Val Caronella, a stunning valley
set in the Parco delle Orobie Valtellinese, is a slice of paradise that offers
a range of all-ability hikes and opportunities for stunning views over central
Valtellina
The historic village of Carona is
where this hike begins. Those arriving by car (driving from Aprica towards
Sondrio) should follow signs to Val Belviso and then Carona, where there’s
approximately ten parking spaces. Take a moment to admire the ancient church
dedicated to S. Omobono that dates back to the 1400s. From here, there’s a
mellow gravel track that leads up to the huts at Pra’ di Gianni (1,350 metres),
followed by the picnic spot at Pra’ della Valle (1,370 metres).
Da questo punto è facile osservare e raggiungere le caratteristiche cascate per poi continuare su un sentiero più ripido e raggiungere la malga Caronella (1860 m).Per i più allenati il sentiero sale verso il passo di Caronella a quota 2600 metri (itinerario di 4/5 ore) per poi scendere per l’alta valle del Serio verso i bacini del lago del Barbellino dove si trovano il rifugio Barbellino e il Rifugio Antonio Curò.
The must-see waterfall is not far
away now, so take a look and then continue along the path, which is now
significantly steeper on the way to Caronella, a pasture at 1,860 metres of
elevation. Hikers looking for more exertion can continue to the Passo di
Caronella at 2,600 metres (a hike of roughly 4-5 hours) and drop down into the
upper Valle del Serio towards the Barbellino lake, where you can refuel at
Rifugio Barbellino or Rifugio Antonio Curò.
Start altitude: 1162 m
Finish altitude: 1850 m
Duration: 2 ore
Length: easy route to Caronella Waterfalls, then medium difficulty
For more info contact the Teglio Info Point: www.valtellinaturismo.com | tel. 0342 782000
