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Val Belviso and Rifugio Tagliaferri: A 2-Day Trek Among Alpine Lakes with Overnight Mountain Hut Stay
Localita' Ganda, Sondrio · Lombardia•2 days · 1 night•Trekking · 2,500 m
Experience
Multi-day treks
Difficulty ?
DIFFICULT PLUS
Where?
Sondrio, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+26
Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS TREK
Val Belviso and Rifugio Tagliaferri
Two days between the Valtellina and the Orobie, with lakes in between.
Group chat before departure
Come alone, leave with new friends
The experience
Day 1. We set off with the Guidders from Rifugio Cristina, climb through the woods and waters of the Val Belviso to the high pastures of Malga Pila, and from there to the panoramic Rifugio Nani Tagliaferri, where we spend the night. Day 2. We cross the Venerocolo lakes, descend the Valle di Campo and return to the Cristina, closing a circuit that never repeats the same landscape.
Wide, wild and surprisingly varied country: the kind that stays with you.
5 reasons to come - the night at Rifugio Nani Tagliaferri - the Venerocolo lakes on the second day - the high pastures of Malga Pila - the Val Belviso, with its woods and water - a true loop, between Valtellina and the eastern Orobie
Who it suits Two days with real height gain on mountain paths: good fitness and a sure step are needed.
A weekend that stays with you: set off with the Guidders.
GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens before departure: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+26 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
DIFFICULT PLUS
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1,600 m D+ · 22 km · 6 h over 2 days
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
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BEFORE YOU GO
Train your legs with a loaded backpack in the weeks before: you've got 3 h a day for 2 days in a row ahead. Nights in mountain huts are short: those who go to bed early the night before start better
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
A light backpack for 2 days: a change of clothes, a sleeping bag liner for the hut, a water bottle and 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)
✓Overnight
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Dinner in hut
✕Travel to Localita' Ganda
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.
Itinerary
Two days, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.
Elevation gain
1,600 m
Max altitude
2,500 m
Distance
22 km
Duration
2 days
Day 1
3 stops · from 08:30
Day 2
4 stops · from 08:30
Apple Maps08:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Starting from Rifugio Cristina
Meeting point: Rifugio Cristina in San Paolo, Val Belviso (Please note: phone service is unavailable). Our trek begins in the Val Belviso area, following a well-marked trail that immediately immerses you in the heart of the region's alpine scenery. The initial section allows you to find your rhythm, but the ascent gradually becomes steeper as we head towards the Val Pila branch. Here, the trek transforms: the forest gives way to more open slopes, streams, scree, and high-altitude pastures. As we approach Malga Pila, you'll already feel like you're on a true mountain adventure, with expansive views and an increasingly high-altitude environment.
13:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Malga Pila: A Taste of Mountain Paradise OR Malga Pila: Hike to Alpine Bliss OR Discover Malga Pila
From Malga Pila, we delve into the more mountainous section of our first day. The trail heads towards Passo del Venano, winding through a stark but incredibly scenic landscape, past remnants of military history, rocky outcrops, and offering sweeping views of the valley below.
15:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Nani Tagliaferri Mountain Hut
The final stretch towards the Tagliaferri Refuge is incredibly rewarding. You can feel yourself gaining altitude, the landscape opens up, and the atmosphere completely transforms. Reaching the refuge has that true "sense of accomplishment" that makes a day on the trails unforgettable.
How do you get to Localita' Ganda? 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
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Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.
What to bring
A list made for a multi-day trek: you carry everything you bring, so less is more.
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Sheet bag
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
First aid kit
RECOMMENDED
Mosquito repellent spray
RECOMMENDED
Spray anti-zecche
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
PICKED FOR YOU BY IBEX
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Questions?
I've never done a multi-day trek, can I do it?
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You need to be fit enough to walk a full day (6 h a day) and carry your backpack for 2 days. Rough and treacherous terrain requiring preparation and experience, equipment, and use of self-belay devices.
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 30 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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