Our 10 recommendations in the Valley

Just past the bridge is PARCO FRASNINO, a free public park with a shelter and restroom, a photo exhibition of the bridge construction, an exhibition of rural architecture models, bàait-1877 (a restored mountain hut), and a with rest areas, picnic spots, large wooden tables, and benches , meadows, and the starting point for easy and challenging trails of varying lengths difficulty + Crotto Frasnino (consortium kiosk).

Please note:

1) Birdwatching, observing birdlife from a vantage point above the mountain huts.

2) A loop that leads down to the Arched Dam (eastbound) or, alternatively, to the Old Frasnino Bridge (westbound), with a return hike up to the village (on easy trails, but with some exposed sections—please exercise caution).

A gentle climb along the easy and safe cobblestone trail through the cool woods up to an elevation of1,322 m ; 45 min (follow Trail 163 to the Posa junction).

La Posa (in the local dialect) was a stop where farmers would rest to regain their strength. This isa public area equipped with benches, wooden tables, a barbecue, and a drinking fountain.

In the “Posa” area, you’ll also find information boards from the Orobie Valtellinesi Park describing the flat“Butterfly Trail” that crosses the Foppe mountain pasture.

The Rovedatti Bivouac is a small, self-managed mountain hut with panoramic views, open to all hikers. Located at 1,850 meters above sea level, it is accessible even in winter via snowshoes by crossing the Tibetan bridge.

Perched on a picturesque ridge overlooking Lake Como, it offers unique views of sunrises and sunsets of rare beauty.

A long trail marked with AV flags that runs along the entire perimeter of the valley.

Trails that are exposed in places and intended for experienced hikers, with possible connections to other shelters in the valley.

E-bike rental service at L’Agrisogno!

Cycle far and wide throughout the valley to explore its 40 hamlets.

Campo Loop: 3-hour hike (Campo, La Sponda, Bùres, Sostila, Pràa Barùu viewpoint, Culmen, Làres Park, Campo).

Sostila, a quiet medieval village with three-stone doorways, accessible only on foot (with the frescoed church of Gisoeul at La Sponda along the way).

Hike up Mount Culmen ( 30 min.) along the sunny “VIA DEL SOLE” trail, passing through Làres Park, with Heidi’s swing halfway along the trail.

Discover the “In the Footsteps of Sister Maria Laura”trail, centered around the beautiful alpine village of Piana.

Two loops of easy religious/thematic trails set amid lush greenery, passing through the hamlets and churches of Val Lunga.

Wood: the lifeblood of Valtartano.

Orobie Valtellinesi Park Museum, featuring farmers' tools (housed in the former Val Lunga school building).

A classic, moderate hike through the Val Tartano to three beautiful natural alpine lakes. 

An easy hike of 1.5 hours starting from the Pirata and Beniamino mountain huts in the picturesque village of Arale.