Hike Val Qualido – Valle di Zocca, through the Passo Averta

The hike from Val Qualido to Valle di Zocca, through the Passo Averta towards the Rifugio Allievi – Bonacossa, is very long and panoramic. Only for experts, accessible during the summer. Shortly: Elevation gain: 1464 m. Hiking time: 8 – 10 h Difficulty: EEA (sections with chain) Max elevation: Passo Averta 2540 m. Trail: marked…

Hike Rifugio Omio to Rifugio Gianetti, through Passo del Barbacan

Bagni di Masino → Rifugio Omio → Passo del Barbacan → Rifugio Gianetti → Bagni di Masino. Amazing and long hike, accessible also in the opposite direction. Shortly: Elevation gain: 1426 m. Hiking time: 8 – 10 hours Difficulty: EEA (sections with chain) Max elevation: Passo del Barbacan 2598 m. Trail: n° 21 marked with…

Riccio Room, pictures update

Many things have changed over the years: colors, interior design… Here are some updated images of my favourite room. Below a couple of pictures of the bathroom in the “Ricco” room. Sere

Yummy spring forest

Yummy spring forest, between a passing shower and some spring snow. DandelionIt never stopped growning even during the winter. Now it gives its best in quality and quantity. Hey, don’t pick the root if you don’t want to use it! After a late winter with spring temperatures, here is beginning of spring with almost winter…