The 20 Most Amazing Peaks around Vilminore Di Scalve

Malga Pratolungo is one of the most recognizable and significant points on the plateau between Borno, Val Sorda, and the slopes of Monte Altissimo. Online sources describe it as a former mountain hut now used as a hikers' support point, with a small room always open. Here is everything that emerges from the most reliable research. 🏔️ Identity and location Malga Pratolungo (approx. 1478–1482 m) is located in a wide panoramic pasture reached by ascending from Croce di Salven along trail CAI 186. It is a natural junction between: Val Sorda Malga Guccione Monte Altissimo The mountain hut is indicated as an "ex malga" (former mountain hut) in CAI descriptions and houses a room that is always open with a fireplace and table, useful as a shelter in case of bad weather. 🗺️ How to get there From Croce di Salven (most documented route) Parking at Parco delle Doline. Follow trail 186 passing through the Pozze di Val Sorda. Cross a small pass at 1482 m. Shortly after, the former Pratolungo mountain hut appears (average time: 1h40'). From Borno / Camping Ascend towards Croce di Salven and walk the entire Val Sorda along CAI 6. The mountain hut is reached after the large valley meadow.

The Cimon della Bagozza Refuge is located at 1,600 meters above sea level in the beautiful Conca dei Campelli, in the municipality of Schilpario (BG), in the Scalve Valley. It is an ideal destination for hikers, families, and snowshoers, nestled in the so-called "Little Bergamo Dolomites." 🏡 Main Information Management: Cimon della Bagozza Alpine Group – Manager Silvio Visini Phone: 0346 56300 Email: rifugiobagozza@hotmail.it Altitude: 1,600 m Beds: approximately 50 (35 indoors) Cuisine: Traditional Bergamo cuisine – the "Polenta e quel che c'è" menu is famous Open all year round Pets allowed 🥾 How to get there From Fondi di Schilpario: approximately 1 hour on foot, elevation gain +350 m By car: In summer, you can get very close to the refuge by parking in Cimalbosco Trails: CAI 419 and 428, also ideal for families and beginners ❄️ In winter The refuge is open even in the snow and is a perfect destination For: Snowshoeing Hiking with crampons Family weekend in the snow Always check the avalanche bulletin (ARPA Lombardia) before leaving 🌄 What to see nearby Lake Campelli Madonnina dei Campelli Mount Campioncino Don Giulio Corini Bivouac Cimon della Bagozza (2,407 m) – for experienced hikers

Low altitude refuge, it has the great advantage of being reachable by car thanks to the road that leads to the Vivione pass. Well maintained.

Small refuge, starting/stopping point for various paths in the upper Scalve valley

Small open chapel at an altitude of 2085m, just above the Città di Clusone bivouac, in memory of the dead of Presolana, right under its majestic walls.

Clearly visible from all the surrounding paths, and also popular. I saw many hikers passing through in high season.

A little-rated destination, there is no cross or summit book! But the view is worth the entire journey made to reach it. Be careful if you choose to head here, because the path is poorly marked.

The Cimon della Bagozza refuge is a beautiful and ancient refuge that still retains its traditional furnishings. Located eight kilometers from Schilpario, the refuge is a stop for expert and non-expert hikers who, both in summer and winter, head towards the Campelli pass and the Cimon della Bagozza.