Trekking And Walking In Camerata Cornello

The expansive meadows and lush forests of Camerata, framed by the majestic Cancervo and Venturosa peaks, create the perfect playground for trekking enthusiasts. A variety of trails wind through the lower and upper districts of this charming village, offering delightful walks along the famed Via Mercatorum and pathways that pass by the grand residences built by the Tasso family. The serene routes through the greenery of Val Secca invite curious explorers to indulge in both nature and culture.

All trails are accessible by foot or bicycle, making them ideal for discovering new paths and hidden gems.

In the Contrade Alte, a short and pleasant trek leads you to the dense woods of Lunga, where you’ll encounter the bubbling pools of Val Secca. Continue your adventure to Era and Cespedosio, where ancient farming villages exude a timeless charm. As you ascend towards the alpine pastures of Campo, Campelli, Pra' del Monte, and Baita Maffenoli, you’ll be surrounded by tranquil silence and breathtaking views of the valley below.

For a nature-focused adventure, the Contrade Basse trail begins at Camerata Centro. After reaching Costa, follow a well-marked path through the forest to the quaint hamlet of Cornalita. From here, you can descend to Darco, an enchanting cluster of homes nestled in a sunlit meadow. The route splits in two: to the left, the Via Mercatorum takes you to Baracca and Goggia, while the right leads to Fornace and the charming chiesetta del Santo near Orbrembo. A convenient mule track from Brembella takes you to Lavaggi and the roccolo di Boffalora, then to the expansive meadows of Ca' Bianca, Piazzeri, and the remnants of an ancient fortress.

Embark on a captivating journey along the paths where the Tasso family once resided. From Cornello, ascend to the Tassi area, then to Bretto, with its historic homes still bearing the crests of the postal masters. Visit the little church that once belonged to the family and explore the ruins of the old mill that ground grains for local farmers over the centuries. The trail continues to Voltola, connecting with the path from Camerata, then to Garzani and Brembella, basking in sunshine at the foot of Cancervo.

Despite its name, Val Secca is a lush environment abundant with beech and hornbeam trees, interspersed with a rushing stream that creates picturesque cascades. The trail begins at Orbrembo, leading to Camerata Centro, where it branches into two directions: one towards Voltola, merging with the path to Brembella, and the other heading to Bruga and into Val Secca. Cross the stream on a beautiful stone bridge, and the path climbs to the Rocagello huts, then splits towards Era and Cespedosio.

For mountain lovers, the trails of Cancervo and Venturosa offer stunning vistas and diverse landscapes. The most popular and accessible route begins from the Brembella-Cespedosio road, either at the roccolo di Boffalora or a couple of kilometers ahead in the Ca' Bianca meadows. A well-preserved mule track leads you to the Vecchia pastures in about half an hour, after which the ascent becomes steeper, winding up to the Grialeggio Pass at 1,707 meters. From here, adventurers can choose their path: to the right leads to the summit of Venturosa at 1,999 meters, where sweeping views of the Alta Valle Brembana, the Orobie range, and, on clear days, the peaks of the Retiche Alps and Bernese Oberland await.

Alternatively, the flat path to the left takes you to the Cancervo huts. From Grialeggio, it’s possible to head towards Passo Baciamorti and embark on the Sentiero delle Orobie Occidentali. For a shorter yet steep ascent, begin at Piazzo above Brembella, following the Canalino dei Sassi.

Each route promises delightful surprises, from breathtaking panoramas to the unique limestone-dolomite environment that nurtures rare and sometimes endemic floral species. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of wildlife, including chamois, roe deer, rock partridges, and even the majestic golden eagle, which has made a return to these mountains in recent years.