Rifugio Longo and Lago del Diavolo Trek: Val Sasso Hike from Carona, Orobie Alps
Carona, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Saturday•Hiking · 2,135 m
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+19
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE
Rifugio Longo & Devil's Lake
A lake so dark it feels like it's watching you, wrapped in legend. If you're after the wildest side of the Orobie Alps, the one still off the radar, this is it.
Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The hike starts in Carona and climbs through Val Sasso, one of the least-traveled valleys in Val Brembana: wide views, real silence, untouched nature. The destination is Rifugio Longo, dedicated to brothers Giuseppe and Innocente Longo, who died on the Matterhorn in 1934. From there, just a few minutes bring you to Lago del Diavolo, the Devil's Lake: dark waters, peaks reflected on its surface, shepherd legends passed down for generations. The route covers 16 km and 900 m of elevation gain, out and back on the same trail, roughly six hours of walking total.
Why join us - explore a wild, still-uncrowded corner of the Orobie Alps - experience the magic of the Devil's Lake and its legends - walk marked trails with no technical difficulty - share the day with people who love the mountains as much as you do
Book your spot and discover the Devil's Lake with the Guidders: let's climb together.
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
For the selected date: by 27 October, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+19 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
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 16 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 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter, 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
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Carona
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
900 m
Max altitude
2,135 m
Distance
16 km
Duration
6 h
Saturday
31 Oct
16 km · D+ 900 m · 6 h
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Via Angelo Bianchi 37, 24010 Carona provincia di Bergamo, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking, buy the ticket before you arrive
Scratch-and-park ticket 2 € per day: buy it beforehand at Bar Stella Alpina or other shops in Carona, not sold at the parking.
We meet the Guidders in Carona (BG), in upper Val Brembana, where we leave the cars and the climb into Val Sasso begins. It is a long day, so we set a steady pace. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
11:45MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio F.lli Longo
We climb Val Sasso to Rifugio Longo, dedicated to the brothers lost on the Matterhorn in 1934. We stop to catch our breath: the lake is close now, and the peaks closing the valley are all in front of us.
C
12:00LAKE
Lago del Diavolo
About a hundred metres above the hut lies Lago del Diavolo, its dark water set among the rocks with the peaks reflected in it. We stop here for lunch and photos: the moment everyone has been waiting for.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Carona
We descend the same trail we came up, Val Sasso closing behind us and Carona reappearing at the foot of the valley. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Carona? 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
for the selected date
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
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy Experience
Saturday 31 October
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What the groups on the latest departures were like.
Most people come on their own
Mostly aged 30 to 50
Mixed groups, women and men
Many come back with Guiddy
Reviews
Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
★★★★★★★★★★
9 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
Stefano C.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Sempre una certezza!
Anche questa uscita, organizzata perfettamente, fà dimenticare le fatiche del trekking e passare una giornata rilassata e divertente
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Lisa P.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Alessandra L.
Outing on 4 October 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissima giornata una guida simpatica e gentile
Una bella salita faticosa ma ne è valsa la pena 😊
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Giacomo D.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
S
Sara C.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Martina C.
Outing on 7 June 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Salita dolce verso il rifugio f.lli Longo con una vista sempre aperta sulla valle, e poi ultimo sforzo verso il lago del diavolo. Una splendida giornata in compagnia dei Guidders.
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
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 900 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 (for this date: 27 October, 23:59)
✓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? Ask Ibex
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Rifugio Longo and Lago del Diavolo Trek: Val Sasso Hike from Carona, Orobie Alps
Carona, (BG) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 2,135 m
65 Guidders have already done it
Elevation gain
900 m
Max altitude
2,135 m
Distance
16 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
6 h
Guiddy points
+19
▣ 9 photos
+5 photos
WHY THIS HIKE
Rifugio Longo & Devil's Lake
A lake so dark it feels like it's watching you, wrapped in legend. If you're after the wildest side of the Orobie Alps, the one still off the radar, this is it.
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
The hike starts in Carona and climbs through Val Sasso, one of the least-traveled valleys in Val Brembana: wide views, real silence, untouched nature. The destination is Rifugio Longo, dedicated to brothers Giuseppe and Innocente Longo, who died on the Matterhorn in 1934. From there, just a few minutes bring you to Lago del Diavolo, the Devil's Lake: dark waters, peaks reflected on its surface, shepherd legends passed down for generations. The route covers 16 km and 900 m of elevation gain, out and back on the same trail, roughly six hours of walking total.
Why join us - explore a wild, still-uncrowded corner of the Orobie Alps - experience the magic of the Devil's Lake and its legends - walk marked trails with no technical difficulty - share the day with people who love the mountains as much as you do
Book your spot and discover the Devil's Lake with the Guidders: let's climb together.
How hard is it
Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
900 m D+ · 16 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 900 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter, plus poles. 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 Carona
Itinerary
Saturday · approximate times
Explore the map
4 stops
Meeting point 9:00Carona
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
Paid parking, buy the ticket before you arrive
Scratch-and-park ticket 2 € per day: buy it beforehand at Bar Stella Alpina or other shops in Carona, not sold at the parking.
We meet the Guidders in Carona (BG), in upper Val Brembana, where we leave the cars and the climb into Val Sasso begins. It is a long day, so we set a steady pace. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
B
11:45MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio F.lli Longo
We climb Val Sasso to Rifugio Longo, dedicated to the brothers lost on the Matterhorn in 1934. We stop to catch our breath: the lake is close now, and the peaks closing the valley are all in front of us.
C
12:00LAKE
Lago del Diavolo
About a hundred metres above the hut lies Lago del Diavolo, its dark water set among the rocks with the peaks reflected in it. We stop here for lunch and photos: the moment everyone has been waiting for.
D
15:00RETURN
Back to Carona
We descend the same trail we came up, Val Sasso closing behind us and Carona reappearing at the foot of the valley. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.
How do you get to Carona? By carpooling.
You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.
WHO'S ALREADY GOING
for this date
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
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy Experience
Saturday 31 October
Hikes picked for you
Guides and coordinators we pick for you.
Who joins
What the groups on the latest departures were like.
Most people come on their own
Mostly aged 30 to 50
Mixed groups, women and men
Many come back with Guiddy
Reviews
Only from people who completed the outing.
5.0
★★★★★★★★★★
9 reviews
Itinerary5.0
Organisation5.0
Overall experience5.0
Stefano C.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Sempre una certezza!
Anche questa uscita, organizzata perfettamente, fà dimenticare le fatiche del trekking e passare una giornata rilassata e divertente
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Lisa P.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Alessandra L.
Outing on 4 October 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Bellissima giornata una guida simpatica e gentile
Una bella salita faticosa ma ne è valsa la pena 😊
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
Giacomo D.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Your guide★★★★★★★★★★
S
Sara C.
Outing on 19 September 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Martina C.
Outing on 7 June 2026
★★★★★★★★★★
Salita dolce verso il rifugio f.lli Longo con una vista sempre aperta sulla valle, e poi ultimo sforzo verso il lago del diavolo. Una splendida giornata in compagnia dei Guidders.
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 900 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
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