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Cimalmotto-Alpe Magnello-Cimalmotto

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    Circular path in a charming mountain setting. A white-red route truly unmissable for nature lovers and enthusiasts of the Ticino tradition.

    moderate
    Distance 8.8 km
    3:15 h
    566 m
    566 m
    1,801 m
    1,357 m

    After a few minutes walking on the drivable paved road, you arrive from the characteristic village of Cimalmotto at the starting point of this route. Apart from a short initial climb, the path immediately descends to the Piano della Stufa, followed by an ascent to Alpe Magnello, with an elevation gain of 400 meters.

    The richness of nature allows you to distract yourself from the physical effort and, almost without noticing, you have already reached the summit. Alpe Magnello lies at 1808 m above sea level, on the Italian border, and is one of the few alpine farms in the Valle di Campo still active: a true blend of tradition and culture! During the summer months, it is possible to observe cheese production and choose from a wide range of fresh products for sale.

    On the way back, you cross the Ri di Magnello before descending to Fontanella and returning to the starting point at Cimalmotto. Check the bus schedule to and from Cimalmotto in advance.

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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    1,801 m
    Lowest point
    1,357 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 21.17%Forested/wild trail 18.20%Path 60.61%Road 0.01%Unknown 0%
    Asphalt
    1.9 km
    Forested/wild trail
    1.6 km
    Path
    5.3 km
    Road
    1 m
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    Safety information

    Swiss Trails - Safe hiking

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Outbound from Locarno, Station: take bus NFB 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Get off at the Cevio, Centro stop. 2 min walk to the Cevio, Posta stop and take bus 331 towards Bosco Gurin, Paese. Get off at Cerentino and take bus 332 to Cimalmotto.

    Return from Cimalmotto: take bus 332 to Cerentino then bus 331 to Cevio, Posta. 2 min walk to the Cevio, Centro stop. Take bus 315 towards Locarno, Station. For more information: www.sbb.ch

    Coordinates

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    2'681'054E 1'126'434N
    DD
    46.284438, 8.490346
    DMS
    46°17'04.0"N 8°29'25.2"E
    UTM
    32T 460739 5125777
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    Equipment

    • Hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover
    • Sturdy and comfortable shoes
    • Clothing suitable for weather conditions and durable, layer dressing principle, and possibly trekking poles
    • Sun and rain protection
    • Provisions and drinking water
    • First aid kit
    • Pocket knife
    • Mobile phone, possibly headlamp
    • Map material

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated using Italian as the source language

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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    8.8 km
    Duration
    3:15 h
    Ascent
    566 m
    Descent
    566 m
    Highest point
    1,801 m
    Lowest point
    1,357 m
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