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Giumaglio-Alpe Spluga-Giumaglio

Long Distance Hiking · Ascona-Locarno
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    Two-day round walk high above the roofs of Giumaglio. A tour that immerses you in the nature of the Maggia valley.
    moderate
    Distance 15 km
    8:00 h
    1,691 m
    1,691 m
    1,877 m
    352 m

    The red-and-white waymarked path on this round walk climbs steeply up to Arnau. Views of the Maggia valley and surrounding mountains can be glimpsed from time to time through the mighty chestnut trees. On reaching the top, you can already spy the distant stone refuges, nestled between barren mountains and lush meadows.

    Of the 11 low buildings on the Alpe di Spluga, three are geared to self-catering hikers. They are open from May to October and equipped with a shower/WC, dormitory, kitchen and lounge – and a terrace boasting an immersive "cinema", i.e. nature! Various beverages are available in the hut, paid by means of an honesty box.

    A steep ascent must mean there's a descent somewhere: this one is to Cortone. It's then a long yet pleasant descent to Arnau, followed by Giumaglio.

    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    1,877 m
    Lowest point
    352 m
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    Track types

    Forested/wild trail 1.54%Path 95.37%Road 3.08%
    Forested/wild trail
    0.2 km
    Path
    14.3 km
    Road
    0.5 km
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    Rest stops

    Mountain hut Alpe Spluga

    Safety information

    Sentieri Svizzeri - Escursioni sicure

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Giumaglio-Berzona-Arnau-Costa-Capanna Alpe Spluga-Cortone-Arnau-Front-Cappella di Cima-Giumaglio
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    Public transport

    From Locarno railway station: bus 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Alight at the bus stop Giumaglio. Return from Giumaglio: Take the bus 315 towards Locarno Stazione. Alight at Locarno station. Further information:

    Coordinates

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    2'695'718E 1'125'352N
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    46.272777, 8.680370
    DMS
    46°16'22.0"N 8°40'49.3"E
    UTM
    32T 475372 5124405
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    • Trekking backpack (approx. 50 liters) with rain cover
    • Comfortable and sturdy footwear, second pair of shoes / sandals if necessary
    • Adequate and durable outdoor clothing in multiple layers
    • Change of clothes
    • Telescope sticks
    • Sun and rain protection
    • Snacks and drinking water
    • First aid kit
    • Penknife
    • Mobile phone
    • Headlight
    • Maps
    • Travel documents
    • Toilet bag and travel towel, travel detergent and clothesline, camping equipment if necessary (tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), hut equipment if necessary

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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    15 km
    Duration
    8:00 h
    Ascent
    1,691 m
    Descent
    1,691 m
    Highest point
    1,877 m
    Lowest point
    352 m
    Round trip Multi-stage route Scenic Refreshment stops available Cultural/historical interest Geological highlights Flora Fauna

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    Long Distance Hiking · Ascona-Locarno
    Stage 1: Giumaglio-Arnau-Costa-Alpe Spluga
    recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate Stage 1
    Distance 8.1 km
    Duration 4:01 h
    Ascent 1,542 m
    Descent 52 m

    Mountain tour off the beaten track in the Maggia valley. From dense chestnut forest to barren mountain, where time appears to stand still.

    from Mariano Berri,   Ascona-Locarno Tourism
    Long Distance Hiking · Ascona-Locarno
    Stage 2: Alpe Spluga-Cortone-Arnau-Giumaglio
    recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate Stage 2
    Distance 6.9 km
    Duration 2:42 h
    Ascent 0 m
    Descent 1,490 m

    Remote mountain setting above Giumaglio. The Vallemaggia hides many a secret in its side valleys.

    from Mariano Berri,   Ascona-Locarno Tourism
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