FALL

In autumn, the colors of the foliage and the clarity of the days blend together, giving an unparalleled experience.

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Autumn is an extraordinary time for hiking, thanks to the incredible colors of the foliage that paint the landscapes in warm and welcoming shades. Here is a selection of excursions designed to immerse you in the magic of autumn.

The foliage initially appears at high altitudes and on the northern, colder sides of mountains (larch forests between 1500 and 2000 metres) in the last two weeks of October, and then descends to lower altitudes (deciduous trees between 1000 and 1500 metres) during November. After days of rain, it is possible to admire the mountain peaks sprinkled with snow, creating a spectacular contrast with the warmth of the autumn colours.

During autumn, the Alps offer a high frequency of clear days, with clear skies thanks to northerly winds that sweep away the clouds. The excursions in this section have been selected to offer you the best routes to see autumn at its best.

THE BEST HIKES IN THIS CATEGORY

Saoseo Lake and Viola Lake in Val di Campo

Two lake pearls in a valley dotted with mountain pastures. At its best between October and November.

4.30 h

13km

550

At the Rochers de Naye, balcony overlooking Lake Geneva

The 2000 closest to Lake Geneva, half green plateau, half pinnacle of vertical rock.

4:00 h

10km

550

Rifugio Cristina, balcony overlooking the Valmalenco larch forest

Short walk to Rifugio Cristina on Alpe Prabello, at the foot of Pizzo Scalino.

2:00 am

6.5km

230

Balcony from Silvaplana to the Maloja Pass

Easy balcony dominated by breathtaking views of the Sils and Silvaplana lakes, with the Bernina and the Bregaglia peaks in the background.

4:00 h

13km

470

The loop hike of the 10 lakes of Mount Avic (2 days)

10 lakes, 3 refuges, and a 3000m. A long 27km ring in the Monte Avic Natural Park, almost all in a severe alpine environment between 2000 and 3000 metres.

12:00 h

27km

1710

At the Barbustel Refuge, in the heart of the Monte Avic Natural Park

Crystal clear lakes and larch forests with a North American feel, in less than 3 hours of walking. The fastest excursion to the Barbustel refuge.

4.30 h

9.6km

700

Savogno, Dasile, and the Acquafraggia waterfalls

Ring of the Acquafraggia waterfalls - ladders, pools of water, Lilliputian villages and ancient mule tracks.

3:00 h

5.5km

620

The Lago Bianco ring at Pian dei Cavalli

On the balcony of the Spluga Valley: from Starleggia to Pian dei Cavalli, Lago Bianco and Monte Bardan.

4:00 h

10km

830

From the Resinelli Plans to the Rosalba Refuge

One of the most classic destinations in the Lombardy Prealps. Dolomite-style views, an hour's drive from Milan.

3:00 h

6km

530

Monte Grona and Monte Bregagno

On the grassy ridge between Monte Grona and Bregagno, face to face with Lake Como.

6:00 h

13km

1120

Gianetti Refuge in Val Masino

An obligatory stop in the mountains of Lombardy, in the presence of the granite giants of Val Masino.

7:30 h

15km

1480

Cima di Morissolo and fortifications of the Cadorna Line

A peak overlooking Lake Maggiore, with just a 30-minute walk, and with a maze of tunnels of the Cadorna Line.

1.30 h

3.5km

170

Alp and Munt La schera, lookouts on Lake Livigno

North American views, with the turquoise Lake Livigno and wide valleys cloaked in fir and larch trees.

4:30 h

13 km

810

Gerli Porro Refuge and Ventina Glaciological Path

Discovering Alpe Ventina, on the trail of a retreating glacier.

3.30h

10km

700

Lake Vago, the blue pearl of Livigno

Short excursion to Lago Vago, a Caribbean lake so blue it seems fake.

3:00 h

6km

520

The Antrona Valley ring: Antrona Lake and Campliccioli Lake

Short excursion around the lakes of Antrona and Campliccioli, in the lower Antrona Valley.

3:00 h

10km

400

The Cardinello Path (or Via Mala)

Carved into the rock of a narrow gorge, the Cardinello Path is one of the oldest and most spectacular stretches of the Via Spluga.

4.30h

12km

660

FALL

In autumn, the colors of the foliage and the clarity of the days blend together, giving an unparalleled experience.

THE BEST HIKES IN THIS CATEGORY

Saoseo Lake and Viola Lake in Val di Campo

Two lake pearls in a valley dotted with mountain pastures. At its best between October and November.

At the Rochers de Naye, balcony overlooking Lake Geneva

The 2000 closest to Lake Geneva, half green plateau, half pinnacle of vertical rock.

Rifugio Cristina, balcony overlooking the Valmalenco larch forest

Short walk to Rifugio Cristina on Alpe Prabello, at the foot of Pizzo Scalino.

Balcony from Silvaplana to the Maloja Pass

Easy balcony dominated by breathtaking views of the Sils and Silvaplana lakes, with the Bernina and the Bregaglia peaks in the background.

The loop hike of the 10 lakes of Mount Avic (2 days)

10 lakes, 3 refuges, and a 3000m. A long 27km ring in the Monte Avic Natural Park, almost all in a severe alpine environment between 2000 and 3000 metres.

At the Barbustel Refuge, in the heart of the Monte Avic Natural Park

Crystal clear lakes and larch forests with a North American feel, in less than 3 hours of walking. The fastest excursion to the Barbustel refuge.

Savogno, Dasile, and the Acquafraggia waterfalls

Ring of the Acquafraggia waterfalls - ladders, pools of water, Lilliputian villages and ancient mule tracks.

The Lago Bianco ring at Pian dei Cavalli

On the balcony of the Spluga Valley: from Starleggia to Pian dei Cavalli, Lago Bianco and Monte Bardan.

From the Resinelli Plans to the Rosalba Refuge

One of the most classic destinations in the Lombardy Prealps. Dolomite-style views, an hour's drive from Milan.

Monte Grona and Monte Bregagno

On the grassy ridge between Monte Grona and Bregagno, face to face with Lake Como.

Gianetti Refuge in Val Masino

An obligatory stop in the mountains of Lombardy, in the presence of the granite giants of Val Masino.

Cima di Morissolo and fortifications of the Cadorna Line

A peak overlooking Lake Maggiore, with just a 30-minute walk, and with a maze of tunnels of the Cadorna Line.

Alp and Munt La schera, lookouts on Lake Livigno

North American views, with the turquoise Lake Livigno and wide valleys cloaked in fir and larch trees.

Gerli Porro Refuge and Ventina Glaciological Path

Discovering Alpe Ventina, on the trail of a retreating glacier.

Lake Vago, the blue pearl of Livigno

Short excursion to Lago Vago, a Caribbean lake so blue it seems fake.

The Antrona Valley ring: Antrona Lake and Campliccioli Lake

Short excursion around the lakes of Antrona and Campliccioli, in the lower Antrona Valley.

The Cardinello Path (or Via Mala)

Carved into the rock of a narrow gorge, the Cardinello Path is one of the oldest and most spectacular stretches of the Via Spluga.

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