SUMMER

During the summer, especially from July onwards, the absence of snow allows you to safely explore every corner of the Alps, while the Refuges offer comfort and support along the hikes.

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Summer is the ideal time to undertake hikes in the Alps: especially from August onwards, the snow retreats, leaving room to explore every corner of these mountains in safety. The alpine refuges, usually open from the first weekend of June until mid-September, offer support and refreshment to visitors, making the experience even more pleasant.

Summer is characterized by long, sunny days, which allow you to dedicate more time to exploring the breathtaking landscapes and discovering the Alpine flora and fauna. Thanks to the milder temperatures, hikers can tackle more challenging trails and reach scenic peaks without worrying about climate-related difficulties.

Furthermore, summer offers numerous opportunities to participate in events and activities organized in Alpine locations, such as festivals, concerts and markets, further enriching the mountain experience.

THE BEST HIKES IN THIS CATEGORY

Rifugio Firenze and Seceda, balcony overlooking the Odle

Perhaps the best excursion of all the Dolomites, enclosed between mountain pastures and vertical walls.

5:00 h

15km

880

Aletsch Glacier — Aletschgletscher

The most classic excursion to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps.

4.30 h

14km

460

Glacier d'Orny and Cabanne du Trient

Excursion to the imposing Orny Glacier, in the Mont Blanc group

6:00 h

13km

970

Rifugio Bertone and Testa della Tronche, balcony on Mont Blanc

In Val Ferret, on a grassy ridge in front of the colossal views of the Mont Blanc.

6:30 h

16km

1010

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

Cima Brenta tour from Molveno (2 days)

A two-day ring to discover the incredible rocky balcony of the Brenta Dolomites.

2.00 h

33km

2390

Rifugio Valasco, Rifugio Questa, and the military mule tracks of Valscura

In the Upper Gesso Valley, incredible military roads, crystal clear lakes of Valscura and Claus, and two historic refuges.

7:00 h

20km

1020

Monte Fortin and Rifugio Elisabetta Soldini in Val Veny

A sensational panoramic terrace overlooking Mont Blanc and the Himalayan Miage Glacier.

7:30 h

21km

1190

From the Alpe di Siusi to the Bolzano allo Sciliar refuge

Walking on the Alpe di Siusi and Sciliar plateaus, among the most famous in the Dolomites.

7:00 h

21km

1000

The Road of 52 Tunnels in Pasubio

A visit to Rifugio Achille Papa and the Sacred Area of Pasubio, passing through the spectacular Strada delle 52 Gallerie

7:00 h

17km

1130

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

Lakes, glaciers and waterfalls in the Rutor Valley

Excursion to the Deffeyes Refuge via the Rutor Waterfalls, in front of the Rutor Glacier.

7:30 h

20km

1070

Zamboni Zappa refuge at the Belvedere Glacier

At the foot of the 4000 meters of Monte Rosa, the excursion to the Rifugio Zamboni Zappa is a glaciological tour.

5.30 h

13km

870

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

Via delle Creste Orientali del Resegone

A fun ridge path that runs along the dolomitic towers of Resegone.

5:00 h

12km

920

Ring of the Benigni refuge and the Trona and Zancone lakes

A long itinerary in the Alta Val Gerola, passing a refuge, 4 lakes, and some ibex.

6:00 h

15km

970

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

Puez refuge and Val Longia ring

Circular hike on a balcony overlooking the Val Longia gorge.

6:30 h

16km

1030

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

Bertacchi Refuge at Lake Emet

At Lake Emet, an almost perfectly circular lake, overlooking the Spluga Valley.

5:00 h

11km

990

Boval Hut at the Morteratsch Glacier

In front of the Bernina, in an imposing glacial environment.

5:00 h

14km

640

Lake Lunghin and Piz Lunghin

A lake, a peak, and a pass, all sharing a breathtaking view of the Bernina group and Lake Sils.

6:30 h

16km

1030

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

Forno Hut at the Forno Glacier

Long excursion in the Forno Valley, rewarded with views worthy of Patagonia.

8:00 h

21km

1020

Bignami refuge and Marson al Fellaria glaciological path

In the upper Valmalenco, in front of the Fellaria Glacier.

