Mount Melma from Lecco to Ballabio: An Easy Panoramic Trek Above Lake Como

A perfect trek for Guidders who want to start directly from Lecco and conquer a panoramic summit without straying too far: Monte Melma from Lecco to Ballabio is the ideal excursion for an intense but accessible half-day. This itinerary combines trail, woods and ridge, with a manageable elevation gain and a view that surprises more than the mountain's name suggests.

Monte Melma (914 m), nestled between Resegone and Grigne, is a peak often underestimated but capable of offering incredible views of Lecco, Valsassina and Lake Como. Ascending from Lecco and descending towards Ballabio creates a complete, dynamic and never monotonous itinerary.

An authentic Guiddy experience: easy to organize, super rewarding and perfect for sharing the mountain with the community.

Join the Guidders for this trek to Monte Melma: a perfect outing to disconnect, move and discover a “hidden” summit that offers much more than it promises. Book your place and come experience it with us.

Monte Melma is one of those peaks you don't expect: uncrowded, easily accessible and with a surprising view. The mix of urban departure and total immersion in the woods makes it perfect for those who want to “escape” without long journeys.

The passage to Sass Quader, with the panoramic cross, is the real highlight: from there the view opens onto all of Lecco and the surrounding mountains.