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  • La Froda Waterfall, Sonogno
    La Froda Waterfall, Sonogno
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    A route discovering Sonogno and surroundings. A pleasant walk along the Redorta stream to explore the village and the natural beauty surrounding it.
    closed
    moderate
    Distance 5.7 km
    1:40 h
    194 m
    194 m
    1,045 m
    912 m

    Sonogno, the last village of the Verzasca Valley, is accessible by car or bus (Locarno-Tenero-Sonogno line). This easy walk starts from the sports field/ice rink, where you first have to cross the bridge and then, once on the other bank, follow the Redorta stream along an easy path.

    After only a few minutes of walking, you reach the impressive La Froda waterfall, about 100 meters high. Those who have had enough can cross the bridge at Froda and return to Sonogno. Those still eager to explore can continue to Corte and cross the river there.

    Return is along a secondary road where cars almost never pass. On the way back you encounter a Grotto where you can refresh yourself. Strolling through the alleys of Sonogno's historic center gives the impression of being in a museum. Typical stone houses, flowered balconies, paved alleys, little shops with local products and restaurants. The museum and the Wool House are also worth a visit.

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    Difficulty
    T2moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    1,045 m
    Lowest point
    912 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 45.98%Path 47.08%Road 6.92%
    Asphalt
    2.6 km
    Path
    2.7 km
    Road
    395 m
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    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Coordinates

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    2'703'854E 1'134'061N
    DD
    46.349904, 8.787848
    DMS
    46°20'59.7"N 8°47'16.3"E
    UTM
    32T 483676 5132947
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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
    • 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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    Status
    closed
    Difficulty
    T2moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    5.7 km
    Duration
    1:40 h
    Ascent
    194 m
    Descent
    194 m
    Highest point
    1,045 m
    Lowest point
    912 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Refreshment stops available Family-friendly

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