Malga Giumella - Pian Palù Lake Loop

Safety information

Rules for mountain walks:

• The accessibility of routes in a mountain environment is strictly linked to current conditions and depends on natural phenomena, environmental changes, and weather conditions. Therefore, get well informed about the route and its conditions before leaving. You can do this by contacting the Information Office nearest to you
• If you plan to reach a mountain hut or refuge, make sure they are open and, if you intend to stop to eat or sleep, call them in advance to book
• Leave information about your itinerary and always carry your mobile phone
• In case of an accident call 112
• Never leave waste in high altitude areas and, if possible, avoid leaving it at the refuges or mountain huts you visit
• If you see wild animals along the route, please stay on the trail, do not approach them closely, do not shout, and keep your dog on a leash to prevent it from instinctively chasing and scaring them

Starting point

Directions

From the parking lot at the Fontanino location, crossing the small bridge on the left, follow the Sat 110 trail. Walking uphill and passing a couple of hairpin bends, you reach the Pian Palù lake (1810 m). Walk along the lake on flat terrain (Sat 110) enjoying its crystal-clear colors and the surrounding flora. With a slight uphill section followed by a gentle downhill, you reach Malga Palù (1824 m). Shortly after, cross the bridge, turn right onto trail 110B, and follow the path immersed in the untouched and wild Stelvio National Park. We follow the trail that leads onto a forest road and crosses some streams. From here, the pasture of Malga Giumella (1952 m) begins to come into view. Continue descending to the right along the dirt road, crossing the dam retaining wall and closing the loop back at Fontanino. At this point, you can refresh yourself at the alpine spring.

Public transportation

How to get there

Follow the SS42 up to the junction for Val di Peio, exit right, and follow the SP87 towards Val di Peio to reach Peio Fonti. In the summer months, access is allowed before 9:30; otherwise, the road is closed to traffic and can only be traveled by the StelvioBus of Peio shuttle departing from the parking lot above the Peio Terme settlement.

Where to park

If the road is open, park at the Fontanino location. If the road is closed to traffic, park at the hairpin bend above the Peio Terme settlement.

To undertake this walk, we recommend wearing hiking boots and a hat and carrying a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, and a water bottle in your backpack.

Don't forget a camera or mobile phone to capture the landscapes and views you like best. If you want, you can share them on social media using #visitvaldisole.