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Halfway around Lake Maggiore. The half tour around the lake is the perfect day trip on the road bike.
moderate
Distance 98.6 km
Duration5:40 h
Ascent209 m
Descent226 m
Highest point256 m
Lowest point193 m
The start and finish of this almost 100 km long tour is Locarno, the small film town on Lake Maggiore. Across the Magadino plain to Gambarogno. Every village in Gambarogno has its own special charm and enchants its visitors with it.
In Dirinella is the border crossing to Italy (Lombardy). From km 30 onwards, the road climbs and descends steadily to Laveno, where you can take the ferry to Intra. The climbs are mostly short, but they include some steep sections.
The route passes Luino, where there is a market every Wednesday. Take the ferry to Intra (Piedmont) on the other side of the lake. Along the lake to Cannobio (Sunday market day) and further over the border back into Switzerland.
Passing Brissago and Ascona, you reach the starting point at Locarno.
As the roads are busy with commuter traffic during peak hours, we advise you to avoid these times. You should also bring an ID with you, as part of the tour goes through Italy.
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Mariano Berri
Update: November 19, 2024
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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