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Someo-Alzasca Hut-Cevio
Long Distance Hiking
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Two-day route through the enchanting side valleys of the Vallemaggia. Tradition in an alpine landscape at 1760 m above sea level.
difficult
Distance 18.3 km
Duration8:30 h
Ascent1,712 m
Descent1,665 m
Highest point1,774 m
Lowest point358 m
After passing various alpine huts selling fresh cheese, typical rustic houses of the Vallemaggia (natural stone houses), and panoramic spots inviting a break, the trail leads into the unspoiled Soladino Valley, where the vegetation changes with each meter climbed. Thanks to this variety, the long route feels easier.
After the forest, a wide green alpine pasture opens up and the Alzasca Hut can be seen, standing against the backdrop of a majestic mountain frame. The small and cozy refuge is equipped with all comforts. Staffed from late May to mid-October, in the remaining months it is accessible for autonomous stays. The silence and the endless view reward the previous strenuous ascent.
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Highest point
1,774 m
Lowest point
358 m
Best time of year
Jan
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Track types
Forested/wild trail 4.38%Path 91.56%Road 4.05%
Forested/wild trail
803 m
Path
16.8 km
Road
744 m
Rest stops
Capanna AlzascaSafety information
Swiss Trails - Safe hikes
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Outbound from Locarno, Station: take the NFB 315 bus, direction Cavergno, Village. Get off at the Someo stop. Return from Cevio, Center: take the 315 bus direction Locarno, Station. For more information: www.sbb.chCoordinates
SwissGrid
2'694'284E 1'126'862N
DD
46.286559, 8.662084
DMS
46°17'11.6"N 8°39'43.5"E
UTM
32T 473969 5125942
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Equipment
- Trekking backpack (approx. 50 liters) with rain cover
- Sturdy and comfortable shoes, possibly change of shoes / sandals
- Clothing suitable for weather conditions and durable, layering principle
- Change of clothes
- Trekking poles
- Protection from sun and rain
- Provisions and portable water
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Mobile phone
- Headlamp
- Map material
- Identification documents
- Toiletry bag and travel towel
- Detergent for hand washing and rope for hanging laundry, camping equipment (tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), possibly hut equipment
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
18.3 km
Duration
8:30 h
Ascent
1,712 m
Descent
1,665 m
Highest point
1,774 m
Lowest point
358 m
Public-transport-friendly
Multi-stage route
Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Cultural/historical interest
Weather at the starting point
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Maps and trails
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Stage 1: Someo-Capanna Alzasca
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
Stage 1
Distance
8.7 km
Duration
3:53 h
Ascent
1,376 m
Descent
10 m
A hike worth every step. A journey of discovery through the wild nature of Valle Soladino.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Stage 2: Capanna Alzasca-Cevio
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 2
Distance
9.6 km
Duration
3:32 h
Ascent
141 m
Descent
1,462 m
A cross-country tour through some marvellously quiet, pristine scenery.
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
2 Stages
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