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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]