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Winter Trek on Mount Caio in the Hundred Lakes Park with a Mountain Hut Lunch

Tizzano Val Parma, Parma · Emilia-Romagna•1 day•Hiking · 1,584 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Parma, Emilia-Romagna
On your own?
No problem
Points
+14
Winter Trek on Mount Caio in the Hundred Lakes Park with a Mountain Hut Lunch
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Winter on Mount Caio

Winter trekking on Monte Caio, in the Schia area, is a captivating excursion in the heart of the Regional Park of the One Hundred Lakes, one of the most fascinating corners of the Parma Apennines. An ideal experience for Guidders who wish to experience the mountains in winter amidst snowy woods, silence, and open views of the Tuscan-Emilian ridge. The route gently ascends the slopes of Monte Caio, crossing beech and fir forests transformed by the snow into a muffled and magical environment. The silence of the high altitude, interrupted only by the sound of footsteps on fresh snow, accompanies the walk to panoramic points, from which the view sweeps over the main peaks of the Apennines. The end of the excursion is dedicated to conviviality, one of the central elements of the Guiddy spirit. For those who wish, there is a stop at a refuge with a typical lunch, a true celebration of local flavors. The menu includes fried polenta with lard and cheeses from the Parma Apennines, followed by a dish of your choice between polenta with mushrooms, polenta with meat sauce, or polenta with melted cheeses. A perfect winter trekking to combine nature, walking, and sharing, to be experienced together with the Guidders community in one of the most authentic contexts of the Apennines.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Winter trekking on Monte Caio, in the Schia area, is a captivating excursion in the heart of the Regional Park of the One Hundred Lakes, one of the most fascinating corners of the Parma Apennines. An ideal experience for Guidders who wish to experience the mountains in winter amidst snowy woods, silence, and open views of the Tuscan-Emilian ridge. The route gently ascends the slopes of Monte Caio, crossing beech and fir forests transformed by the snow into a muffled and magical environment. The silence of the high altitude, interrupted only by the sound of footsteps on fresh snow, accompanies the walk to panoramic points, from which the view sweeps over the main peaks of the Apennines. The end of the excursion is dedicated to conviviality, one of the central elements of the Guiddy spirit. For those who wish, there is a stop at a refuge with a typical lunch, a true celebration of local flavors. The menu includes fried polenta with lard and cheeses from the Parma Apennines, followed by a dish of your choice between polenta with mushrooms, polenta with meat sauce, or polenta with melted cheeses. A perfect winter trekking to combine nature, walking, and sharing, to be experienced together with the Guidders community in one of the most authentic contexts of the Apennines.

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 1 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+14 Guiddy points
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Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
490 m D+ · 10 km · 4h30
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 4h30 and 490 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport
✕Optional lunch in hut
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
490 m
Max altitude
1,584 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
4h30
Day
10 km · D+ 490 m · 4h30
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Sp65 14, 43028 Tizzano Val Parma provincia di Parma, 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
09:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Schia Tizzano Val Parma (PR) - Noè Refuge
Meeting Point and Departure: Schia Tizzano Val Parma (Parma), at the Rifugio Noè mountain hut.
11:00VIEWPOINT
Sentiero naturalistico
Nature Trail through the Woods
11:30SUMMIT
Monte Caio
Sentiero Escursionistico Monte Caio
12:30VIEWPOINT
"100 Lakes Park" or "The Park of 100 Lakes"
"100 Lakes Park: A Nature Lover's Paradise"
14:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Arrivo Rifugio Noè Schia
Arrive at the mountain refuge. For those interested, you can stop for lunch and enjoy a traditional "Polentata" featuring the flavors of the Parma Apennines.

How do you get to Tizzano Val Parma? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell pants
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Thermal blanket
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
· 35 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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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 4h30 with 490 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?
⌄
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Winter Trek on Mount Caio in the Hundred Lakes Park with a Mountain Hut Lunch

Winter Trek on Mount Caio in the Hundred Lakes Park with a Mountain Hut Lunch

Tizzano Val Parma, (PR) · Emilia-Romagna
1 day · Hiking · 1,584 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
490 m
Max altitude
1,584 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
4h30
Guiddy points
+14
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Winter on Mount Caio

Winter trekking on Monte Caio, in the Schia area, is a captivating excursion in the heart of the Regional Park of the One Hundred Lakes, one of the most fascinating corners of the Parma Apennines. An ideal experience for Guidders who wish to experience the mountains in winter amidst snowy woods, silence, and open views of the Tuscan-Emilian ridge. The route gently ascends the slopes of Monte Caio, crossing beech and fir forests transformed by the snow into a muffled and magical environment. The silence of the high altitude, interrupted only by the sound of footsteps on fresh snow, accompanies the walk to panoramic points, from which the view sweeps over the main peaks of the Apennines. The end of the excursion is dedicated to conviviality, one of the central elements of the Guiddy spirit. For those who wish, there is a stop at a refuge with a typical lunch, a true celebration of local flavors. The menu includes fried polenta with lard and cheeses from the Parma Apennines, followed by a dish of your choice between polenta with mushrooms, polenta with meat sauce, or polenta with melted cheeses. A perfect winter trekking to combine nature, walking, and sharing, to be experienced together with the Guidders community in one of the most authentic contexts of the Apennines.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
490 m D+ · 10 km · 4h30
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 4h30 and 490 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Transport
✕Optional lunch in hut

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 9:30Tizzano Val Parma
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Schia Tizzano Val Parma (PR) - Noè Refuge
Meeting Point and Departure: Schia Tizzano Val Parma (Parma), at the Rifugio Noè mountain hut.
11:00VIEWPOINT
Sentiero naturalistico
Nature Trail through the Woods
11:30SUMMIT
Monte Caio
Sentiero Escursionistico Monte Caio
12:30VIEWPOINT
"100 Lakes Park" or "The Park of 100 Lakes"
"100 Lakes Park: A Nature Lover's Paradise"
14:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Arrivo Rifugio Noè Schia
Arrive at the mountain refuge. For those interested, you can stop for lunch and enjoy a traditional "Polentata" featuring the flavors of the Parma Apennines.

How do you get to Tizzano Val Parma? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Cap
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Gloves
REQUIRED
Waterproof shell pants
REQUIRED
Thermal shirt
REQUIRED
Sunglasses
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Thermal blanket
RECOMMENDED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Change of clothes
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
35 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

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 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 4h30 with 490 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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