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Sonogno-Corte-Sonogno

Hiking Trail · Val Verzasca
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A visit to Sonogno and its vicinity. This leisurely walk along the Redorta stream takes in the village and the beauty of the local scenery.
easy
Distance 5.7 km
1:40 h
194 m
194 m
1,045 m
912 m

Sonogno, the last village in the Verzasca valley, can be reached by car or bus (Locarno-Tenero-Sonogno route). This easy walk on a good path starts at the playground/ice rink, where you start by crossing the bridge and then follow the Redorta on the other side.

A few minutes later you reach the awe-inspiring La Froda waterfall, some 100 metres in height. You could cross the bridge here and return to Sonogno. Alternatively, continue along the Costa della Valegia to Corte and cross the stream there.

The walk back is on the road with little or no traffic. You might like to pop in to the Grotto for a meal. Back in Sonogno, stroll around the alleys of this ancient village, which has the feel of a museum: traditional stone houses, balconies with flowers, cobbled streets, little shops selling local produce, and restaurants. Make sure you visit the local museum and the House of Wool.

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Mariano Berri 
Update: January 03, 2024
Difficulty
easy
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
1,045 m
Lowest point
912 m
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Track types

Asphalt 45.98%Path 47.08%Road 6.92%
Asphalt
2.6 km
Path
2.7 km
Road
0.4 km
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Start

Sonogno
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'703'854E 1'134'061N
DD
46.349904, 8.787848
DMS
46°20'59.7"N 8°47'16.3"E
UTM
32T 483676 5132947
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Destination

Sonogno

Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

Coordinates

SwissGrid
2'703'854E 1'134'061N
DD
46.349904, 8.787848
DMS
46°20'59.7"N 8°47'16.3"E
UTM
32T 483676 5132947
w3w 
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Difficulty
easy
Distance
5.7 km
Duration
1:40 h
Ascent
194 m
Descent
194 m
Highest point
1,045 m
Lowest point
912 m
Public-transport-friendly Round trip Refreshment stops available Family-friendly

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