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Winter Wonderland in Alpe Devero with Lunch in Crampiolo!

Alpe Devero, provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 1,864 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piemonte
On your own?
Groups welcome too
Points
+13
Winter Wonderland in Alpe Devero with Lunch in Crampiolo!
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Winter in Alpe Devero

A wooden hamlet, a frozen lake and lunch at an inn.

Group chat a couple of days before

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from the Alpe Devero and climb the packed winter trail to the enchanting hamlet of Crampiolo, among wooden houses and silence. From there we carry on to the Lago delle Streghe, one of the most striking spots in the valley, and then to the Codelago dam, where — conditions permitting — we walk on the frozen lake. On the way back we stop for lunch at an inn in the hamlet.

5 reasons to come - the hamlet of Crampiolo, all wood and snow - the Lago delle Streghe in winter - walking on the frozen lake, conditions permitting - lunch at the inn, in the warmth - the Alpe Devero, one of the finest plateaus in the Alps

Who it suits A packed winter trail with nothing technical: proper kit and normal walking fitness.

Pure alpine magic: come and live it with the Guidders.

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
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+13 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
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
350 m D+ · 11 km · 5 h
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 5 h and 350 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. 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 insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Alpe Devero
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
350 m
Max altitude
1,864 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
5 h
Day
11 km · D+ 350 m · 5 h
Map
The stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Baceno, provincia del Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, 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
09:30PARKING
Hike departure
We'll meet at the Alpe Devero parking lot, our starting point. The daily parking fee is €6.
11:30LAKE
"Lake of the Witches"
Our trips feature highlights like the enchanting Lake of the Witches, the Codelago Dam, and the stunning Lake Devero, not to mention the famous panoramic viewpoint overlooking Crampiolo.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at a mountain hut
We'll have the chance to enjoy lunch together in the charming village of Crampiolo.
15:00PARKING
Back to the trailhead.
After lunch, we'll complete a loop trail, bringing us back to our vehicles.

How do you get to Alpe Devero? 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.

Backpack
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED

Your guide

Giacomo C.
Giacomo C.
· 10 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

I'm Giacomo, a mid-mountain leader registered with the Collegio Guide Alpine. I was born and raised among the peaks of the Val d'Ossola and the views of Lake Maggiore, and I turned my passion for the mountains into a profession. Over the last 10 years I've travelled through New Zealand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Corsica, Madeira and Spain, and of course along the trails of the Alpine arc and the Apennines, often looking for that genuine connection with wild nature. I'll take you to find real places far from mass tourism: from the hidden trails of the Val d'Ossola and Lake Maggiore to the iconic Dolomites, with routes tailored to every level. My mission? To let you experience the mountains as something that changes you: every step is a story, every view a memory that stays. 🎒 See you on the trails!

Italiano
Inglese
Guida di Media Montagna

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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 350 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?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
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Winter Wonderland in Alpe Devero with Lunch in Crampiolo!

Winter Wonderland in Alpe Devero with Lunch in Crampiolo!

Alpe Devero, Baceno (VB) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 1,864 m
Elevation gain
350 m
Max altitude
1,864 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
5 h
Guiddy points
+13
2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Winter in Alpe Devero

A wooden hamlet, a frozen lake and lunch at an inn.

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from the Alpe Devero and climb the packed winter trail to the enchanting hamlet of Crampiolo, among wooden houses and silence. From there we carry on to the Lago delle Streghe, one of the most striking spots in the valley, and then to the Codelago dam, where — conditions permitting — we walk on the frozen lake. On the way back we stop for lunch at an inn in the hamlet.

5 reasons to come - the hamlet of Crampiolo, all wood and snow - the Lago delle Streghe in winter - walking on the frozen lake, conditions permitting - lunch at the inn, in the warmth - the Alpe Devero, one of the finest plateaus in the Alps

Who it suits A packed winter trail with nothing technical: proper kit and normal walking fitness.

Pure alpine magic: come and live it with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
350 m D+ · 11 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 350 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. 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 insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Alpe Devero

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 11 km
Meeting point 9:30Alpe Devero
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:30PARKING
Hike departure
We'll meet at the Alpe Devero parking lot, our starting point. The daily parking fee is €6.
11:30LAKE
"Lake of the Witches"
Our trips feature highlights like the enchanting Lake of the Witches, the Codelago Dam, and the stunning Lake Devero, not to mention the famous panoramic viewpoint overlooking Crampiolo.
12:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Lunch at a mountain hut
We'll have the chance to enjoy lunch together in the charming village of Crampiolo.
15:00PARKING
Back to the trailhead.
After lunch, we'll complete a loop trail, bringing us back to our vehicles.

How do you get to Alpe Devero? 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.
Backpack
REQUIRED
Mini-crampons (in autumn-winter)
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED

Your guide

Giacomo C.
Giacomo C.
10 outings with Guiddy
Guida di Media Montagna

I'm Giacomo, a mid-mountain leader registered with the Collegio Guide Alpine. I was born and raised among the peaks of the Val d'Ossola and the views of Lake Maggiore, and I turned my passion for the mountains into a profession. Over the last 10 years I've travelled through New Zealand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Corsica, Madeira and Spain, and of course along the trails of the Alpine arc and the Apennines, often looking for that genuine connection with wild nature. I'll take you to find real places far from mass tourism: from the hidden trails of the Val d'Ossola and Lake Maggiore to the iconic Dolomites, with routes tailored to every level. My mission? To let you experience the mountains as something that changes you: every step is a story, every view a memory that stays. 🎒 See you on the trails!

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.

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 350 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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