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Lago del Naret-Sasso Nero-Lago del Naret

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    Immense vastness, majestic mountains and crystal-clear lakes. Route on a white-red trail through a high-altitude lake landscape.
    moderate
    Distance 8.6 km
    3:50 h
    731 m
    731 m
    2,625 m
    2,180 m

    The artificial lake opened in 1970, Lago Narèt, is used to produce hydroelectric power and, with its 31.6 million m³, constitutes an imposing structure at 2300 m above sea level. The surrounding peaks and mountain lakes invite you to discover more about this place.

    From the parking lot along Lago Narèt you continue to the Pass and then through the sparse landscape of the Valle del Coro and then uphill to the Bocchetta del Lago Nero. On the right you can admire Lago Nero and, with some luck, also encounter chamois and ibex.

    The descent from the Bocchetta is very steep. After overcoming about 300 meters of elevation, the trail leads through the lake landscape of Laiòzz, a group of mountain lakes with some islets. You then continue downhill, passing Sasso Nero and a small shelter on the left. Follow one final ascent to return to Lago del Narèt.

    The route can be comfortably done in both directions.

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    Difficulty
    T3moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    2,625 m
    Lowest point
    2,180 m
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    Track types

    Forested/wild trail 5.78%Path 94.21%
    Forested/wild trail
    498 m
    Path
    8.1 km
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    Rest stops

    Rifugio Sasso Nero

    Directions

    It is recommended to arrive by car. From Locarno to Fusio and then to the artificial lake Naret parking lot.

    Coordinates

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    2'686'566E 1'147'525N
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    46.473456, 8.565794
    DMS
    46°28'24.4"N 8°33'56.9"E
    UTM
    32T 466666 5146745
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    Equipment

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

    Localization

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    Difficulty
    T3moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    8.6 km
    Duration
    3:50 h
    Ascent
    731 m
    Descent
    731 m
    Highest point
    2,625 m
    Lowest point
    2,180 m
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