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Maggiore Trekking
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
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From the borders of the sky to the shores of Lake Maggiore.
difficult
Distance 56.3 km
Duration23:50 h
Ascent4,600 m
Descent4,270 m
Highest point2,224 m
Lowest point532 m
The MAGGIORE TREKKING sets off along the path that, from the upper Rovana Valley, winds down to the shores of Lake Maggiore. Alternating breathtaking panoramas between the wonderful valleys of the Locarno region, fine natural environments, and precious historical testimonies, this route composed of 4 stages offers the possibility to cross untouched areas, but also to encounter numerous and varied local traditions.
Thanks to the various access possibilities, which can also become possible exit points, it is possible to plan the individual stages between huts according to your own preferences.
The intention of the MAGGIORE TREKKING is not only to follow a purely white/red marked path while enjoying the beauty of the region, but in particular to offer an overview of the peculiarities: restaurants, crafts, local products, and accommodation options, so that the hiker can fully experience the realities of the local area.
Attention: Between the Alpe d'Arena and Salei huts there are herds guarded by protection dogs.
Author
Mariano Berri
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Highest point
2,224 m
Lowest point
532 m
Best time of year
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Track types
Asphalt 2.94%Dirt road 2.44%Forested/wild trail 1.25%Path 89.27%Road 0.21%Lift/cableway 3.84%Unknown 0.02%
Asphalt
1.7 km
Dirt road
1.4 km
Forested/wild trail
709 m
Path
50.3 km
Road
119 m
Lift/cableway
2.2 km
Unknown
13 m
Rest stops
Casa di vacanza Giovanibosco HostelMountain hut Alpe Arena
Mountain hut Salei
Palazzo Gamboni - swiss historic hotel
Rifugio Corte Nuovo
Alla Capanna, Monte Comino
Rifugio al Legn
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'680'931E 1'130'018N
DD
46.316688, 8.489380
DMS
46°19'00.1"N 8°29'21.8"E
UTM
32T 460687 5129361
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Equipment
- Trekking backpack (approx. 50 liters) with rain cover
- Sturdy and comfortable shoes, possibly spare shoes / sandals
- Clothing suitable for weather conditions and durable, layering principle
- Change of clothes
- Trekking poles
- Sun and rain protection
- Provisions and portable water
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Mobile phone
- Headlamp
- Cartographic material
- Identification documents
- Toiletry bag and travel towel
- Hand wash detergent and clothesline rope, camping equipment (tent, mat, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), possibly cabin equipment
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated using Italian as the source language
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
56.3 km
Duration
23:50 h
Ascent
4,600 m
Descent
4,270 m
Highest point
2,224 m
Lowest point
532 m
Public-transport-friendly
Linear route
Multi-stage route
Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Cultural/historical interest
Geological highlights
Flora
Fauna
Cableway ascent/descent
Weather at the starting point
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Maps and trails
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Maggiore Trek Stage 1: Bosco Gurin-La Reggia Refuge
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 1
Distance
9.2 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
846 m
Descent
924 m
The trailhead is located in the picturesque core of the Walser village of Bosco Gurin and heads west towards Grossalp.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 2: Rifugio La Reggia-Rifugio Arena
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 2
Distance
11.2 km
Duration
4:15 h
Ascent
939 m
Descent
657 m
At 1,405 m a.s.l., Cimalmotto is the highest hamlet within the Municipality of Campo Vallemaggia.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 3: Rifugio Arena-Rifugio Corte Nuovo
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 3
Distance
17.8 km
Duration
7:15 h
Ascent
1,476 m
Descent
1,527 m
After reaching the alpine lake, Lago della Cavegna, the trail takes you back down, towards Alpe Porcaresc. Here a modern structure sells excellent ...
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Trekking Maggiore Stage 4: Rifugio Corte Nuovo-Mergugno
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 4
Distance
18.2 km
Duration
8:45 h
Ascent
1,522 m
Descent
1,833 m
The Corte Nuovo refuge is an unmanned structure, suitable for an overnight stay. In the morning you head off for Brissago.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
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