recommended route
Stage 7
SFT - San Bernardo - Alpe Laghetto
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Discover the eastern Valais Alps in 9 stages over 122 kilometers.
difficult
Distance 8.5 km
4:00 h
846 m
452 m
7th stage: In the footsteps of the Pope. From the Oratory of St. Bernard you follow the D0 hiking trail for a while to Alpe Pragio. This follows the old mule track, which led from Domodossola to the Monscera and was used by Pope Gregory X on his return journey from Lyon in 1275, but also served Baron Stockalper as an alternative route to the Gondo gorges. You then continue on the Sentiero Italia (SI) hiking route to the beautiful valley basin of the Vallaro (hut), and then climb back up to the Alpe Laghetto refuge, the stage destination of the Via Alpina.
Author’s recommendation
On the way, visit the St. Bernard's Oratorium.
Difficulty
difficult
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,040 m
Lowest point
1,229 m
Best time of year
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Rest Stop
Rifugio Alpe il LaghettoRifugio San Bernardo
Yolki Palki
Safety information
The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the hiker's responsibility.Tips and hints
Weitere Wanderinformationen finden Sie auf: www.simplon.ch
Start
Rifugio San Bernardo (1,637 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.151425, 8.193506
DMS
46°09'05.1"N 8°11'36.6"E
UTM
32T 437721 5111188
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Destination
Rifugio Alpe Laghetto
Turn-by-turn directions
Rifugio San Bernardo - Alpe Praglio - Pizzanco - Rifugio Alpe Laghetto
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Bis nach Domodossola gelangt man mit dem Zug von Brig. Weitere öffentliche Verkehrsmittel sind in Italien zu nehmen.Coordinates
DD
46.151425, 8.193506
DMS
46°09'05.1"N 8°11'36.6"E
UTM
32T 437721 5111188
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Equipment adapted to the weather is essential. Good, sturdy mountain boots are strongly recommended for all hikes.Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Blister kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
8.5 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
846 m
Descent
452 m
Statistics
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Maps and trails
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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