Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem

Pizzo Formico, Altopiano di Clusone

Lombardy

From the Colle Gallo or Selvino a pasture path climbs to the wide green back of the Pizzo Formico, a favourite launch for hang-gliders and paragliders. The summit cross looks over the Clusone plateau, Lake Endine and the whole Orobie chain.

Duration
3–4 hours
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+500 m
Best season
April – November

Parking · Free

Free parking at Colle Gallo or at the Malga Lunga road end.

Water

Spring at Malga Lunga; carry water.

Highlights

  • Wide flying meadow and launch
  • Orobie chain and Lake Endine panorama
  • Gentle grassy walking throughout

With your dog

Off-leash tolerated on the summit meadows away from the paraglider launch and cattle.