The route starts from the Macolini hamlet (1656 m), north of Madesimo, crosses the stream and continues along the plateau formed by the Scalcoggia. On the right, the trail climbs in switchbacks, then ascends a ridge up to Rifugio Bertacchi near Lake Emet, at 2192 m altitude. Skirting the lake on the left, it continues to Niemet Pass at 2294 m, where the border marker between Italy and Switzerland is located.
Madesimo Lake Emet
Itinerary details
Trekking
1:34 h
2.39 km
505 m
Moderate
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