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Trekking Maggiore
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· Ascona-Locarno
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From where the mountains touch the sky to the shores of Lake Maggiore
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Distance 54.7 km
Duration23:50 h
Ascent4,645 m
Descent5,067 m
Highest point2,224 m
Lowest point532 m
The long-distance TREKKING MAGGIORE itinerary follows a hiking trail that winds its way from the upper reaches of the Rovana valley all the way down to Lake Maggiore. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the many beautiful valleys, splendid natural environments and historically important sites in the Locarno area. This 53 km itinerary consists of 4 stages and takes you across uncontaminated areas, as well as giving you the chance to appreciate many different local traditions.
With several access (and exit) points along the route, you can plan each stage at will, from one hut to the next, to suit your particular needs and interests.
TREKKING MAGGIORE not only lets you follow a totally red and white trail while enjoying the beauty of this region, but also provides an overview of its many special features: restaurants, handicrafts, local produce and a choice of accommodation. The goal is for hikers to experience the local way of life to the full.
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Mariano Berri
Update: November 04, 2024
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Highest point
2,224 m
Lowest point
532 m
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Track types
Asphalt 2.73%Dirt road 2.81%Forested/wild trail 1.30%Path 88.97%Road 0.21%Lift/cableway 3.96%
Asphalt
1.5 km
Dirt road
1.5 km
Forested/wild trail
0.7 km
Path
48.7 km
Road
0.1 km
Lift/cableway
2.2 km
Rest stops
Giovanibosco OstelloMountain hut Alpe Arena
Mountain hut Salei
Palazzo Gamboni - swiss historic hotel
Rifugio Corte Nuovo
Alla Capanna, Monte Comino
Rifugio al Legn
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Bosco Gurin-Cimalmotto-Rifugio Arena-Cote Nuovo-Mergugno-Brissago
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Coordinates
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2'680'931E 1'130'018N
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46.316688, 8.489380
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46°19'00.1"N 8°29'21.8"E
UTM
32T 460687 5129361
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Equipment
- Trekking backpack (approx. 50 liters) with rain cover
- Comfortable and sturdy footwear, second pair of shoes / sandals if necessary
- Adequate and durable outdoor clothing in multiple layers
- Change of clothes,
- Telescope sticks
- Sun and rain protection
- Snacks and drinking water
- First aid kit
- Penknife
- Mobile phone
- Headlight
- Maps
- Travel documents
- Toilet bag and travel towel, travel detergent and clothesline, camping equipment if necessary (tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), hut equipment if necessary
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
54.7 km
Duration
23:50 h
Ascent
4,645 m
Descent
5,067 m
Highest point
2,224 m
Lowest point
532 m
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Maps and trails
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 1: Bosco Gurin-Rifugio La Reggia
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 1
Distance
9.2 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
826 m
Descent
905 m
The trail starts in the centre of the picturesque Walser village of Bosco Gurin and heads west towards Grossalp.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 2: Rifugio La Reggia-Rifugio Arena
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Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 2
Distance
11.2 km
Duration
4:15 h
Ascent
911 m
Descent
627 m
At 1,405 m a.s.l., Cimalmotto is the highest hamlet within the Municipality of Campo Vallemaggia.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 3: Rifugio Arena-Rifugio Corte Nuovo
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 3
Distance
17.8 km
Duration
7:15 h
Ascent
1,486 m
Descent
1,540 m
After reaching the alpine lake, Lago della Cavegna, the trail takes you back down, towards Alpe Porcaresc. Here a modern structure sells excellent ...
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 4: Rifugio Corte Nuovo-Mergugno
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 4
Distance
16.6 km
Duration
8:45 h
Ascent
2,081 m
Descent
2,656 m
The Corte Nuovo refuge is an unmanned structure, suitable for an overnight stay. In the morning you head off for Brissago.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
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