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Tenero-Ascona

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    A magnificent panoramic itinerary from Tenero to Ascona. Along the way are architecturally interesting buildings and enchanting gardens.
    easy
    Distance 13.3 km
    3:15 h
    67 m
    65 m
    207 m
    194 m
    The walk is suitable for everyone, which is why it is so popular. If that is too far, you can shorten it as you wish. The tour starts in Tenero and leads along the lake to Locarno. The path passes numerous villas, including the former barracks "Cà di ferro" from the 16th century, an important monument. Shortly after you reach Rivapiana, featuring welcoming grassy areas and little sandy beaches. Further you can see the San Quirico church inside the park of the same name. You now arrive at the Muralto lakeside, featuring a wide range of restaurants. After having passed Locarno harbour through the pretty Jean Arp gardens, where you can admire nine works by the artist. Continue on through Parco della Pace and the Parco delle Camelie (featuring more than 900 varieties!). Follow the river Maggia to the new pedestrian bridge and cross it. The path leads through the alleys of Ascona to the Golf Ascona. Back at the lake, the tour ends at the picturesque lakeside promenade of Ascona.
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    T1 easy
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    easy

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    Highest point
    207 m
    Lowest point
    194 m
    Best time of year
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    Track types

    Asphalt 36.40%Dirt road 0.58%Forested/wild trail 16.06%Path 6.76%Road 38.99%Unknown 1.18%
    Asphalt
    4.8 km
    Dirt road
    0.1 km
    Forested/wild trail
    2.1 km
    Path
    0.9 km
    Road
    5.2 km
    Unknown
    0.2 km
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    Safety information

    Sentieri Svizzeri - Escursioni sicure

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Tenero, Stazione-Minusio (Rivapiana)-Muralto, lungolago Giuseppe Motta-Locarno, Giardini Jean Arp-Locarno, Parco della Pace-Locarno,Delta-Ascona, Galbio-Ascona, Casa Orelli-Ascona, Saleggi-Ascona, Porto Patriziale-Ascona, Lido-Ascona, lungolago-Ascona, Centro
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    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Locarno: Take the B 1 bus in the direction of Gordola or the train. Get off at Tenero, Stazione.

    Return from Ascona: Take the B 1 bus in the direction of Grodola. Get off at Locarno train station. Further information: www.sbb.ch

    Coordinates

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    2'709'106E 1'114'987N
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    46.177518, 8.851592
    DMS
    46°10'39.1"N 8°51'05.7"E
    UTM
    32T 488545 5113782
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    • Hiking daypack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover
    • Comfortable and sturdy footwear
    • Adequate and durable outdoor clothing in multiple layers
    • Telescope sticks if necessary,
    • Sun and rain protection
    • Snacks and drinking water
    • First aid kit
    • Penknife
    • Mobile phone, headlight if necessary
    • Maps

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    Difficulty
    T1 easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    13.3 km
    Duration
    3:15 h
    Ascent
    67 m
    Descent
    65 m
    Highest point
    207 m
    Lowest point
    194 m
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