Col de Longet and Bivacco Olivero

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Col de Longet and Bivacco Olivero

Hard

4.7

(170)

824

hikers

Col de Longet and Bivacco Olivero

05:16

10.9km

830m

Hiking

Embark on a difficult 6.8-mile (10.9 km) hike to Col de Longet and Bivacco Olivero, a challenging route that gains 2722 feet (830 metres) over approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. The trail begins with a flat section before a steep forest ascent, leading you through bucolic landscapes with tranquil…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.22 km

Blue Lake

Highlight • Lake

Large and scenic alpine lake, a stop before the demanding descent to Chianale is a must

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2.88 km

Antolina Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Nice walking route, starting from Chianale and going up to the Blue Lakes, Olivero bivouac and other lakes

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5.16 km

Longet Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Very particular hill with a wonderful view of the Monviso and the Pic d'Asti. There are many little men on the ground

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5.42 km

Bivouac Enrico Olivero

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The metal structure bivouac (2647 m) named after Enrico Olivero was inaugurated in August 2018.
It is in a panoramic position, between the Longet and Bes lakes. The internal structure, …

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10.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.34 km

1.31 km

248 m

Surfaces

8.92 km

995 m

423 m

313 m

248 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 6 November

2°C

-3°C

14 %

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It’s going to be cold. Wrap up warm and watch out for ice.

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Comments

October 21, 2023,Laghi Bleu, Bes, Longet (Valle Varaita - CN)

Trip shortened due to snow and wind. Beautiful anyway! Departure from Chianale.

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July 10, 2024,Laghi Bleu, Bes, Longet (Varaita/Ubaye-CN/F)

Departure from the last car park after Chianale, recognizable by the bridge on the left and the dirt road.
The path immediately starts straight up to Lago Bleu, then flattens out and goes straight from Bleu to Col de Longet. Subsequently the French valley opens up into a splendid plateau. From Bes you can go to Bivacco Olivero, reachable in …

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July 29, 2025,Bivacco Olivero+laghi (Valle Varaita-CN)

Departure from the last parking lot in Chianale.
Continue straight, passing Lakes Bleu, Bes, and Longet.
To reach the bivouac, descend the Sentiero del Lupo.
Splendid place!

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