It is well known that there are a number of rugged peaks in Bregaglia with impressive ridges, peaks, towers and walls. It is precisely because of this picturesque mountain scenery that the rather arduous ascent to the Fornohütte is worthwhile for a few days of ski touring in the Bergell. From the Fornohütte as a base, there are plenty of tour options - it's not for nothing that the hut has already been described as a freeride base here. The first tour should certainly be the panoramic summit of the local mountain Monto del Forno. Another classic, although other impressive peaks are even more worthwhile, is the circumnavigation of Monto Rosso with the summit of Cima de Val Bona as a mountaineering highlight.
The descent down to Italy into Val Bona in the direction of Chiareggio is particularly worthwhile. If the snow conditions are really good and there is plenty of motivation, you can even ski further and have a delicious Italian pizza for lunch! However, you should plan to be in good shape for the ascent back up to over 3000 m!
ROUTE
From the Forno hut (2574 m), you reach the Sella del Forno (2769 m) on moderate terrain to the east. It only becomes steeper at the end. Even here, there are beautiful views down to the Italian side and the descent down into Val Bona can be extended depending on the snow conditions and your taste. Until you reach the pizzeria in Chiareggio at an altitude of around 1600 m. At the earliest and without pizza, however, you turn south at an altitude of approx. 2550 m and begin the ascent below the impressive summit structure of Monte Rosso. In order not to miss the detour to the summit of the Cima di Val Bona, do not climb to the Passo di Val Bona, but always in the direction of P. 2935 northwest of the summit of the Cima di Val Bona (3032 m).
