Trekking

Start at the base of the impressive falls, where, among the meadows to their right, a path crosses a small stream. From here, on the left, you are in the vicinity of the last houses of the Sarlone district; still on the left, along the path through dense woods, you quickly ascend to the first […]

The natural setting is priceless. You move through an alpine habitat that has remained unchanged, in which signs of anthropization are almost absent. Throughout the hike, you enjoy wonderful views that alone repay the many labors. The whole trail takes about 5 hours and is suitable for those with a good workout in their legs. […]

By following this route you have the opportunity to discover the ancient paths used by the “spalloni”, the smugglers who from long ago transported goods between Switzerland and Italy. Start by car from Gordona. From here, take the road that climbs towards Val Bodengo (you need to get a pass, purchasable at the start of […]

The route follows the sunny side of the valley above Piuro and Chiavenna, connecting three historic settlements located at different elevations. Savogno, Dasile and Corbia are linked by a trail that combines more demanding hiking sections with panoramic walks, allowing visitors to discover some of the most remarkable scenery in Valchiavenna. The route can be […]

The carden of Valchiavenna are simple yet ingenious buildings, found mainly in rural hamlets and farming areas throughout the valley. Built primarily from stone and wood, they served as storage buildings for harvested crops, small agricultural warehouses and spaces for preserving food and the tools needed for everyday mountain life. One of the most distinctive […]

In the heart of Valle Spluga, Madesimo still preserves a strong connection with the figure of Giosuè Carducci, who visited this Alpine destination several times between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It is from this historical connection that the Carducci Trail was created, offering a cultural and nature itinerary that retraces the places […]

Located in the municipality of Campodolcino, in the heart of Valle Spluga, the Caurga della Rabbiosa is one of the most striking examples of how water has shaped the Alpine landscape. Over the centuries, the Rabbiosa stream has carved a narrow gorge into the rock, creating vertical walls, natural cavities and deep incisions that make […]

Passing through the historic center of Chiavenna, one reaches the hamlet of Loreto, following the signs for Campedello/Crotti Freege. This leads to the hamlet of Cranna, a popular little gem. Credit is also due to the owners of the houses who take great pains to keep the village tidy at all times. We are about […]

Every mule track is a masterpiece of ingenuity and taste. The long mule track that climbs from Gordona to the Alpe Cermine is among the most beautiful in Valchiavenna. It is the so-called benefactor’s mule track. The view that will open before your eyes during the route, as well as the one you will appreciate […]

The commitment of the CAI members, with the support of the Prata Camportaccio Forest Consortium, gave life to a welcoming and well-organized building, to which many have attached affection and personal memories. For those wanting to reach this destination, there are two very beautiful routes that develop on the two sides of Val Schiesone. From […]

The nucleus of Frasnedo is very characteristic, well preserved and cared for, offering passing tourists the warm hospitality of the refuge of the same name, owned by the consorzio d’alpe, which provides generous meals and overnight lodging. The hamlet can be reached directly from Verceia or by leaving the car at Tracciolino (end of the […]

From Gordona, more trained hikers can already start walking to the alp. Alternatively, one can drive to the village of Donadivo (737 m). From here on foot in three hours you will reach your destination. A third opportunity is provided by the Orlo alp (1165 m) reachable by car, gaining about an hour’s walk, at […]

Daloo is reached on foot starting from Chiavenna, taking the path that climbs from Pianazzola. Until the 1950s, Daloo was inhabited all year round. Here, the school and parish were active, and the community was mainly engaged in agriculture and livestock farming, tending this place like a garden. Today, as then, the meadows that stretch […]

Its difficult geographical conformation, combined with a particularly rich nature, have preserved this stupendous ravine from human action over the years. Impossible not to be captivated by such wild beauty. And it was precisely with those hikers in mind who like to follow the less beaten paths, far from the most frequented routes, that the […]

A valley of 45 square kilometers of territory with no road access, which has managed to maintain an intact natural environment, crossed by footpaths connecting ancient rural clusters and alpine pastures. An area that allows the visitor to enjoy a wide variety of landscapes: from panoramic views of Lake Mezzola, to the canyons carved by […]

The route starts from the hamlet Voga of Menarola and climbs steeply passing through Alpe Dardano (1334 m a.s.l.) and then Alpe Buglio (1554 m a.s.l.). From Alpe Buglio the path continues to the left keeping on the slope; it continues with a slight incline crossing a sparse larch forest. A deviation to the left […]

Valchiavenna is not just “sterile and very high mountains with large rocks,” as Leonardo da Vinci also mentioned during his stay in 1490. It is a splendid place that offers perfect conditions to practice advanced hiking, in search of historical-cultural as well as gastronomic aspects. The possibility of understanding elements of a rural life now […]

Eected to an ideal start in Piazza Castello, Chiavenna, take Via Maurizio Quadrio and, before reaching the bridge over the Mera, turn right into Via Poiatengo. On this evocative route between the river, woods and cliffs, you arrive in Prosto di Piuro, where the numerous crotti, the church dedicated to the Assumption and a handcrafted […]

Lonely, on top of the mighty rocky spur overlooking the right bank of the valley, between Gordona and San Pietro di Samolaco, this construction draws the attention of many. The construction dates back to the second half of the 12th century and was part of a complex system of sighting and signaling of possible invaders.Easily […]

Built in the 1930s to connect the hydroelectric facilities of Val Codera and Val dei Ratti, the Tracciolino was originally a service railway used by Edison employees travelling along the mountainside. Traces of this industrial past are still visible today, with rails, tunnels and engineering structures lining the route. The trail extends for several kilometres […]

The Via Bregaglia crosses one of the most distinctive alpine regions between Switzerland and Italy, following the valley through mountains, small villages, and landscapes shaped by both nature and human activity. The route follows a network of marked trails and historic paths linking Val Bregaglia to Chiavenna, allowing visitors to discover a variety of environments […]

Stage 1 – Chiavenna to Samolaco We leave Chiavenna along the long straight stretch of Via Volta until we cross the bridge over the Liro stream, after which we turn right entering San Mamete. We descend to the Mese power plant and then climb up to Coloredo locality, where we cross the Crezzo stream to […]

Stage 2 – From Samolaco to Sorico From the hamlet of Era we follow the paved road that climbs to Fontanedo, just before a hairpin bend we take a path that leads briefly to Casenda. We cross the bridge over the stream of the same name until we reach the village of Vigazzuolo. On a […]

The ViaSpluga follows an ancient communication route that has been used since Roman times to cross the Alps and connect Northern Europe with Italy. Today, the trail still preserves much of its original character, following historic mule tracks, alpine roads and paths shaped over centuries by merchants, pilgrims and travellers. The route stretches between Switzerland […]