Hiking in the Stelvio National Park

Excursion in Rezzalo Valley from Frontanaccia to Il Merlo – Where the stream sings and the greenery breathes

From Fumero, a hamlet of Sondalo, you can reach the parking area of Fontanaccia (subject to a fee, so make sure you get a ticket from the parking meter located before the hamlet, immediately after a tunnel - the cost of the ticket is not included in the excursion price). From the parking area (1.508m), follow the dirt road that leads into Rezzalo Valley. The beginning of the route, which initially winds through lush woodland among pastures and hay meadows, is uphill but never very steep, and reaches the grassy plain that leads to the church of S. Bernardo (1.853m). The entire route runs alongside the Rezzalasco stream, which is torrential at the beginning of the hike but becomes a placid stream in the plain of S. Bernardo, branching out into meanders. Continue along the lower road, passing by the church and continuing to Il Merlo (1.896m), where there is a cozy picnic area. The return journey can be made along the same route as the outward journey or, with a little more climbing, by turning right at the Ronzone Lodges to pass by the Rezzalo Lodges and Rifugio La Baita.

Costs

Excursion fee (adults: 10 € - children 6/14 years: 6 € - children 0/5 years: free - family package (1 or 2 parents + under 14): 20 €
Registration by 6.00 pm the day before the trip at:
Stelvio National Park Office (Tel. +39 0342 901654 - info.torrealberti@stelviopark.it)
Bormio Tourism (Tel. +39 0342 903300 - info@bormio.eu)
Online at bormio.eu

Meeting at 9.30 am at the Fontanaccia parking area

Details

Difficulty level: low difficulty - touristic itinerary
Duration: about 3 hours 30 minutes of walking + breaks
Length: 9,1 km, 430 m elevation gain
Suitable for regular hikers. Recommended for those over 12 years old
Excursions will take place with a minimum of 5 registered participants. In case the minimum number is not reached, the event will be canceled and the fees paid will be refunded
The meeting point is accessible by private transport. Some parking areas and access roads are subject to fees
Pack lunch
Recommended equipment: trekking boots, appropriate clothing, especially at least one waterproof garment. It's advisable to bring a hat and a pair of long pants
Dogs are not allowed on excursions