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Alzasca Trail

Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
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This wonderful tour leading to the picturesque Capanna Alzasca (1734 m) could be called the "Lakes Tour".
difficult
Distance 23.1 km
8:00 h
2,079 m
2,079 m
2,139 m
416 m
The path to the hut is in good condition, though quite steep. You pass numerous alps dotted with typical Vallemaggia rustici (stone houses). Once you reach the hut, Lake Alzasca (1855 m), a destination for many fishermen, is not far. The Bocchetta di Cansgéi (2036 m) offers spectacular views of the lake and Campo valley. In the distance you can also make out the flank of the Pizzo Bombögn.

A smooth path leads from the pass up to 2135 m; the trail then begins the steep descent with some challenging sections, but with a view of Lake Sascola, a pearl set in rock.

The lake is crystal clear and is worth a visit for a short but refreshing dip. There follows a fairly technical path to Rotonda (1268 m) then Tacitt (668 m). The path then brings you back to Cevio via Rovana.

Difficulty
difficult
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,139 m
Lowest point
416 m
Best time of year
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Track types

Asphalt 3.83%Path 95.22%Road 0.94%
Asphalt
0.9 km
Path
22 km
Road
0.2 km
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Safety information

No particular hazards. The Capanna Alzasca is a great place to cool off and rest if the weather's bad.
Poor phone reception between Corte Nuovo and Rotonda.

Start

Cevio
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'689'609E 1'130'190N
DD
46.317140, 8.602067
DMS
46°19'01.7"N 8°36'07.4"E
UTM
32T 469363 5129361
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Destination

Cevio

Turn-by-turn directions

Cevio-Faido-Bulètt-Scalà-Tacitt-Rotonda-Fontanino-Lago di Sascòla-Bocchetta di Cansgéi-Lago d'Alzasca-Capanna Alzasca (Corte di Mezzo)-Corte Nuovo-Costa di Fondo-Valle-Morèla di Sotto-Cevio

Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

From Locarno railway station: bus 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Alight at Cevio, Centro.
Return from Cevio, Centro: bus 315 towards Locarno Stazione. Alight at Locarno station.
Further information: www.sbb.ch        

Coordinates

SwissGrid
2'689'609E 1'130'190N
DD
46.317140, 8.602067
DMS
46°19'01.7"N 8°36'07.4"E
UTM
32T 469363 5129361
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

Equipment

  • Light running backpack (approx. 5 to 10 liters) with rain cover if necessary
  • Trail running shoes
  • Special running socks if necessary
  • Adequate and breathable clothing in multiple layers
  • Trail running sticks if necessary
  • Sun and rain protection
  • Snacks and drinking water
  • First aid kit
  • Penknife
  • Mobile phone
  • Headlight and reflectors if necessary
  • Maps

Similar routes nearby

  • Salmone Trail
  • Robiei Trail
  • Cimetta Trail
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Difficulty
difficult
Distance
23.1 km
Duration
8:00 h
Ascent
2,079 m
Descent
2,079 m
Highest point
2,139 m
Lowest point
416 m
Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic

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