Tartano

The cluster is in the Orobie Alps, in Val Tartano, a side valley of the Valtellina with steep mountain slopes, conifer woods and alpine pasture. The Tartano stream runs through the valley. The area is linked to the Orobie Valtellinesi Park. The nearest ski area is Pescegallo in Val Gerola, roughly half an hour by road, with larger Valtellina ski areas farther away. Morbegno is the nearest town of size, with rail services, shops and the main services of the lower Valtellina. The area is known for alpine farming and mountain hamlets.