Gran Paradiso the Wild trekking - Canavese - Piedmont

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It is the least "comfortable" package we have designed, considering the 2 nights in bivouacs, but it is the tour that delves deepest into the true wild heart of Gran Paradiso National Park.
In this 5-day nature trek on the Piedmont side of the park, you will traverse the ancient royal mule tracks that connect the various valleys through alpine passes and cols, in an untouched and isolated territory like few others.

Starting from Locana (Lake Teleccio), we will ascend the Piantonetto Valley, a theater of mountaineering and rock climbing, then cross the Noaschetta Valley (municipality of Noasca), also surrounded by imposing granite walls, until we reach the legendary Ivrea bivouac, so remote and inaccessible from every side that it sees only a few visitors each season.
We will continue into the Ciamorassetto Valley, characterized by Gran Piano and the Casa di Caccia where we will spend the night, then towards the Roc Valley and the Giraudo bivouac, and onward to the Nivolet Pass, passing through the Porta Pass and the beautiful Lago Lillet, from where the return to Ceresole Reale will begin.

A linear route that retraces the alta via canavesana and the path of the famous Royal Ultra Sky Marathon, one of the most beautiful mountain running competitions in the entire Alpine arc.
Spending a night at the Ivrea bivouac (2770m), the Casa di Caccia del Gran Piano (2200m), and the Giraudo bivouac (2630m), among the most remote and isolated bivouacs in the Alps, will be a unique and unrepeatable experience! Although adaptation is required!

Close encounters with the typical fauna of Gran Paradiso National Park are guaranteed!

You will be accompanied by an experienced hiking guide familiar with the area, fluent in English.
Overnight stays will be at Rifugio Pontese, Bivacco Ivrea, Casa di Caccia del Gran Piano, and the Giraudo bivouac (2630m). All meals will be packed lunches and are included in the package.

This package is designed for those who want to discover the beauty and tranquility of the mountains, for nature and adventure lovers, outside of industrial and mass tourism.

This package is suitable for tourists of all ages, with good fitness and a habit of hiking in the mountains, as well as an excellent spirit of adaptability.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience an authentic wilderness adventure in one of Europe's most beautiful national parks and the oldest in Italy.

Book your excursion in the Piedmont side of Gran Paradiso National Park today!

1° Giorno:

• Meeting in the early afternoon with the guide in Locana Canavese
• Briefing and equipment check, transfer by car to Lake Teleccio (1900m)
• Trekking to Rifugio Pontese (2100m)
• Dinner and overnight stay at Rifugio Pontese

Technical data:

• Distance: approximately 2 KM
• Elevation gain (D+): 210m
• Elevation loss (D-): 0m
• Total time: approximately 1 hour

Equipment and Clothing:
-Trekking backpack (25/30l)
-Water bottle
-Trekking poles
-Crampons
-Layered technical clothing (like an onion)
-Cap or bandana
-Breathable T-shirts
-Breathable base layer
-Breathable second layer (e.g., fleece sweater)
-Waterproof and windproof jacket (shell)
-Heavy down jacket
-Water-repellent trekking pants
-Trekking boots (preferably waterproof)
-Gloves

Personal Hygiene Items:
-Face mask
-Hand sanitizer gel
-Towel
-Sleeping sheet and blanket or lightweight sleeping bag
-Soap, shampoo, etc.

Accessories:
-Sunglasses
-Sunscreen with appropriate UV protection
-Lip balm with UV protection
-Mobile phone and charger
-Headlamp
-Cash in Euros (not all refuges accept credit cards)

Additional Recommended Equipment and Supplies:
-Thermal underwear (for cold periods and personal preferences)
-First aid kit (important: adhesive bandages)
-Energy bars
-Power bank for your mobile phone

Required Travel Documents:
-Identity card / Passport

If you need equipment or anything else, do not hesitate to contact us! We will take care of rentals and provide you with what you need!

Technical Features:

Hikers should be capable of tackling ascents of at least +1000m and distances of around 15km on various types of terrain (earthy, rocky, stony, forested). The route may include some easy exposed and/or equipped sections that do not require special equipment or technical skills. However, they are not recommended for those who suffer from severe vertigo and/or have an unsteady gait. Upon request, the trekking program can be customized according to your level.

Accommodation and Meals

To fully immerse our guests in the alpine climate and mountain environment, we offer alpine refuges as the default accommodation option (with single rooms if available). If, however, you prefer accommodations with a higher level of comfort, feel free to contact us for a tailored offer! We will find the most suitable solution for you!
Some tours may include overnight stays in basic alpine bivouacs that lack any kind of comfort (excluding mattresses and blankets). These are unique experiences, but adaptation is necessary.

All meals are included and will be packed.
Any meals not mentioned in the description of the various stages are not included in the package price.

Responsible Tourism

To travel with respect for the environment, places, and people who welcome us:

- Always ask permission before photographing people.
- Leave no trace of your passage, do not litter.
- Do not collect "souvenirs" from protected natural environments and archaeological sites.
- Always try to stay on the designated trails, do not disturb animals, and do not damage plants.
- Do not waste water and energy, precious resources for the entire planet.
- Respect the rules established by the owners of the accommodation facilities.

Whether you are traveling by train or by plane, the Orco Valley and Gran Paradiso National Park are easily accessible from the main stations and airports in Milan and Turin, in approximately 2-3 hours.

From Turin:
From Torino Lingotto, Porta Nuova, or Porta Susa train stations, take the Canavesana railway line towards Rivarolo Canavese.
At Rivarolo, disembark and take the bus to Ceresole Reale.

From Turin-Caselle Airport, take the train to Torino Dora station.
At Torino Dora, take the Canavesana railway line towards Rivarolo Canavese.
At Rivarolo, disembark and take the bus to Ceresole Reale.

From Milan:
From Milan Centrale station, take the train towards Torino Porta Nuova.
From Porta Nuova station, take the Canavesana railway line towards Rivarolo Canavese.
At Rivarolo, disembark and take the bus to Ceresole Reale.

From Milan Malpensa Airport, take the Malpensa Express train to Milan Centrale station.
At Milan Centrale, take a train to Torino Porta Nuova.
At Torino Porta Nuova, disembark, change trains, and take the Canavesana railway line towards Rivarolo Canavese.
Disembark at Rivarolo Canavese station and take the bus to Ceresole Reale.

Alternatively, by bus:
From Milan Malpensa Airport, take the SADEM bus to Torino Porta Susa station.
From Torino Porta Susa station, take the Canavesana railway line towards Rivarolo Canavese.
At Rivarolo, disembark and take the bus to Ceresole Reale.

By Car from Turin:
Drive towards the north ring road of Turin, take the exit to Caselle, and follow the Torino-Caselle expressway. Take the third exit towards Rivarolo/Parco Gran Paradiso (SS460) and follow it to Ceresole Reale.

By Car from Milan:
Take the A4 highway towards Turin, exit at Santhia' towards Ivrea/Aosta (E25), and at Ivrea, exit again and follow the signs to Ceresole Reale/Parco Gran Paradiso.

Contact us if you need a private transfer from Milan/Turin to Canavese, or if you require further information on how to reach us.