Hiking in Val Sermenza
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Exploring the Val Sermenza
Itinerary In Valsesia
THE natural TREASURES
OF val Pitta
In a small side valley of Valsesia called Val Pitta by the inhabitants, quiet mountain villages surrounded by unspoiled natural scenery give life to picture-perfect landscapes of rare beauty. With this itinerary, you can discover Val Sermenza, one of the lesser-known valleys of Valsesia, where time seems to stand still.
1 Super-volcano of Valsesia
A massive fossil volcano, active 300 million years ago, of which today it is possible to admire incredible fossil outcrops. The super-volcano, which extends in the area between Balmuccia and Prato Sesia, is part of the “Sesia Val Grande” geo-park that since 2013 has been included by UNESCO among the sites of the “Unesco Global Geo-Park”.
2 boccioleto
Overlooked by an imposing 92-meter-high rock called Torre delle Giavine, Boccioleto in addition to being a paradise for climbers is a beautiful town rich in buildings of great artistic and architectural value. Do not miss the art trail leading from Boccioleto to Alpe Seccio: a pleasant route immersed in nature dotted with ancient chapels, shrines, and frescoed oratories.
3 rimasco – alto sermenza
Located on the shore of a picturesque artificial lake, Rimasco is a charming holiday village much appreciated by sport fishing enthusiasts. From the village, surrounded by lovely hamlets, it is possibile to reach Dorca village, a small and ancient Walser settlement, and Alpe Campo, where an adrenaline-filled fun-bob is located.
4 rima – alto sermenza
Walser settlement and the highest inhabited location in Valsesia Rima is a small village surrounded by a magnificent mountain amphitheater. The art of artificial marble made the inhabitants of Rima famous worldwide in the 19th century and it is still preserved today. After a tour to Pietro Della Vedova Gallery, a pleasant excursion to the beautiful Rima basin is a must.
5 carcoforo
This enchanting village of Carcoforo is located in Val d’Egua, a small valley separated from Val Sermenza. The fairy-tale landscape surrounding the village, located in one of the most beautiful basins of larch and fir trees in Valsesia, makes Carcoforo one of the most picturesque centers of the whole Alpine range. The village is the starting point for some beautiful excursions that reach the nearby valleys and Alta Valsesia Nature Park.
6 ALTA VALSESIA nature park
The Park, considered the highest protected area in Europe, offers unique landscapes and environments of great natural beauty, from beech and larch forests up to Monte Rosa, one of the highest peaks in Europe. The territory of the Alta Valsesia Nature Park extends beyond Val Sermenza to the municipalities of Alagna, Fobello and Rimella.
Supervulcano della Valsesia
Boccioleto
Rimasco – Alto Sermenza
Rima – Alto Sermenza
Carcoforo
Parco Naturale Alta Valsesia
how to get to the Val Sermenza
BY CAR
From Varallo: take SP 299 “Strada della Valsesia” towards Alagna. From Balmuccia take SP 10 towards Rimasco.
From Milano and Torino: from the A4 take the A26 junction at Biandrate, direction Gravellona Toce, and exit at Romagnano S.- Ghemme. From the motorway exit, take the SP299 “Strada della Valsesia” in the direction of Varallo-Alagna. From Balmuccia take SP 10 towards Rimasco.
BY BUS
Daily bus services connect Varallo to Boccioleto, Rimasco, Carcoforo and Rima. How to get to Valsesia.
FLEXIBUS SHUTTLE
The ‘FLEXIBUS’ shuttle service connects Varallo to various towns in Val Sermenza. The service is by reservation only and varies depending on the time of year (summer and winter schedules apply).
Approfondimento
HIKING NOT
TO BE MISSED
The Art Trail: Boccioleto – Alpe Seccio
From Boccioleto trail N. 387 to Alpe Seccio
Loop of the alpine pastures of Rima
From Rima trail to Alpe Lanciole, Alpe Lavazei, Alpe Brusiccia, Alpe Vallezoo, Alpe Vallé
Carcoforo – Colle Bottigia
From Carcoforo trail N. 113 towards rifugio Massero
Plan your holiday
Where to eat, where to sleep, how to get around: plan your trip to Valsesia and Vercelli!
