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A scenic gravel ride exploring the surroundings of Locarno and the lower Maggia Valley, passing through authentic villages, panoramic roads and beautiful views of Lake Maggiore.
moderate
Distance 65.3 km
Duration4:30 h
Ascent914 m
Descent914 m
Highest point428 m
Lowest point194 m
Partly following the Ticino Traverso route, this ride explores some of the most captivating corners of the region. From Locarno, the route follows the cycle path into the Maggia Valley, combining quiet paved roads with easy gravel sections. The ascent is gentle and steady, with frequent views of the Maggia River and passages through charming villages steeped in history and local tradition.
The return leg reveals a different side of the landscape. After crossing the Terre di Pedemonte, riders tackle the route’s only significant climb: the scenic Strada dei Polacchi. The effort is rewarded with superb panoramic views over Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains.
The final kilometres unfold along Ascona’s lakeside promenade, lined with palm trees, lively piazzas and a distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere. Varied and well balanced, this tour is ideal for riders looking to combine nature, culture and some of the most iconic scenery in the Locarno region.
Numerous restaurants and traditional grotti can be found along the route, offering the perfect opportunity to take a break, enjoy a coffee or sample local specialities.
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
428 m
Lowest point
194 m
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Asphalt 43.97%Dirt road 0.13%Forested/wild trail 15.83%Path 1.56%Road 38.49%
Asphalt
28.7 km
Dirt road
87 m
Forested/wild trail
10.3 km
Path
1 km
Road
25.2 km
Roadbook
Locarno-Losone-Tegna-Ponte Brolla-Avegno-Gordevio-Maggia-Lodano-Moghegno-Aurigeno-Gordevio-Avegno-Ponte Brolla-Tegna-Verscio-Cavigliano-Intragna-Golino-Arcegno-Ronco sopa Ascona-Ascona-Locarno
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Orrido Ponte BrollaAvegno
River Maggia
Lanche di Lodano
Teatro Dimitri
The regional Centovalli and Pedemonte Museum
Intragna
Balladrüm
Swing the World Ascona
Ascona lakeside promenade
Locarno
Gordevio
Chiesa della Madonna delle Grazie
Grotti Ponte Brolla
Church San Maurizio
Maggia
Camelia Park
Terreni alla Maggia
Lido Ascona
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E-Bike charging station Porto Patriziale Ascona
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Coordinates
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2'705'183E 1'114'110N
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46.170250, 8.800607
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46°10'12.9"N 8°48'02.2"E
UTM
32T 484607 5112983
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
65.3 km
Duration
4:30 h
Ascent
914 m
Descent
914 m
Highest point
428 m
Lowest point
194 m
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Scenic
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