GENEROSO PEAK – Day Hike – Level MODERATE

GENEROSO PEAK – Day Hike – Level MODERATE

GENEROSO PEAK – Day Hike – Level MODERATE https://www.trek-mi.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/IMG20220125120448-01.jpeg 2000 1333 TrekMI TrekMI https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/06abfb075285b8a5a261f53379093fe0?s=96&d=mm&r=g Gennaio 27, 2022 Novembre 27, 2022

Monte Generoso is the highest mountain in Val d’Intelvi, a valley that stretches from the italian little village of Argegno – located on the western branch of Lake Como – in direction of Switzerland. A peak overlooking Lake Lugano and that offers spectacular views over the surrounding valleys and mountains. Reaching Generoso Peak means crossing the border between Italy and Switzerland on foot. Just a few metres lower than the peak we find the highest station of the old fashion funicular that reaches Mount Generoso from Lake Lugano. Next to it the imposing structure of the “Stone Flower” restaurant stands magestically . Our itinerary developes on well-marked trails but sometimes narrow and exposed. Partecipants need to be confident on their feet.

BEST SEASON: may to october

WHAT TO EXPECT
TRIP TYPE: Day Hike Tour
TRIP LENGTH: Full Day
DRIVING TIME FROM MILAN: 1.5 hours – Let us know if you’re staying somewhere else and still want to organize the tour with us. We can meet you on the way!

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: MODERATE – Click HERE to understand the Hiking Difficulty Levels

DISTANCE: 10 km/6.2 mi
ELEVATION GAIN: 500 m/1,640 ft
HIGHEST ALTITUDE: 1.710 m/5,580 ft
LUNCH: bring your own packed lunch

Get a Quote

Private tours are only open to your party
20% discount on the total price for families with kids and parties of 3 and 4. For bigger groups please ask for quote.

GEAR NEEDED: check the list of Things to Bring on a Day Hike

IMPORTANT: we run our tours in almost all weather conditions and very rarely cancel. See our Terms and Conditions for information on cancellations and refunds

SANGUIGNO VALLEY – Day Hike – Level EASY or MEDIUM

Val Sanguigno is the valley of water. An unspoiled natural paradise crossed in all its lenght by the stream of the same name which, gathering numerous tributaries, creates waterfalls and crystalline pools. A valley to go through without a precise destination, simply enjoying the hike and the luxuriance of nature, in one of the best [...]

trek-mi-mediterranean-riviera-liguria-san-fruttuoso

SAN FRUTTUOSO FROM CAMOGLI – Day Hike – Level MODERATE

As wonderful as a mirage, the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, dating back to the 10th century A.D., is the most secluded of all the highlights hidden in the Natural Park of Portofino. Accessible only by boat or via hiking trail on the Portofino peninsula, this enclave, with a small cove beach and a green-blue sea, [...]

LAKE MAGGIORE – Day Hike – Level MODERATE

Mount Faiè is a privileged panoramic balcony over the Maggiore, Mergozzo and Orta lakes but also over the rugged mountains of the Val Grande National Park and the peaks of the Monte Rosa massif. Mount Faiè, albeit with its modest altitude, offers a spectacle as far as the eye can see. From the small rural [...]

VAL GRANDE NATIONAL PARK – Day Hike – Level MODERATE

Corte Buè was one of the most populated pastures in the Val Grande National Park, the most extensive wilderness of both Italian and European Alps. Thousands of hectares of mountains abandoned by man that nature has been slowly reclaiming over the past fifty years. A treasure to be preserved, that holds the memories of an [...]

trek-mi-gran-paradiso-national-park-hiking-nivolet

GRAN PARADISO NATIONAL PARK – 3 days Hike – Level MODERATE

There’s one place in Italy with the highest concentration of alpine ibex and alpine chamois. It’s called the Gran Paradiso National Park and is the “Grandpa” of all Italy’s protected areas, both in name and in fact. Gran Paradiso (the “Great Paradise”) was indeed the first one to be recognised as a National Park in [...]

MAIRA VALLEY – 3 days Hike – Level MODERATE

Val Maira is one of the most remote and peaceful of Italian valleys. So it is no surprise if most people have never heard of it. Yet Val Maira is absolutely stunning. A valley for connoisseurs who love dreamy landscapes, breathtaking views and authentic ancient traditions. A valley where not only sports enthusiasts, but also [...]

trek-mi-lake-como-private-guidede-tour-bellagio

SAN MARTINO’S CHURCH AND BELLAGIO – Day Hike + Sightseeing – Level EASY

The church of San Martino is without any doubt one of the best view points to admire Lake Como's unique shape. Perched on an apparently unreachable ledge of limestone that overlooks the village of Griante, San Martino's church rises right in front of the peninsula of Bellagio - the peninsula that separates the two southern [...]

trek-mi-rhaetian-alps-hiking-val-di-mello-little-yosemite

LITTLE YOSEMITE – Day Hike – Level EASY or MODERATE

Declared a Natural Reserve in 2009 and today the largest one in the Lombardy Region, Val di Mello lies 130 kms (80 mi) north of Milan, on the border with Switzerland. Val di Mello gets its namesake (Italian Little Yosemite) for features resembling some of the majestic formations found in California’s Yosemite Valley: imposing walls [...]

BRIOSCHI HUT ON GRIGNONE PEAK – Day Hike – Level VERY STRENUOUS

This is literally the highest you can get on the mountains surrounding Lake Como! Located at an altitude of 2.410m (7,900 ft) the mountain hut is dedicated to the mountaineer Luigi Brioschi and rises on top of the peak locally known as Grignone Mountain. Since 1926 the Brioschi Hut hosts hikers and mountaineers, delighting them [...]

trek-mi-aosta-valley-barbustel-hut-lakes

BARBUSTEL HUT AND LAKES – Day Hike – Level MODERATE or DEMANDING

Immersed in the pristine nature of Mont Avic Natural Park, Barbustel Hut serves as a base for exploring the infinite collection of alpine lakes in the surrounding areas. White Lake, Black Lake, Big Lake and so on, all different from one another and all picture perfect! From here, in a distance, we can enjoy wonderful [...]

GENEROSO PEAK – Day Hike – Level MODERATE