Qualido Pond – Bidet della Contessa loop from Val Masino

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Qualido Pond – Bidet della Contessa loop from Val Masino

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Qualido Pond – Bidet della Contessa loop from Val Masino

01:30

5.38km

110m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

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Riserva Naturale Val Di Mello

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633 m

Qualido Lake

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The Qualido lake is a small body of water located in the Val di Mello, a nature reserve in the Val Masino. It was formed in 2009 due to a …

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644 m

Qualido Pond

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It is worth a visit, in winter with snow and in summer to swim in the lakes, a shame about the crowds that lately flock to these places.

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989 m

Bidet della Contessa

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The "Bidet della Contessa" pool, located in the Mello valley, is a natural jewel known for its crystalline waters of an intense turquoise colour. In this lake, the surrounding mountains …

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1.51 km

Mello Hut

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Great Refuge! Very friendly staff! Great Food! I highly recommend it.👍

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1.64 km

Luna Nascente Mountain Hut

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Rifugio Luna Nascente

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2.70 km

Information board for the Val di Mello Nature Reserve

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Explain the necessary to the few who read it attentively. Well done!

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2.72 km

Rasega Hut

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New management for this refuge with rooms in the typical stone huts of the valley.
Traditional cuisine!
Many paths in the surrounding area, also for families. Ascents for the more …

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