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Val d'Otro: Walser hamlets and waterfalls above Alagna

Frazione Pedelegno, Vercelli · Piemonte•1 day · Sunday•Hiking · 1,800 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY PLUS
Where?
Vercelli, Piemonte
On your own?
Groups welcome too
Points
+16
Val d'Otro: Walser hamlets and waterfalls above Alagna
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The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Guiddy Experience
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WHY THIS HIKE

A hanging valley at the foot of Monte Rosa

Val d'Otro, above Alagna Valsesia, is one of the most authentic corners of the whole Monte Rosa area: a natural terrace suspended above the valley floor, where nature, history and alpine culture meet.

Group chat a couple of days before

The experience

We follow the old paths used by the Walser people, of Alemannic origin, who settled these mountains from the 13th century onwards. Starting from Alagna (1,191 m), the trail climbs the valley through woods and pastures to the high Walser hamlets, their wood-and-stone houses still lived in during summer, and to the waterfalls tumbling down the slope.

It is 10 kilometres and 600 metres of ascent: a steady climb without difficulty, reaching 1,800 metres, with Monte Rosa appearing overhead as soon as the valley opens.

This is an easy hike: 600 metres of ascent over ten kilometres, on well-marked mule tracks and trails with no technical sections. Suitable for beginners too. Bring hiking boots, water and a packed lunch.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up Val d'Otro.

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 25 November, 23:59. You pay nothing when you book.
Recommended age 25–45
It's not a rule: it just tells you what kind of group to expect. You can still sign up if you're outside this range.
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.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
600 m D+ · 10 km · 5 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 5 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter. 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
✕Parking
✕Travel to Frazione Pedelegno
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
1,800 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5 h
Sunday
29 Nov
10 km · D+ 600 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Partenza, Frazione Pedelegno 25, 13021 Alagna Valsesia provincia di Vercelli, 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
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Alagna Valsesia
We meet the Guidders at the car parks in Alagna Valsesia (VC), Pedelegno hamlet, at 1,191 metres. From here the trail climbs Val d'Otro through woods, waterfalls and Walser hamlets. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.

How do you get to Frazione Pedelegno? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED

Guiddy Experience

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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 600 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
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✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before (for this date: 25 November, 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
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Val d'Otro: Walser hamlets and waterfalls above Alagna

Val d'Otro: Walser hamlets and waterfalls above Alagna

Frazione Pedelegno, Alagna Valsesia (VC) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,800 m
Elevation gain
600 m
Max altitude
1,800 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+16
7 photos
+3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

A hanging valley at the foot of Monte Rosa

Val d'Otro, above Alagna Valsesia, is one of the most authentic corners of the whole Monte Rosa area: a natural terrace suspended above the valley floor, where nature, history and alpine culture meet.

The experience

We follow the old paths used by the Walser people, of Alemannic origin, who settled these mountains from the 13th century onwards. Starting from Alagna (1,191 m), the trail climbs the valley through woods and pastures to the high Walser hamlets, their wood-and-stone houses still lived in during summer, and to the waterfalls tumbling down the slope.

It is 10 kilometres and 600 metres of ascent: a steady climb without difficulty, reaching 1,800 metres, with Monte Rosa appearing overhead as soon as the valley opens.

This is an easy hike: 600 metres of ascent over ten kilometres, on well-marked mule tracks and trails with no technical sections. Suitable for beginners too. Bring hiking boots, water and a packed lunch.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up Val d'Otro.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
600 m D+ · 10 km · 5 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 5 h and 600 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Warm layers, a windproof jacket, 1.5 litres of water and a headlamp: the days are getting shorter. 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
✕Parking
✕Travel to Frazione Pedelegno

Itinerary

Sunday · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:00Partenza
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:00MEETING
Meeting at Alagna Valsesia
We meet the Guidders at the car parks in Alagna Valsesia (VC), Pedelegno hamlet, at 1,191 metres. From here the trail climbs Val d'Otro through woods, waterfalls and Walser hamlets. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.

How do you get to Frazione Pedelegno? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED

Guiddy Experience

Sunday 29 November
GuiddyExcursion
Hikes picked for you

Guides and coordinators we pick for you.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

After your outing, you can share your story too.

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 5 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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