Ferriere: Lake Bino, via ferratas and local history

Discover Ferriere through its natural attractions, climbing opportunities, historic townscape and local specialties. When looking for a hotel, it’s worth deciding in advance what matters most to you: Lake Bino and hiking routes, climbing, or the old town and cuisine.

Natural attractions and trails

Lake Bino is located in the municipality of Ferriere at an altitude of 1,300 metres. It is of glacial origin and a popular destination for many hikers. The lake can be reached from the village of Canadello, a few kilometres south of Ferriere. This makes Lake Bino an accessible natural attraction to include in your travel plans.

The route to the waterfalls of the Alta Val Nure offers a different perspective. It runs through the municipality of Ferriere, crossing the complex terrain of the upper Nure and all its main tributaries, and passes through the villages of Rompeggio, Retorto, Selva and Pertuso in the upper part of the valley. When planning your trip, you can choose between a single lake destination and a route through several villages.

Climbing and guided excursions

The Ferrata Mazzocchi is short and of moderate difficulty. The Ferrari Via Ferrata is a protected climbing route for experienced mountaineers. It requires a climbing helmet, a climbing harness, a double rope and carabiners. When weighing up the climbing options, you can choose between a short, moderately difficult route and a via ferrata for experienced mountaineers.

Ferriere has the Groppo delle Ali climbing facility for sport climbing. The Pro Loco di Ferriere also organizes guided excursions in collaboration with the CAI; the specific program may vary. If you’d like to include a guided tour in your travel plans, check the current program details.

Old town and regional cuisine

Ferriere’s old town is characterized by its narrow streets and stone houses. The Church of San Giovanni Battista is one of its attractions. Ferriere’s monument to the mines stands in the central Piazza del Maglio. Together, the narrow streets and stone houses reflect the town’s architectural character, while the monument provides a distinct connection to its mining heritage.

Local culinary specialties include D.O.P. cured meats, cheeses, mushrooms, tortelli con la coda and game dishes. Other options include chestnuts, tortelli made with chestnut flour, pattona or castagnaccio, and polenta made with chestnut or corn flour. This means regional specialties can feature in your travel plans alongside climbing and nature. Chestnuts appear in several forms.

Find a hotel to suit your trip

Ferriere’s natural attractions, climbing opportunities, townscape and cuisine offer a range of ways to enjoy your stay. Choose your accommodation to match your travel plans.

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