Chiesa In Valmalenco is a region in the province of Sondrio, Lombardy, characterized by its diverse alpine landscape. Situated at the confluence of the Lanterna and Mallero rivers, it is surrounded by the Western Rhaetian Alps, Bernina Alps, and Scalino Group. The terrain features impressive peaks, lush forests, alpine lakes, and glaciers, alongside vast meadows and rocky ravines. This varied environment provides a setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
105
Routes
4.6
(355)
Average rating
3621
People visited

4.4
(17)
86
hikers
10.8km
03:40
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(18)
111
hikers
7.43km
02:50
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(7)
86
hikers
16.6km
05:58
800m
800m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(15)
81
hikers
16.4km
06:50
1,060m
1,060m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(38)
208
riders
43.8km
04:37
1,680m
1,680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
(16)
113
riders
22.8km
02:59
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
(21)
101
riders
24.6km
02:11
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
55
riders
37.4km
04:24
1,720m
1,720m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.9
(8)
161
riders
34.6km
02:39
880m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
98
riders
33.4km
03:00
1,260m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
99
riders
28.4km
02:14
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
30
riders
77.2km
05:37
1,450m
1,450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(2)
76
riders
36.4km
02:29
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(1)
28
riders
23.1km
01:32
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
89.4km
06:24
3,080m
3,080m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

27
riders
26.2km
01:43
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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50
runners
27.0km
04:14
1,460m
1,460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

40
runners
27.2km
03:08
680m
680m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

38
runners
9.22km
01:06
220m
210m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

34
runners
8.23km
00:55
180m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(10)
132
riders
38.1km
02:20
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
15.7km
01:05
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
26.2km
02:14
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
15.2km
01:02
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
26
hikers
17.1km
07:43
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(2)
23
hikers
16.3km
11:41
1,590m
1,590m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

12
hikers
2.45km
03:44
390m
380m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(2)
13
hikers
10.9km
05:17
790m
790m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Chiesa In Valmalenco offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features 280 routes across these sports. These activities are rated an average of 4.46 out of 5 stars by more than 10,000 visitors.
Popular hiking options range from accessible paths to challenging high-alpine routes. Notable trails include the trek to Lake Palù, which is surrounded by woods and pastures, and various routes around Chiareggio. The multi-day Alta Via della Valmalenco is a 68-mile (110 km) high-altitude excursion. For more options, consult the Hiking around Chiesa In Valmalenco guide.
Yes, Chiesa In Valmalenco provides various cycling routes from easy to hard. The Rusca trail is a pleasant 20-mile (32 km) cycle path connecting to Sondrio. The Valmalenco loop offers scenic landscapes suitable for mountain and gravel bikes. Explore more options in the Cycling around Chiesa In Valmalenco guide.
The area is well-suited for mountain biking, offering a selection of trails. The Palù Bike Park provides dedicated trails, including some suitable for families, accessible via the Snow Eagle lift. Other routes range from moderate to difficult, such as the Lake Palù and Campo Moro Dams Loop. Refer to the MTB Trails around Chiesa In Valmalenco guide for more information.
Chiesa In Valmalenco is characterized by impressive peaks of the Western Rhaetian Alps, Bernina Alps, and Scalino Group. The landscape includes clear alpine lakes, lush forests, high-altitude glaciers, and waterfalls. The Scerscen Valley offers expansive panoramas, and the region is historically known for its soapstone quarries.
Yes, Chiesa In Valmalenco offers accessible paths suitable for beginners and families. The trek to Lake Palù is a popular and relatively easy option. The Palù Bike Park also features dedicated trails suitable for families. Many routes cater to various fitness levels.
The terrain in Chiesa In Valmalenco is diverse, featuring vast meadows, dense forests, and morainic slopes. Trails can also traverse rocky ravines, high-altitude pastures, and areas with waterfalls. This variety provides different challenges and scenic experiences.
Chiesa In Valmalenco is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars. There are 280 routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Chiesa In Valmalenco, including Hiking around Chiesa In Valmalenco, Cycling around Chiesa In Valmalenco, Running Trails around Chiesa In Valmalenco, MTB Trails around Chiesa In Valmalenco, Mountain Hikes around Chiesa In Valmalenco, and Gravel biking around Chiesa In Valmalenco.
For official tourism information, visit the website www.sondrioevalmalenco.it. You can also contact the Valmalenco Office directly by phone at +39 0342/451150. The local municipality website is www.comune.chiesainvalmalenco.so.it, and their phone number is +39 0342 451114.
Chiesa In Valmalenco provides varied terrain suitable for jogging. Trails follow riverbeds, and more demanding climbs are available in higher alpine regions. A challenging 17-mile (27 km) route is the "Sentiero Rusca e Rifugio Bosio Galli" loop. A scenic 5.7-mile (9.2 km) loop along the Lanterna torrent is also available. More options can be found in the Running Trails around Chiesa In Valmalenco guide.

