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San Nazzaro-Monti di Gerra-Gerra Gambarogno

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    Steep slopes characterize the hilly landscape of the municipality of Gambarogno. From the ancient small fishing villages on the lake shore to the most beautiful views in the region.

    moderate
    Distance 9.4 km
    3:50 h
    764 m
    758 m
    858 m
    202 m

    The charming village of S. Nazzaro is reachable by train. The route moves away from the lake shore to take the white-red-white marked path towards Monti di Vairano. You pass through the chestnut forest towards Sasso di Grumo, where the yoga path begins and the Sass da Grüm hotel is located. It is worth taking a break: Sasso di Grumo is considered a very special energetic place. The path continues to rise up to Monti di Vairano, a large village with typical rustic buildings. The trail here is a bit flatter and, through the beech forest of the Cedullo Valley, you reach Monti di Gerra, another large hamlet with typical stone houses. The descent towards Casenzano is quite steep and covers a large elevation difference in a short time. The crossing towards Gerra is a nice way to conclude the hike. It is worth stopping to contemplate the colorful houses characterizing the village. From here, you can take the bus or train.

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    Difficulty
    T2moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    858 m
    Lowest point
    202 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 16.60%Forested/wild trail 4.16%Path 75.44%Road 3.77%
    Asphalt
    1.6 km
    Forested/wild trail
    392 m
    Path
    7.1 km
    Road
    356 m
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    Rest stops

    Sass da Grüm

    Safety information

    Swiss Trails - Safe hikes

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Locarno train station: Take the S20 in the direction of Castione-Arbedo. Get off at Cadenzzo. Continue with bus 350 in the direction of Dirinella. Get off at S. Nazzaro, Paese. From Cadenazzo, depending on the connection, it is possible to continue with the S30 train in the direction of Gallarate.

    From Gerra (Gambarogno): Take bus 350 in the direction of S. Antonino, Centri Commerciali. In Cadenazzo change to the S20 train in the direction of Locarno. Alternatively, take bus 350 to Magadino and continue by boat to Locarno.

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'705'595E 1'110'041N
    DD
    46.133590, 8.805020
    DMS
    46°08'00.9"N 8°48'18.1"E
    UTM
    32T 484938 5108908
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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
    • Supplies 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
    T2moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    9.4 km
    Duration
    3:50 h
    Ascent
    764 m
    Descent
    758 m
    Highest point
    858 m
    Lowest point
    202 m
    Public-transport-friendly Linear route Scenic Refreshment stops available

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