Hiking to the glacial lakes of Monte Mandrone

Numerous glacial lakes reflect the mighty peaks of the surrounding Adamello mountain group.

> altitude difference: 800 m
> difficulty: a high alpine tour without major difficulties
> estimated walking time: 3 hours

A slightly challenging slope with an altitude difference of 800 m takes you from the Val di Genova valley to a rocky plateau, from where you can gain a fabulous view of the sparkling white summits of the Mandrone glacier. And amidst all these natural treasures there is a remnant of the past rising from the ground: here, opposite to eternal ice and snow fields, you can still watch First World War fortresses and a small war cimitery.

- from the village of Pinzolo in Val Rendena by car or bus across Val Genova and to the refuge Rifugio Bedole (1700 m)
- continue by foot along trail no. 12
- across a rather steep slope to the remnants of military fortresses and a war cemetery
- continue on trail no. 12 to a refuge called Rifugio Mandrone (2499 m), where you will find the lake Lago Mandrone and several other glacial lakes
- as for the way back simply follow the trail used for the way up