Agarone-Alpe Ruscada-Capanna Borgna-Agarone

This demanding two-day mountain tour starts in Agarone, a small village built on the hillside, accessible by car or bus from Tenero/Gordola. The trail winds its way up through the forest to Gana. In the Vall del Pèst there are mostly chestnut trees up to Monti Velloni, then beech and fir trees. Via Alpe Sassello up to Forcola and through alpine landscape, adorned with larches and rocks, to Capanna Borgna. The hut, which is not guarded (open May-October), is located on a spacious alp with the jagged peaks of the surrounding mountains in the background. The hut has WC/shower, kitchen and drinks can be bought. On the second day, the day begins with the ascent to Passo di Ruscada, the highest point of the tour. Experienced mountaineers can climb the Cima dell'Uomo from here (approx. 1h). From the Passo di Ruscada, the route now follows the Madonetto over the Alpe Ruscada to the Corte di Mezzo. Continue to Gana and take the same path as the ascent back down to Agarone.

Please note, on the Alpe Ruscada (up to Corte di Mezzo) there are flocks of sheep guarded by guard dogs.