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The path of the three rivers

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    The Ascona-Locarno region is known for its crystal clear, emerald green, deep blue and sparkling rivers. Beautiful hike through an enchanting riverscape. 
    easy
    Distance 6 km
    1:35 h
    56 m
    138 m
    339 m
    221 m
    The river Isorno rises in Italy at Pizzo di Madéi and makes its way down the Onsernone Valley to Centovalli, where it flows into the Melezza. In Ponte Brolla, the gateway to the Terre di Pedemonte and the Vallemaggia, the Maggia joins it and together they flow into Lake Maggiore. The hike starts in Intragna, known for the highest bellt ower in Ticino (65m). The best way to get to Intragna is with the Centovallina (Locarno-Domodossola train). Over the bridge "Ponte dei Cavalli" you cross the Isorno in the direction of Cavigliano. Through a wild landscape you go along the Melezza to Tegna. The natural pool is a popular bathing place. The trail continues to Ponte Brolla, where the Maggia comes through the deep gorge (impressive to see from the old railway bridge) and joins the Melezza further down. If you still have energy left, you can walk back to Intragna on the other side, along a beautiful path in idyllic nature.
    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    339 m
    Lowest point
    221 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 12.17%Dirt road 0.30%Forested/wild trail 54.06%Path 21.21%Road 12.24%
    Asphalt
    0.7 km
    Dirt road
    0 km
    Forested/wild trail
    3.3 km
    Path
    1.3 km
    Road
    0.7 km
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    Start

    Intragna, railway station
    Coordinates:
    SwissGrid
    2'697'559E 1'114'801N
    DD
    46.177610, 8.702041
    DMS
    46°10'39.4"N 8°42'07.3"E
    UTM
    32T 477002 5113824
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    Destination

    Ponte Brolla, railway station

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Intragna-Cavigliano-Verscio-Tegna-Ponte Brolla

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Locarno train station: Take the Centovallina railway in the direction of Domodossola. Get off in Intragna.

    Return from Ponte Brolla: Take the Centovallina railway in the direction of Locarno, Stazione. Get off at the station. Further information: www.sbb.ch

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'697'559E 1'114'801N
    DD
    46.177610, 8.702041
    DMS
    46°10'39.4"N 8°42'07.3"E
    UTM
    32T 477002 5113824
    w3w 
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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
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    6 km
    Duration
    1:35 h
    Ascent
    56 m
    Descent
    138 m
    Highest point
    339 m
    Lowest point
    221 m
    Public-transport-friendly Linear route Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Insider tip

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