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Valle Baranca e Colle d'Egua − loop tour

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Valle Baranca e Colle d'Egua − loop tour

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Valle Baranca e Colle d'Egua − loop tour

07:13

13.6km

1,160m

Hiking

Embark on a difficult 8.5-mile (13.6 km) loop tour through the Valle Baranca, climbing 3821 feet (1165 metres) over approximately 7 hours and 13 minutes. You will start on paved mule tracks along the Mastallone stream, moving through peaceful beech glades and alpine pastures like Catolino. As you ascend, the…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.96 km for 415 m

After 8.09 km for 2.85 km

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120 m

La Gazza - Santa Maria

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Small town at the end of the inhabited valley. From here you connect to the Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA).

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2.73 km

Alpe Baranca Hut

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The Alpe Baranca Refuge is located in the basin of the same name, in an enchanting setting. This is where the Via Alpina and the GTA, the Great Crossing of …

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3.95 km

Lake Baranca

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Lake Baranca is located at the foot of Alpe Selle, where there are the remains of Villa Aprilia (or Lancia). During the Second World War this place saw men, women …

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4.52 km

Alpe Selle

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Historical place of primary importance at 1800 meters. For centuries trade exchanges have taken place and also thanks to the proximity of Lake Baranca. The Hotel was the center of …

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6.86 km

Colle d'Egua

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Colle d'Egua, at 2,239 meters above sea level, is a connection between Fobello and Carcoforo, known for the magnificent panorama it offers on Monte Rosa, which here exhibits all its …

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13.6 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.3 km

3.22 km

132 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

2.40 km

132 m

< 100 m

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Valle Baranca e Colle d'Egua − loop tour

La Gazza - Santa Maria

Alpe Baranca Hut

Lake Baranca

Alpe Selle

Colle d'Egua

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