ALPE PEDRORIA past and present Bitto pastures
An excursion requiring medium effort and which will lead us on the pastures where Bitto cheese were and is still produced; Bitto is the very famous and precious cheese whose tradition dates back to Celtic period.
Pastures where cows still graze and cheesemakers still produce cheese respecting ancient traditions; pastures where ancient dairies can be found and are to be restored as an important heritage; magnificent views on Valtellina, Monte Disgrazia and Pizzo Badile; walking among bilberries and juniper bushes; and finally having the chance to taste Bitto and handcrafted beer.
Technical details
Difference in altitude: 470 m
Distance: 9 km
Real walking time: 5 hours
Maximum altitude: 1950 m a.s.l.
Description
After a tasting break including Bitto cheese and more local products accompanied byan handcrafted beer savouring chestnut honey by Du Lac brewery, we will visit dairy processes on pastures.
Return to car parking on easy path in order to enjoy the dark of the night in the forest, under a sky full of stars.
Tasting moment is part of the excursion.
Hiking and trekking into the mountains also mean recognizing the value of the work people living and working on these mountains are doing. As far as possible, Trek&Taste supports local economies.
Points of interest
- Past and present pastures where Bitto cheese was/is still produced;
- Magnificent view on Valtellina and Rhaetian Alps;
- Conifer forests and bilberries;
- Tasting of local products (optional) among which the famous and precious Bitto.
Difficulty level
Terrain: rocky narrow mountain paths mainly in the woods. Easy and wide paths during the descent. Trekking poles recommended;
Gradient: moderate and constant.
Attention points: none
Excursion suitable for adults and teens over 10 used to walk on mountains paths on different terrains, considering difference in altitude and distance to be walked.
Trekking shoes required with gripping Vibram soles.
Dogs must be on a leash owing to the presence of wild animals in the wood and out of respect for other participants who could be afraid of or annoyed by them. Do not hesitate to contact the Guide.
Responsible tourism
The excursions I offer also aim at supporting local economic activities and at living unique experiences closely in touch with and with respect to people and places.
That’s why they often include tasting experiences and/or chance to buy local products directly from producers, mainly small local activities working hard and with passion to keep traditions alive;
That’s why groups I accompany are usually small … in order to meet and live local people and enter their lives and the calmness of the place on tiptoes.
The Cape Town Declaration in 2002 recognises that Responsible Tourism takes a variety of forms, it is characterised by travel and tourism which:
- minimises negative economic, environmental and social impacts;
- generates greater economic benefits for local people and enhances the well-being of host communities, improves working conditions and access to the industry;
- involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life changes;
- makes positive contributions to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, to the maintenance of the world’s diversity;
- provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues;
- provide access for people with disabilities and the disadvantaged;
- is culturally sensitive, engenders respect between tourists and hosts, and builds local pride and confidence.
- Meeting point 8.45am at the car parking in Morbegno, Via Rita Levi Montalcini. We will reach then the car parking where car can be parked for the excursion and which is not marked on google maps;
- 9.45am excursion to Alpe Pedroria among forests and pastures; packed lunch in nature;
- 5pm tasting of local and typicl products; to be followed visit to the dairy processes on pastures;
- Around 10pm back to the nearest car parking in the dark of the night end of the excursion;
CANCELLATION/POSTPONEMENT
The excursion can be cancelled or postponed anytime by the Guide at her absolute discretion, in case safe and proper conditions cannot be guaranteed following bad weather conditions on the day of the excursion or on the previous days.
Any fee paid will be considered valid as a voucher for the next excursion up to 1 year from date of excursion (or refunded for foreign people).
Adults: € 25.00;
Children and teens up to 12-year-old accompanied by an adult: € 18,00
Inclusions: Nature Guide fee accompanying the group – AIGAE LO639; liability insurance; visit to dairy processes;
Exclusions: any lunch and break; any tasting; any transport to the meeting point; injury insurance; any service not included in the item “inclusions”.
EXTRA COSTS TO BE PAID ON SITE
€ 15.00 local product tasting including Bitto Dop and handcrafted beer savouring chestnut honey.
Reservation required WITHIN FRIDAY, 20th AUGUST 2021, on the relevant link on my website www.trekandtste.it or by contacting me directly: e-mail sabrina@trekandtaste.it and mobile +39 347 04 05 703.
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 4
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 15
Minors must be accompanied by an adult holding responsible.
Participation to the excursions implies unconditioned acceptance of the rules available on my website www.trekandtaste.com.
INJURY INSURANCE FOR TREKKERS
Participation fee only includes liability insurance; no injury insurance coverage is provided to Participants to the excursion. It is advisable to take out a suitable injury insurance.
EIC Organization offer an annual injury insurance which can be activated by the Trip&Trek app and amounting to 10 euros per year, per person. The insurance is valid 1 year whenever you participate to an excursion with and AIGAE Guide. For more details, please contact info@escursioni-italia.it.
Car parking in Morbegno, Via Rita Levi di Montalcino is about half an hour from the place where cars can be left for the excursion. In case of doubt, please contact me.
When sharing cars, please comply with the containment measures in force.
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- hiking shoes are required, preferably high laced-up and having soles in Vibram material to walk safely on any terrain and in any season;
- hiking poles considerably reducing stress on joints and knees; telescopic poles are very handy (highly recommanded);
- backpack to carry personal belongings, spare clothing, and food and water supplies (at least 1.5 litres per person);
- packed lunch along the way;
- dress in layers according to the season (shirt, long-sleeved shirt, Fleece jacket or sweatshirt, rain and wind stopper jacket); hiking raincoat in case of unstable weather and summer storms;
- sunscreen and baseball cap;
- headlamp compulsory to walk safly in the dark
Participants are requested to:
- wear face masks when inside;
- Green Pass required to enter enclosed places
- take some spare masks;
- always guarantee interpersonal distance;
- sharing private car according to rules in force;
- read and sign anticovid form on departure day;
- take some plastic bags to put personal sweaty clothes .