USSEGLIO Turlo ponds loop from Malciaussia

From the lake of Malciaussia, passing through the village of Pietramorta, walk along the path beside the stream and then cross it a little further on. Then take path 114/GTA/SI. After about half an hour of walking, turn left following the signs for Lake Nero and Colle delle Coupe (path 113). Shortly after, on an almost flat stretch, the path (113A) to the Turlo ponds begins on the right.

The path climbs through rhododendrons, passes a nice panoramic viewpoint on Lake Nero, and continues to ascend, overcoming small scree areas until the Turlo ponds (2370 m). With about another 20 minutes of walking you reach Colle di Costa Fenera. 

Then turn left, staying on the Valsusine side until Colle delle Coupe (2341 m): turn left to return to the Viù valley side and descend to Lake Nero. Continuing down you reach the junction crossed on the way up: retrace the rest of the path back to Malciaussia.

Non-slip sole footwear, wind/rain protection, a warm layer, water and food supply, first aid kit, hat, and sunglasses are recommended.

There are no refreshment or water points along the route.

From the plain, reach Germagnano, exiting the village turn left towards Viù / Usseglio. Upon reaching Usseglio continue on the provincial road until Lake Malciaussia

There are parking spaces near the lake (paid in summer)

For tourist information on the valleys: Valli di Lanzo Tourist Operators Consortium - www.turismovallidilanzo.it

Access to Lake Malciaussia from Margone is regulated with limitation (ordinance of the Metropolitan City of Turin) to 130 vehicles and paid parking: it is recommended to check the regulations on the website of the municipality of Usseglio to know the days involved and to arrive early in the morning.

On the return, enjoy a good meal at the Vulpot refuge