Places
Lake·Easy·Family·Popular
Lago Palù, Val Malenco
Lombardy
A cabin lift from Chiesa in Valmalenco (or a shady forest climb) reaches Lago Palù, a dark lake cupped in larch and stone-pine woods. An easy circuit follows the shore, with the Sasso Nero and the distant Bernina icefields mirrored on calm mornings.
Duration
2–3 hours
Distance
5 km
Elevation
+200 m
Best season
June – October
Parking · Paid
Paid parking at the San Giuseppe lift station, Chiesa in Valmalenco.
Water
Streams feeding the lake; treat before drinking.
Highlights
- Larch and stone-pine shoreline
- Bernina glaciers reflected at dawn
- Chairlift shortcut both ways
With your dog
Leashed dogs on the loop; the Chiesa in Valmalenco chairlift carries dogs.
