TO Trip Overview
One day excursion accompanied by a hiking guide on the mountain paths of the Lanzo Valleys. You will be able to enjoy spectacular views over the peaks of the watershed with France, as well as immerse yourself in a nature that is sometimes wild and sometimes shaped by centuries of human use. The local guide will also allow you to get to know little-known corners, stories and traditions of the places you will pass through.
Possible sightings of alpine wildlife: ibex, marmots, chamois and with a little luck the bearded vulture.
For those who have a bit of training with 2-3 hours of walking you can reach the Gastaldi refuge at 2659 m where you can use the restaurant or continue along its paths that lead to the lake of the Rossa.
In a couple of hours you return to the starting point
Additional Info
Duration: 2 to 8 hours
Starts: TO, Italy
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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One day excursion accompanied by a hiking guide on the mountain paths of the Lanzo Valleys. You will be able to enjoy spectacular views over the peaks of the watershed with France, as well as immerse yourself in a nature that is sometimes wild and sometimes shaped by centuries of human use. The local guide will also allow you to get to know little-known corners, stories and traditions of the places you will pass through.
Possible sightings of alpine wildlife: ibex, marmots, chamois and with a little luck the bearded vulture.
For those who have a bit of training with 2-3 hours of walking you can reach the Gastaldi refuge at 2659 m where you can use the restaurant or continue along its paths that lead to the lake of the Rossa.
In a couple of hours you return to the starting point
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Pian della Mussa, Pian della Mussa, Province of Turin, Piedmont
The Pian della Mussa is the starting point for many excursions. Our guide will introduce you to the history and natural features of this Site of Community Importance.
The plateau is surrounded on three sides by high mountains, some of which are above 3500m.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rifugio Gastaldi, Localita’ Al Crot, Del Ciaussine, 10070 Balme TO, Italy
From the refuge there is a fantastic view of the vertical walls of the Uja di Bessanese.
You can have lunch at the refuge or continue walking on the paths around.
Duration: 2 hours