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· Ascona-Locarno
Ascona-Ronco sopra Ascona-Casone
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Short but intense climb above Lake Maggiore. Ideal for a quick workout or a short road bike ride.
moderate
Distance 23.4 km
Duration2:05 h
Ascent1,025 m
Descent1,025 m
Highest point1,300 m
Lowest point293 m
A short but intense route, with an average gradient of 8.6% and a maximum of 16%. From the lakeside promenade of Ascona, the route begins to climb steeply towards Monte Verità. The ascent is still very gentle up to the core of Gruppaldo, from where the climb is steady. The road winds along the slopes above Lake Maggiore and up to Porera you benefit mainly from the shade, particularly pleasant in the summer months. Over the 8.75 km from Gruppaldo to Casone, you have to work hard to overcome the 902 meters of elevation. From Casone there is a wonderful panoramic view over Lake Maggiore down to Italy. Along the route are two grotti where you can stop to refresh yourself (check the opening times).
- Average gradient: 8.6 %
- Ascent from Gruppaldo: 8.75 km
- Elevation gain from Gruppaldo: +902 m
Author’s recommendation
Casone is located at 1306 meters above sea level, so it is important to check the weather conditions in advance. Proper equipment and warm clothing are also necessary for the descent.
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
1,300 m
Lowest point
293 m
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2'702'174E 1'112'680N
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46.157849, 8.761334
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46°09'28.3"N 8°45'40.8"E
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32T 481572 5111613
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- Bike helmet
- Bike shoes
- Appropriate clothing
- Bike glasses
- Cycling gloves
- Bike pump
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- Food and drinking water
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- First aid kit
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
23.4 km
Duration
2:05 h
Ascent
1,025 m
Descent
1,025 m
Highest point
1,300 m
Lowest point
293 m
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