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Monte Carameto: the panoramic loop over Val Ceno
Guiddy Difficulty Levels
Easy
Description
A summit chosen by military geographers as one of Italy's most beautiful views. There's a reason for that.
We set off with the Guidders from Passo del Pelizzone, where monks once welcomed travelers centuries ago, and follow the loop climbing through woods and pastures up to Monte Carameto. The trail traces ancient ridge mule tracks, past wild orchid blooms, with the view opening wider at every turn. Along the way we pass the Cappella di San Giovanni, with its little spring nearby: a perfect spot for a break. From the top the view is total: Val Ceno, Val d'Arda and all the way down to the Po plain.
It's not just local legend: the Italian Military Geographic Institute chose this exact peak for its land surveys, ranking it among Italy's 300 most scenic viewpoints.
5 reasons to join
- a panoramic summit officially ranked among Italy's finest views
- the loop through woods, pastures and historic ridge trails
- a break at the Cappella di San Giovanni and its spring
- wild orchid blooms along the ridge
- views over Val Ceno, Val d'Arda and the Po plain
Who it's for
A hike suited to anyone with average fitness: a few steeper stretches are easy to handle, no technical passages involved.
Book with the Guidders and come find out why this summit made it among Italy's most scenic.
Booking info
Free cancellation
To receive a refund, you have time to cancel up to 1 days in advance.
Insurance included
Injury and luggage insurance coverage with Unipol Sai.
Group chat
After booking, a few days before the event, you'll be added to the group chat for info about the trek, meeting time, and to coordinate carpooling.
Carpooling
We always organize carpooling, so even if you don’t have a car, don’t worry: we’ll find a way to get you there!
Guide
Gianpaolo
🎒 Guide with a backpack always ready to go Hi! I'm a certified Hiking Guide and Tour Leader, originally from Brianza but now at home in the Parma province. My true home? Every trail I travel. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for hiking in my backpack. I don't have a favorite place: all I need to do is lace up my boots and set off, sharing kilometers and emotions with those who walk alongside me. Every hike is a journey, every group a new story to experience step by step.
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€25.00
Leaving the Province: Parma
Leaving the Province: Parma