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Sonogno-Capanna Barone-Sonogno
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
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Two-day route in the Val Vegornèss, a very green and water-rich valley. Hike to the Capanna Barone starting and ending in the interesting village of Sonogno.
difficult
Distance 21.2 km
Duration7:35 h
Ascent1,324 m
Descent1,324 m
Highest point2,171 m
Lowest point912 m
Sonogno is accessible by car or bus (Locarno-Tenero-Sonogno line). You follow the Verzasca up to Cabiói (to Secada on paved road). Those wishing to stay overnight at the Capanna Barone can park in reserved spaces once they arrive at Cabiói, where the trail begins.
The trail ascends moderately until Corte di Fondo. You cross the wooden bridge and continue to Corte della Pianca. On the Alpe Vegornèss, which extends to Lake Barone, you may encounter grazing animals (cheese can be purchased at Corte di Piodoo or Sonogno). You walk along the rocky mountainside, then ascend to the Capanna Barone (open from June to October), which offers a fantastic view of the valley.
The Capanna Barone has 32 beds, toilet/shower, and cooking facilities. Drinks can be purchased. Those who wish can walk to the nearby Lake Barone (approx. 30 minutes). The next day you return to Sonogno (worth a visit!) on the same trail.
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Highest point
2,171 m
Lowest point
912 m
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Track types
Forested/wild trail 13.57%Path 63.56%Road 22.85%
Forested/wild trail
2.9 km
Path
13.5 km
Road
4.8 km
Rest stops
Mountain hut BaroneSafety information
Swiss trails - Safe hikes
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'703'855E 1'134'062N
DD
46.349908, 8.787851
DMS
46°20'59.7"N 8°47'16.3"E
UTM
32T 483676 5132947
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Equipment
- Trekking backpack (approx. 50 litres) with rain cover
- Sturdy and comfortable shoes, optionally change of shoes / sandals
- Clothing suitable for weather conditions and durable, layering principle
- Change of clothes
- Trekking poles
- Sun and rain protection
- Provisions and drinkable water
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Mobile phone
- Headlamp
- Map material
- Identification documents
- Toiletry bag and travel towel
- Hand wash detergent and rope for hanging laundry, camping equipment (tent, mattress, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), optionally hut equipment
Localization
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
21.2 km
Duration
7:35 h
Ascent
1,324 m
Descent
1,324 m
Highest point
2,171 m
Lowest point
912 m
Public-transport-friendly
Out and back
Scenic
Multi-stage route
Refreshment stops available
Weather at the starting point
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Maps and trails
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Stage 1: Sonogno-Capanna Barone
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 1
Distance
10.6 km
Duration
4:30 h
Ascent
1,290 m
Descent
0 m
A two-day hike through the green, water-rich Val Vegornèss. This demanding mountain tour to the Capanna Barone starts and finishes in the ...
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Long Distance Hiking
· Ascona-Locarno
Stage 2: Capanna Barone-Sonogno
Toprecommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
Stage 2
Distance
10.6 km
Duration
3:05 h
Ascent
0 m
Descent
1,290 m
A two-day hike through the green, water-rich Val Vegornèss. This demanding mountain tour to the Capanna Barone starts and finishes in the ...
from Mariano Berri,
Ascona-Locarno Tourism
2 Stages
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