sondrio · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 1,200 m
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
Groups welcome too
Points
+13
Val di Mello Trek: Hiking Among Rivers, Granite Walls and Wild Nature in Valtellina
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Val di Mello Trekking

Ready to discover one of the wildest corners of the Alps? Val di Mello, in Valtellina, is waiting for you with rushing rivers, massive granite walls and a silence you can feel in your bones.

Group chat a couple of days before

The experience

We'll walk together through ancient mountain villages, cool forests and green meadows inside the Nature Reserve, with crystal-clear water guiding us step by step. Along the way we'll discover local legends, like the mysterious Gigiat. Morning departure, relaxed pace, fairytale atmosphere.

Why join us - Experience Val di Mello on weekdays, when the valley is all yours - Walk among granite, water and untouched nature - Discover authentic stories and alpine traditions - Enjoy a relaxing, unhurried experience far from the crowds

Join the Guidders and get ready to live a day straight out of a mountain fairytale.

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.
+13 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.
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+
350 m D+ · 10 km · 3 h
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 3 h and 350 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
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Travel to Val Masino
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
350 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
3 h
Map
Day
10 km · D+ 350 m · 3 h
Meeting point 9:15approximate
Meeting point, Via Sasso Remenno 10, 23010 Val Masino provincia di Sondrio, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking
At the foot of Sasso Remenno: €7 a day, at the meter with coins.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
09:15MEETING
Meeting point
San Martino Valmasino car park (SO)
B
10:00VIEWPOINT
Entering the natural reserve
Leave the last of the cars behind and immerse yourself in nature.
C
10:30VIEWPOINT
The crystalline waters of the Mello River
Its gentle melody and pristine waters will accompany us along the way.
D
11:00VILLAGE
Land of Rock
The small village, with its traditional architecture, looks like something out of a fairy tale.
E
11:30VIEWPOINT
"The protected forest"
A taste of the reserve’s pristine forest
F
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch break
Whether staying in a mountain hut or packing a lunch, experience the heart of the valley.
G
15:30RETURN
Return trip
Return to the San Martino parking area

How do you get to Val Masino? 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
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Visor hat
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
· 39 outings with Guiddy
★TOP GUIDE
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Tedesco
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Reviews

Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
3 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
G
Gayane G.
Outing on 7 November 2026
Your guide
M
Maria G.
Outing on 7 November 2026

Percorso molto semplice ma suggestivo, la giornata non era delle migliori però la nostra guida Anna ci ha fatto vivere lo stesso una bellissima esperienza con i suoi racconti.

Your guide
Fiorella S.
Outing on 19 September 2026

Una bellissima giornata! Percorso molto piacevole, facile, adatto a tutti. Panorama bellissimo, complice anche il meteo super favorevole. La guida è stata molto professionale, preparata, attenta e sempre disponibile.

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 3 h with 350 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 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.
Ibex
Still have questions? Ask 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.
Hi, I'm Ibex. Ask me anything about this outing: level, what to bring, meeting point, car pooling, payment.
No commitment: we're happy to answer even just for advice. Prefer WhatsApp?
Val di Mello Trek: Hiking Among Rivers, Granite Walls and Wild Nature in Valtellina

Val di Mello Trek: Hiking Among Rivers, Granite Walls and Wild Nature in Valtellina

Val Masino, (SO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 1,200 m
Elevation gain
350 m
Max altitude
1,200 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
3 h
Guiddy points
+13
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Val di Mello Trekking

Ready to discover one of the wildest corners of the Alps? Val di Mello, in Valtellina, is waiting for you with rushing rivers, massive granite walls and a silence you can feel in your bones.

The experience

We'll walk together through ancient mountain villages, cool forests and green meadows inside the Nature Reserve, with crystal-clear water guiding us step by step. Along the way we'll discover local legends, like the mysterious Gigiat. Morning departure, relaxed pace, fairytale atmosphere.

Why join us - Experience Val di Mello on weekdays, when the valley is all yours - Walk among granite, water and untouched nature - Discover authentic stories and alpine traditions - Enjoy a relaxing, unhurried experience far from the crowds

Join the Guidders and get ready to live a day straight out of a mountain fairytale.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
350 m D+ · 10 km · 3 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 3 h and 350 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
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Travel to Val Masino

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
7 stops
Meeting point 9:15Meeting point
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking
At the foot of Sasso Remenno: €7 a day, at the meter with coins.
A
09:15MEETING
Meeting point
San Martino Valmasino car park (SO)
B
10:00VIEWPOINT
Entering the natural reserve
Leave the last of the cars behind and immerse yourself in nature.
C
10:30VIEWPOINT
The crystalline waters of the Mello River
Its gentle melody and pristine waters will accompany us along the way.
D
11:00VILLAGE
Land of Rock
The small village, with its traditional architecture, looks like something out of a fairy tale.
E
11:30VIEWPOINT
"The protected forest"
A taste of the reserve’s pristine forest
F
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch break
Whether staying in a mountain hut or packing a lunch, experience the heart of the valley.
G
15:30RETURN
Return trip
Return to the San Martino parking area

How do you get to Val Masino? 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
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Visor hat
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Anna M.
Anna M.
39 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica
★TOP GUIDE

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Anna, an environmental hiking guide and a repentant ex-office worker. I run group hikes in Lombardy, mainly in the provinces of Lecco, Como and Sondrio, and the reason is always the same: to spread as widely as I can that sense of wonder towards nature and towards this precious, beautiful planet of ours. What I enjoy most is watching someone enjoy a view without a worry in their head and go home having learned something new. It happens often — and it happens better if there's one of my home-made biscuits to nibble along the way. 🍪 Join one of my hikes and see for yourself. 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.
5.0
3 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
G
Gayane G.
Outing on 7 November 2026
Your guide
M
Maria G.
Outing on 7 November 2026

Percorso molto semplice ma suggestivo, la giornata non era delle migliori però la nostra guida Anna ci ha fatto vivere lo stesso una bellissima esperienza con i suoi racconti.

Your guide
Fiorella S.
Outing on 19 September 2026

Una bellissima giornata! Percorso molto piacevole, facile, adatto a tutti. Panorama bellissimo, complice anche il meteo super favorevole. La guida è stata molto professionale, preparata, attenta e sempre disponibile.

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 3 h with 350 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?
⌄
No date
€25
per person
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Pay only if confirmed