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Lavertezzo-Brione Verzasca

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    A route for the whole family along the Verzasca Valley up to the Sentierone. Wooden games and cozy picnic areas complete the adventure.

    easy
    Distance 6.6 km
    2:00 h
    225 m
    0 m
    757 m
    535 m

    In Lavertezzo, cross the two-arch bridge "Ponte dei Salti" overlooking the emerald waters of the Verzasca and follow the path that leads into the valley towards Brione Verzasca. Shortly after, you arrive at a picnic area with chalets. A little further along, going up the river, you can see the Orgnana waterfall.

    In Ganne, cross the bridge and upon reaching the other riverbank, climb a little by stairs before going down again. You can also swim in the river, but be cautious!

    Brione Verzasca is also a popular destination for bouldering enthusiasts because of its granite blocks. The bus line (Locarno-Tenero-Sonogno) passes through here. The route can be done in both directions, there are restaurants in Lavertezzo and Brione Verzasca.

    Tip: those who do the route from Brione Verzasca to Lavertezzo can try the "Boccia al bosco," a wooden bocce course with thirteen stations.

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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    Highest point
    757 m
    Lowest point
    535 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 10.34%Forested/wild trail 2.11%Path 76.44%Road 8.52%Unknown 2.57%
    Asphalt
    681 m
    Forested/wild trail
    140 m
    Path
    5 km
    Road
    561 m
    Unknown
    170 m
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    Safety information

    Swiss Trails - Safe hiking

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Coordinates

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    2'707'923E 1'124'009N
    DD
    46.258848, 8.838368
    DMS
    46°15'31.9"N 8°50'18.1"E
    UTM
    32T 487542 5122820
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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
    • Sun and rain protection
    • Provisions and drinking water
    • First aid kit
    • Pocket knife
    • Cell phone, possibly headlamp
    • Map material

    Localization

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

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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    6.6 km
    Duration
    2:00 h
    Ascent
    225 m
    Highest point
    757 m
    Lowest point
    535 m
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