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High-Altitude Weekend Escape: Conquer the Heart of the Orobie Alps!

Valbondione, Bergamo · Lombardia•2 days · 1 night in a mountain hut•Trekking · 2,740 m
Experience
Multi-day treks
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+30
High-Altitude Weekend Escape: Conquer the Heart of the Orobie Alps!
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS TREK

Weekend at Rifugio Curò

Two days between emerald lakes and one shaped like a heart.

Group chat before departure
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Day 1. We set off with the Guidders from Valbondione and climb along the river Serio to Lago del Barbellino and Rifugio Curò, a panoramic balcony where we spend the night. First, the obligatory photo at the Sword in the Stone.

Day 2. We climb to Lago della Malgina, then to Lago di Gelt — famous for its heart shape — and the Passo della Caronella, before returning by way of the Barbellino again.

5 reasons to come - Lago di Gelt and its heart shape - the night at Rifugio Curò - the Sword in the Stone, an obligatory stop - Lago della Malgina and the Passo della Caronella - glacial valleys and emerald lakes, one after another

Who it suits Two days with serious height gain: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

The upper Val Seriana as few people see it: 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 21 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
Included in the price.
+30 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
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
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I+
D
D+
2,000 m D+ · 30 km · 12 h over 2 days
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Train your legs with a loaded backpack in the weeks before: you've got 6 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
✓
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 Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
✓Overnight and Half Board
✓Mountain hut
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Drinks
✕Tourist tax
✕Travel to Valbondione
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

Two days, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
2,000 m
Max altitude
2,740 m
Distance
30 km
Duration
2 days
Day 1
2 stops · from 13:00
Day 2
4 stops · from 11:00
Map
2 days · 30 km
Meeting point 13:00approximate
provincia di Bergamo, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We meet a little earlier: a coffee, water bottles to fill and a toilet before setting off.
HOW TO GET THERE
13:00MEETING
Meeting point: Valbondione
Parking is available in Valbondione (Bergamo). Please note that parking requires a scratch-and-display ticket costing 3 euros per day.
17:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Barbellino Lake & Curò Refuge Hike OR Barbellino Reservoir & Curò Refuge Trek OR Hike to Lake Barbellino and Curò Refuge
"A vast alpine basin nestled amongst the peaks of the Orobie Alps. The Curò Refuge overlooks its waters, offering postcard-perfect views and authentic mountain hospitality. We'll be staying here for the night, getting ready for the adventures of the next day."

How do you get to Valbondione? 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 a multi-day trek: you carry everything you bring, so less is more.

Sleeping bag
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED

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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 (12 h a day) and carry your backpack for 2 days. Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
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 21 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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High-Altitude Weekend Escape: Conquer the Heart of the Orobie Alps!

High-Altitude Weekend Escape: Conquer the Heart of the Orobie Alps!

Valbondione, (BG) · Lombardia
2 days · Trekking · 2,740 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
2,000 m
Max altitude
2,740 m
Distance
30 km
Duration
2 days
Guiddy points
+30
6 photos
+2 photos
WHY THIS TREK

Weekend at Rifugio Curò

Two days between emerald lakes and one shaped like a heart.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Day 1. We set off with the Guidders from Valbondione and climb along the river Serio to Lago del Barbellino and Rifugio Curò, a panoramic balcony where we spend the night. First, the obligatory photo at the Sword in the Stone.

Day 2. We climb to Lago della Malgina, then to Lago di Gelt — famous for its heart shape — and the Passo della Caronella, before returning by way of the Barbellino again.

5 reasons to come - Lago di Gelt and its heart shape - the night at Rifugio Curò - the Sword in the Stone, an obligatory stop - Lago della Malgina and the Passo della Caronella - glacial valleys and emerald lakes, one after another

Who it suits Two days with serious height gain: good fitness and a sure step are needed.

The upper Val Seriana as few people see it: set off with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
2,000 m D+ · 30 km · 12 h over 2 days
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Train your legs with a loaded backpack in the weeks before: you've got 6 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
✓
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

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy Accident, Medical and Baggage Insurance
✓Overnight and Half Board
✓Mountain hut
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Drinks
✕Tourist tax
✕Travel to Valbondione

Itinerary

2 days · approximate times
Day 1
Day 2
Map
2 days · 30 km
Meeting point 13:00Valbondione
We meet a little earlier: a coffee, water bottles to fill and a toilet before setting off.
13:00MEETING
Meeting point: Valbondione
Parking is available in Valbondione (Bergamo). Please note that parking requires a scratch-and-display ticket costing 3 euros per day.
17:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Barbellino Lake & Curò Refuge Hike OR Barbellino Reservoir & Curò Refuge Trek OR Hike to Lake Barbellino and Curò Refuge
"A vast alpine basin nestled amongst the peaks of the Orobie Alps. The Curò Refuge overlooks its waters, offering postcard-perfect views and authentic mountain hospitality. We'll be staying here for the night, getting ready for the adventures of the next day."
See day 2 →

How do you get to Valbondione? 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 a multi-day trek: you carry everything you bring, so less is more.
Sleeping bag
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Change of clothes
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED

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 never done a multi-day trek, can I do it?
⌄
You need to be fit enough to walk a full day (12 h a day) and carry your backpack for 2 days. Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding.
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?
⌄
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