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Brione sopra Minusio-Monti di Lego-Brione sopra Minusio

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    Hike to the Monti di Lego, an idyllic settlement above Lake Maggiore. The ideal spot to enjoy nature or snap a unique holiday photo.
    moderate
    Distance 11.4 km
    4:35 h
    925 m
    925 m
    1,113 m
    429 m
    By bus to Brione sopra Minusio (Chiesa), where the circular walk starts. Minusio is a residential area above Locarno, which is very popular not least because of the view. Walk up through the houses to the start of the red and white hiking trail, in the direction of Contra. Soon you pass the "Capèla Rota", a chapel that was never completed. A little further on, you cross the little stream over the arched bridge "El Ponte del Sipp". From Contra, mostly up through the forest to the settlement of Corte del Bafa. The last stretch to Monti di Lego is on the Sentiero Verzasca (SwitzerlandMobility no. 74). Monti di Lego is a small paradise to enjoy peace, views and nature. The little church, the small lake and the Capanna Grotto Monti di Lego (open April-October) make this a very special place. Take trail no. 74 back through the forest to Resa di dentro and down to Viona and Brione sopra Minusio, where the bus leaves.
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    Update: October 07, 2024
    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

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    Highest point
    1,113 m
    Lowest point
    429 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 22.41%Forested/wild trail 4.04%Path 70.91%Road 2.63%
    Asphalt
    2.6 km
    Forested/wild trail
    0.5 km
    Path
    8.1 km
    Road
    0.3 km
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    Rest stops

    Mountain hut Grotto Monti di Lego

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Brione sopra Minusio, Chiesa, Tendrasca-Resa di dentro-Monti di Lego-Contra-Brione sopra Minusio, Chiesa
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    Public-transport-friendly

    From Locarno train station: Take bus 3 or 4 to Brione s. Minusio, Chiesa.

    From Brione s. Minusio: Take bus 3 or 4 to Locarno, Stazione.

    Coordinates

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    2'706'220E 1'115'529N
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    46.182851, 8.814357
    DMS
    46°10'58.3"N 8°48'51.7"E
    UTM
    32T 485672 5114380
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    • Hiking daypack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover
    • Comfortable and sturdy footwear
    • Adequate and durable outdoor clothing in multiple layers
    • Telescope sticks if necessary
    • Sun and rain protection
    • Snacks and drinking water
    • First aid kit
    • Penknife
    • Mobile phone, headlight if necessary
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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    11.4 km
    Duration
    4:35 h
    Ascent
    925 m
    Descent
    925 m
    Highest point
    1,113 m
    Lowest point
    429 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic Refreshment stops available

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