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Vira Gambarogno-Alpe di Neggia
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Challenging climb to the Alpe di Neggia, at the foot of Monte Gambarogno. The 1191 meters of elevation gain are rewarded by a wonderful view.
difficult
Distance 25.1 km
Duration2:10 h
Ascent1,191 m
Descent1,191 m
Highest point1,394 m
Lowest point206 m
From Vira Gambarogno, the charming village on Lake Maggiore, you climb to the Alpe di Neggia on 12 km of quiet road. For the first six kilometers or so, the slope is almost constantly around 9%. Between km 6 and 7, at the height of Monti Piazzogna, the slope decreases slightly before the climb becomes truly demanding. Now there are five kilometers with a slope of 10-11%. These extend through hairpin bends up to the Alpe di Neggia, which is located at 1396 meters above sea level. Most of the route is in the shade, which is especially pleasant in the summer months. From the Alpe di Neggia, there is a splendid panoramic view of the lake, Ascona, Locarno, and the surrounding valleys.
- Average slope: 9.9%
- Climb from Vira Gambarogno: 12 km
- Elevation gain from Vira: +1191 m
Author’s recommendation
The destination of this route is at 1396 meters above sea level, so it is important to check the weather conditions in advance. For the descent, appropriate equipment and warm clothing are also necessary.
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Highest point
1,394 m
Lowest point
206 m
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Asphalt 1.12%Road 98.87%
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283 m
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24.9 km
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Coordinates
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2'708'487E 1'111'256N
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46.144056, 8.842716
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46°08'38.6"N 8°50'33.8"E
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32T 487852 5110065
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- Bike helmet
- Bike shoes
- Appropriate clothing
- Bike glasses
- Cycling gloves
- Bike pump
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Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
25.1 km
Duration
2:10 h
Ascent
1,191 m
Descent
1,191 m
Highest point
1,394 m
Lowest point
206 m
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