Alpe Baranca – Lake Baranca loop from La Gazza

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Alpe Baranca – Lake Baranca loop from La Gazza

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Alpe Baranca – Lake Baranca loop from La Gazza

02:54

13.8km

1,060m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

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482 m

Alpe Baranca

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Prime location to look forward to and to enjoy. With a bit of luck, cows and goats will keep you company.

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2.73 km

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 the Alps pass. In summer you can see herds of cows grazing, as well as chamois, ibex and marmots.

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6.81 km

Colle d'Egua

Highlight • Mountain Pass

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 peaks exceeding 4,000 metres. In this area there is also a bivouac that bears the same name as the hill. The surrounding trails vary between easy and technical sections, but most of them are suitable for running. The shortest route to reach this splendid panorama is from Carcoforo, but it is also possible to take a longer itinerary starting from Ceppo Morelli.

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9.08 km

Alpe Selle

Highlight • Settlement

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 the market. One of the most beautiful mountain pastures in the area.

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9.68 km

Lake Baranca

Highlight • Lake

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 and children flee persecution, headed for Switzerland, as well as bloody clashes between partisans and Nazi-fascist troops.
Nowadays, however, it is a very popular destination for hikers.

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9.94 km