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Cimalmotto-Lago di Sfii-Cimalmotto

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    A walk in alpine terrain to the Lago di Sfii lake. Romantic ambience at an altitude of over 1900 m.
    moderate
    Distance 12.7 km
    4:40 h
    848 m
    848 m
    1,911 m
    1,284 m

    This red-and-white waymarked hike starts in Cimalmotto, at alt. 1405 m one of the highest villages in the Ticino, and leads high up into the alpine landscape of the Rovana valley. The linear walk is varied and offers wide-ranging views of the surrounding mountains.

    After the start on an asphalted road, you follow a forest path that descends gently down to Pianelli and the Fiümigna bridge. You cross the bridge and follow the new path up to the Alpe di Sfii, which is attended in summer. The larch forest in the background glows golden in autumn.

    After a short descent, the ascent to the Lago di Sfii is a little more strenuous. It's nestled in a basin and surrounded by lush meadows and high mountains. The lake assumes various shades of blue depending on the light, and the crystal clear water reflects the surroundings. You go back to Cimalmotto the same way; make a prior note of the bus times back to Cevio.

    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    1,911 m
    Lowest point
    1,284 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 23.78%Path 76.21%Road 0%
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    3 km
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    9.6 km
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    Public transport

    From Locarno railway station: bus 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Alight at Cevio, Centro and change to 331 to Bosco Gurin, Paese (2 min walk to change the bus stop). Alight at Cerentino and takte bus no. 332 to Cimalmotto.

    Return from Cimalmotto: Bus 332 to Cerentino, Paese. Bus 331 to Cevio, Posta. 2 min walk to the bus stop Cevio, Centro. Take the bus 315 towards Locarno Stazione. Alight at Locarno station. Further information:

    Coordinates

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    2'681'053E 1'126'435N
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    46.284443, 8.490335
    DMS
    46°17'04.0"N 8°29'25.2"E
    UTM
    32T 460738 5125778
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    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
    12.7 km
    Duration
    4:40 h
    Ascent
    848 m
    Descent
    848 m
    Highest point
    1,911 m
    Lowest point
    1,284 m
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