Alpe il Laghetto - Rifugio Andolla

Before setting off, please see the Practical Information section.

GTA and SFT red and white markings.

(S) From the Rifugio dell'Alpe Laghetto, heading west, begin the ascent of the Passo di Campo with caution as a short section is somewhat exposed.

(1) At the pass, turn right and, after a short rocky section, reach the ruins of Alpe Campo and the Laghetti di Campo. Pass the largest lake and climb up a steep path to Passo Straciugo (2,350 m).

(2) After Passo Straciugo, descend about 100 metres and return to Alpe Straciugo and a torrent. Continue climbing to Passo di Potimia (2,378 m).

(3) At the pass, enjoy the view of the peaks of the Bognanco Valley and the Zwischbergental, including the Weissmies. Begin the descent to the Potimia lakes, then the ruins of the chalets of the eponymous Alpe. Continue on this high plateau to Alpe Porcareccia at the junction with the GTA trail coming from Passo del Büsin.

(4) Cross the mountain pastures to reach a junction with a trail coming from the Zwischbergen valley just at the foot of the Passo di Andolla.
Begin the last climb of the day towards the Passo di Andolla (2,418 m).

(5) At the Col d'Andolla, turn into the Antrona Valley and walk to the Rifugio Andolla (E).

⚠ Demanding stage, reserved for experienced hikers
⚠ This route includes a long section rated T3: from Rifugio Alpe il Laghetto (S) to Passo Potimia (3).
⚠ Reminder about route ratings: see this page.
? Red and white SFT and GTA markings.
? Mountain equipment, including good hiking boots, warm clothing and sun protection.
? The IBP statistics for the route give a difficulty rating of 99 HKG
? Stopover lodge: Andolla Rifugio Andolla

• Passo di Campo.
• Passo Straciugo.
• Passo di Pontimia.
• Passo di Andolla.