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FROM TRIVERO TO ALTA VALSESSERA, STOPPING OFF AT “PIANA DEL PONTE”
INFO
The route is a loop between Trivero and Bielmonte, with stops at Oasi Zegna facili es, including the picturesque Piana del Ponte refuge.
Trekking amidst the breath-taking horizons of Oasi Zegna for all lovers of the mountains and
discovery of the historical, geological and natural heritage of the Biella Alps. On this adventurous four-day trek in search of our roots we will rediscover together the profound bonds
between man and the environment.
TREKKING FOR TRAINED HIKERS
Trek 1
Trek 3
Trivero - Stavello - San Bernardo - Margosio - Bocche a di
Luvera - Bielmonte
Piana del Ponte - Sito archeominerario - Casa del Pescatore – Ar"gnaga - Bassa del campo - Cima Bonom Pietra forata - Mon"cchio – Bocche o Sessera
Start from Trivero and up towards Piana di Stavello.
Ascent of monte Rubello, a very picturesque and
panoramic place associated with the story of Fra
Dolcino (14th century). Lunch break. The route now
follows the path leading to Bocche.a di Margosio
and then Bocche.a di Luvera. Rest point, a0er which
on towards Alpe Moncerchio skir1ng the Rocca
dell'Argimonia. Back to Bielmonte (overnight stay)
Trek 2
Bielmonte - Monte Marca - Bocche o Sessera Bosco del Sorriso - Alpe Montuccia – Bocche o Sessera Alpe Scheggiola - Piana del Ponte
From the plaza in Bielmonte the route climbs to the
Monte Marca alpine hut and its splendid panorama
across the plains. Now along the crest path to Bocche.o Sessera, point of departure for visi1ng the
Forest of Smiles. On this 4.8 km loop, which also
enters the uncontaminated Upper Val Sessera, it’s
possible to enjoy a unique experience of the beneficial effects of the electromagne1c fields created by
the trees. Lunch break at Bocche.o Sessera followed
by a nature walk to discover the species that’s the
emblem of Oasi Zegna, the Carabus Olympiae, and
then to Piana del Ponte (refuge). Overnight stay.
Accommoda on is available at
Oasi Zegna hospitality facili es:
From Piana del Ponte the route follows the educa1onal path to the archeo-mineralogical site at Rondolere, where magne1te was once mined. Then
through the woods to Tegge Ar1gnaga, a typical
grouping of rural buildings serving pastoralism.
Lunch break in this enchanted place where past
and present blend in unusual harmony. A0er lunch,
up to Cima del Bonom and then along the panoramic path following the crest to the top of the Mon1cchio. Down to Bocche.o Sessera and overnight
stay.
Trek 4
Bocche o Sessera - Santuario del Mazzucco - Piane di
Veglio - Boschi - Capomosso - Santuario Brughiera –
Trivero
The route follows the "strada dell'alpe", a path
used for centuries for the transhumance of ca.le
to and from the alpine pastures and linking Bocche.o Sessera with Camandona. The path then
goes through woods and pastures to Piane di Veglio and Santuario della Brughiera. The sanctuary
complex in the enchan1ng village of Brughiera
consists of two religious buildings. The smaller
church (built at the beginning of the 16th century)
has numerous frescoes and a pain1ng on wood
depic1ng the Virgin (18th cent.), while the other
one was built in the 17th century to accommodate
the growing stream of pilgrims. Lunch break and
back to Trivero. End point of i1nerary.
Informazioni
Oasi Zegna
www.oasizegna.com
Trekking in Oasi Zegna
to discover Alta Valsessera
FACILITIES
CASCINA IL FAGGIO
€ 55,00 per person
Surrounded by greenery and with a spectacular panorama of the
Po Plain, upstream of the Santuario della Brughiera, this guest
house offers an appealing mix of nature, relaxa1on and spirituality. It has an outdoor swimming pool and a sauna lounge.
RISTORANTE E AFFITTACAMERE IL CASTAGNETO
Situated next to Santuario della Brughiera, this is an ideal place
to try out the local cuisine amidst the colors of nature. Special1es also include pizzas, one of which with “macagn” (alpine
pasture cheese) and porcini.
AGRITURISMO ORO DI BERTA
Double room, half board
At Brughiera, 3 Km fromTrivero
Tel. 015 756613
info@cascinailfaggio.it
€ 55,00 per person
Double room, half board
At Brughiera, 3 Km fromTrivero
Tel. 015 7158175
castagneto.trivero@gmail.com
€ 60,00 per person
This farm stay specializes in menus and merende cenoire
(typical Piemontese late aIernoon meal) based on organic
produce and local recipes featuring in-season ingredients, and
jams, jellies and other fruit preserves. It’s a good base for hikes
and mountain bike 1neraries.
RIFUGIO PIANA DEL PONTE
Immersed in the green of Alta Valsessera, the Piana del Ponte
alpine refuge can be reached on an easy walk from Bocche.o
Sessera. Ideal as a stop-off for hikers, with snacks including
homemade bread and jams.
Double room, half board
At Portula, 2 Km from Trivero
Tel. 015 756501
info@orodiberta.it
€ 35,00 per person
In dormitory, half board
Località Piana del Ponte,
18 km from Trivero
Tel. 366 3976595
The refuge has 24 beds.
€ 60,00 per person
LOCANDA BOCCHETTO SESSERA
This converted 19th century wood and stone building is located
at the bo.om of the Alta Valsessera, at the start of the Nordic
ski slopes and the Forest of Smiles Trail. Its special1es include
warm vegetable-based starters, venison with forest fruits and
polenta moia.
RIFUGIO MONTE MARCA
Accessible by chairli0, snowshoes or skis, this wonderfully hospitable mountain hut provides a 360° view of the Alps and the Po
Valley. Specializes in typical mountain food.
Double room, half board
At Bocche o Sessera,
16 Km from Trivero
Tel. 015 744115
€ 60,00 per person
Double room, half board
Rifugio Monte Marca
Località Bielmonte (BI)
13 km from Trivero
Tel. 015.744161
OASI ZEGNA AND BIELMONTE ARE EASY TO FIND
A8 Milano-Laghi
Imbocco A26
Direzione Genova
Uscita Romagnano Sesia
Direzione Coggiola, Trivero, Bielmonte
A4 Milano-Torino
Uscita Carisio
Direzione Cossato, Valle mosso, Trivero, Bielmonte
A 26 Genova-Gravellona Toce
Uscita Romagnano Sesia
Direzione Coggiola, Trivero, Bielmonte
Trekking
nell’Oasi Zegna
Alla scoperta
dell’Alta Valsessera