5.30h

15km

670

Herzogstand and Heimgarten ring

Two mountain lookouts overlooking the German plain and Walchensee.

4.30h

10km

360

Suretta Bivouac from the Spluga Pass

A panoramic circular ride astride the Spluga Pass, culminating at the Suretta Bivouac

5:00 h

11km

850

Tour from Lake Truzzo to Alpe Lendine

A long circular tour that touches all the most magical points of the remote Drogo Valley, a lateral side of the Spluga Valley.

7:00 h

17km

1190

The balcony of the Wettersteinwand

From Garmisch to Mittenwald, between gorges, Dolomite scenery and postcard-worthy lakes.

12:00 h

32km

1940

SUMMER

During the summer, especially from July onwards, the absence of snow allows you to safely explore every corner of the Alps, while the Refuges offer comfort and support along the hikes.

THE BEST HIKES IN THIS CATEGORY

Rifugio Firenze and Seceda, balcony overlooking the Odle

Perhaps the best excursion of all the Dolomites, enclosed between mountain pastures and vertical walls.

Aletsch Glacier — Aletschgletscher

The most classic excursion to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps.

Glacier d'Orny and Cabanne du Trient

Excursion to the imposing Orny Glacier, in the Mont Blanc group

Rifugio Bertone and Testa della Tronche, balcony on Mont Blanc

In Val Ferret, on a grassy ridge in front of the colossal views of the Mont Blanc.

At the Rochers de Naye, balcony overlooking Lake Geneva

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

Cima Brenta tour from Molveno (2 days)

A two-day ring to discover the incredible rocky balcony of the Brenta Dolomites.

Rifugio Valasco, Rifugio Questa, and the military mule tracks of Valscura

In the Upper Gesso Valley, incredible military roads, crystal clear lakes of Valscura and Claus, and two historic refuges.

Monte Fortin and Rifugio Elisabetta Soldini in Val Veny

A sensational panoramic terrace overlooking Mont Blanc and the Himalayan Miage Glacier.

From the Alpe di Siusi to the Bolzano allo Sciliar refuge

Walking on the Alpe di Siusi and Sciliar plateaus, among the most famous in the Dolomites.

The Road of 52 Tunnels in Pasubio

A visit to Rifugio Achille Papa and the Sacred Area of Pasubio, passing through the spectacular Strada delle 52 Gallerie

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.

Lakes, glaciers and waterfalls in the Rutor Valley

Excursion to the Deffeyes Refuge via the Rutor Waterfalls, in front of the Rutor Glacier.

Zamboni Zappa refuge at the Belvedere Glacier

At the foot of the 4000 meters of Monte Rosa, the excursion to the Rifugio Zamboni Zappa is a glaciological tour.

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.

Via delle Creste Orientali del Resegone

A fun ridge path that runs along the dolomitic towers of Resegone.

Ring of the Benigni refuge and the Trona and Zancone lakes

A long itinerary in the Alta Val Gerola, passing a refuge, 4 lakes, and some ibex.

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.

Puez refuge and Val Longia ring

Circular hike on a balcony overlooking the Val Longia gorge.

Gianetti Refuge in Val Masino

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

Bertacchi Refuge at Lake Emet

At Lake Emet, an almost perfectly circular lake, overlooking the Spluga Valley.

Boval Hut at the Morteratsch Glacier

In front of the Bernina, in an imposing glacial environment.

Lake Lunghin and Piz Lunghin

A lake, a peak, and a pass, all sharing a breathtaking view of the Bernina group and Lake Sils.

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.

Forno Hut at the Forno Glacier

Long excursion in the Forno Valley, rewarded with views worthy of Patagonia.

Bignami refuge and Marson al Fellaria glaciological path

In the upper Valmalenco, in front of the Fellaria Glacier.

Herzogstand and Heimgarten ring

Two mountain lookouts overlooking the German plain and Walchensee.

Suretta Bivouac from the Spluga Pass

A panoramic circular ride astride the Spluga Pass, culminating at the Suretta Bivouac

Tour from Lake Truzzo to Alpe Lendine

A long circular tour that touches all the most magical points of the remote Drogo Valley, a lateral side of the Spluga Valley.

The balcony of the Wettersteinwand

From Garmisch to Mittenwald, between gorges, Dolomite scenery and postcard-worthy lakes.

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