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Alzasca Trail

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    Lago d'Alzasca
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    You could call it the "Lake Circuit," this wonderful route that leads to the picturesque Capanna Alzasca (1734 m).
    difficult
    Distance 24.3 km
    6:40 h
    2,173 m
    2,173 m
    2,139 m
    415 m

    The path to the hut is in good condition and easy to walk, even though it is quite steep.  You pass numerous alpine huts with typical Vallemaggia Rustici (stone houses). Once at the hut, you quickly reach Alzasca Lake (1855 m), a destination for many fishermen. From Bocchetta di Cansgéï (2036 m), you can enjoy a spectacular view of the lake and the Campo valley. In the distance, you can also see the face of Pizzo Bombögn.

    From the pass, a level path leads up to 2135 m, from where the steep descent with some difficult sections begins, but with a view of Sascola Lake, a gem enclosed by rocks.

    The lake is crystal clear and deserves a stop for a short but refreshing swim. From here, you follow a rather technical path to Rotonda (1268 m) and then further to Tacitt (668 m). On a balcony path, you return via Rovana to Cevio.

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    Difficulty
    T2 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    2,139 m
    Lowest point
    415 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 3.81%Path 94.47%Road 1.70%
    Asphalt
    926 m
    Path
    23 km
    Road
    415 m
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    Rest stops

    Capanna Alzasca

    Safety information

    No particular danger. Capanna Alzasca is an excellent place to cool down and rest in bad weather.

    Poor reception from Corte Nuovo to Rotonda.

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Locarno train station: Take the NFB No. 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Get off at the Cevio, Centro stop. 
    Return from Cevio, Centro: Take the NFB No. 315 towards Locarno, Stazione. Get off at the train station.
    More information: www.sbb.ch        

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'689'639E 1'130'198N
    DD
    46.317201, 8.602450
    DMS
    46°19'01.9"N 8°36'08.8"E
    UTM
    32T 469393 5129368
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    Equipment

    👕 Clothing:

    • Functional, breathable shirt
    • Trail running shorts or leggings
    • Sports socks
    • Light wind/rain jacket
    • Hat or headband
    • Sunglasses with UV protection

    👟 Shoes:

    • Trail running shoes with good grip

    🥤 Hydration:

    • Trail running backpack or hip belt
    • At least 1 liter of water
    • Energy bars, gels, or dried fruit

    🧭 Safety:

    • Charged mobile phone
    • Map or GPS track of the route
    • Signal whistle
    • Small first aid kit
    • Emergency blanket

    ☀️ Additional tips:

    • Sunscreen
    • Anti-chafing cream
    • Trail running poles (optional)

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language

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    Difficulty
    T2 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    24.3 km
    Duration
    6:40 h
    Ascent
    2,173 m
    Descent
    2,173 m
    Highest point
    2,139 m
    Lowest point
    415 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic

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