The Attrezzato Path of the Val Scarettone is the longest way to reach the summit of the South Grigna (2184 m) starting from the Piani dei Resinelli, entirely developed on the north-western side. Completely refurbished in 2015, it is considered challenging for the bumpy profile with canals, blinds and chain-protected beams: recommended for experienced and trained hikers.

The recommended starting point is the parking of the Piani of Resinelli (1183 m). From there you climb to the Rifugio Rosalba (1730 m) — about 2h — choosing between the direct path or the Sinigaglia ridge. From the Rosalba follow the sentiero 10 towards the southeast, passing through the Colle Garibaldi (1824 m) to the Colle Valsecchi (1898 m, 30 min from the Rosalba — 2h 30 min total).

At the Colle Valsecchi you leave the path 10 (which continues towards Cresta Cermenati) and take on the left the sentiero 11, that is the Path Attrezzato of the Scarettone. From here the route exceeds a series of canalini, cenges, beams and rock jumps, all equipped with chains in the most difficult and exposed points. Then there is a steep grassy slope with hairpin bends and you reach the detritic bottom of the summit valley, from which the last rocks lead to the vetta of the South Grigna (2184 m).

Classified Moderately Difficult for the variety and continuity of technical steps: slippery canals, narrow waxes and exposed beams. The re-equipment of 2015 improved safety but did not reduce the selectivity of the path.

From June to October. The Rosalba refuge offers refreshment and overnight stay. The Colle Valsecchi is a crossroads of several paths: a marked road on all branches.

From the summit you can return to the Sentiero Attrezzato Cecilia (path 10, via Cresta Cermenati and Rifugio Rosalba) or to any other access path to Piani dei Resinelli. The descent for the Scarettone is not recommended for l’ inverted exposure (6h total for the complete lap).