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Hiking : CAI 201

Italy Lombardy Sondrio

This hiking route in the CAI 201 area is an extremely difficult 15.913 km long trail with an elevation gain of 1540 meters, taking an estimated duration of 7 hours and 32 minutes to complete.

Starting at the trailhead, hikers will pass by "Il Bivacco" restaurant just 0.77 km into the hike. As you continue on, at around 1.5 km into the trail, you'll come across the beautiful "Cascata della Val Sambuzza" waterfall. Further along the trail, at 4.88 km, you can find "Lago di Val Sambuzza" and at 4.99 km, "Laghi di Caldirolo," both stunning natural water features.

At around the midway point of 6.17 km, you will reach "Bivacco Pedrinelli," a wilderness hut where you can take a rest. Continuing on, at 5.7 km, you'll find "Lago di Varobbio," another picturesque lake. At 6.26 km, there's the "Passo di Publino" saddle, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Throughout the hike, there are several amenities such as benches, drinking water facilities, and information points available at various points along the trail to provide convenience for hikers. It is recommended to bring an ample water supply, snacks, proper hiking gear, and to check the weather forecast before embarking on this challenging trek.

This out-and-back trail in the CAI 201 area offers a rewarding but strenuous hiking experience for those looking to challenge themselves amidst stunning natural surroundings.