This passport is your companion to record an unforgettable journey through the trails and natural wonders of the Orobie Eastern Ring, which begins and concludes in Ardesio. Explore this loop each summer (starting mid-June), overnighting in mountain refuges, suitable for hikers, mountaineers, and travelers alike.
A passport to document a wonderful journey along the trails and natural beauties of the Eastern Orobie Loop that starts and arrives at Ardesio, and that hikers, mountaineers, and tourists can traverse every summer (from mid-June) as a single loop, staying overnight in the mountain huts.
The Orobie Loop is an unforgettable hiking experience, a multi-stage journey through the wild and fascinating heart of the Bergamo Orobie Alps. Eight days of walking, among enchanted woods, crystal-clear lakes, majestic peaks, and welcoming mountain huts, await you to give you unique emotions and breathtaking panoramas.
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Get ready for a medium difficulty hike, which will lead you through the Passo dei Laghi Gemelli, an alpine pass with spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. The final destination is Rifugio Laghi Gemelli, on the shores of the enchanting Laghi Gemelli, a place of rare beauty.
A hiking experience full of surprises, among crystal-clear lakes, shady woods, and exciting rocky passages. Cross the dam of Lago di Sardegnana, admire the views from Sponda Arsena, and end the day at Rifugio Calvi, immersed in a postcard-perfect landscape.
A stage reserved for the most expert hikers, with a challenging route that crosses the Passo di Valsecca and the Valle del Salto. Get ready to face exposed sections, snow patches, and rocky passages, but also to enjoy breathtaking panoramas.
Reach the roof of the Orobie! This high mountain stage will lead you to the highest point of the entire route, "Ol Simàl" (2712 m). Cross the Vedretta dei Secreti, a fascinating glacial environment, and admire the spectacular view from the surrounding peaks.
A panoramic hike that will take you through the wild Val di Coca, the Passo del Corno, and Sponda Arsena, with breathtaking views over Valmorta. The stage concludes at Rifugio Curò, overlooking the imposing dam of the Barbellino Basin.
A route of medium difficulty, rich in history and charm. Cross the Colle delle Miniere, once a place for barite extraction, and the Passo della Manina. Overcome Pizzo di Petto, with its equipped section, and end the day at Rifugio Albani, in a panoramic position.
The last stage, predominantly downhill, brings you back to Ardesio, closing the circle. It crosses the Valzurio, with its woods and pastures, and the small village of Piazzolo, before reaching the starting point, with the satisfaction of having completed an extraordinary adventure.