Corona di Pinz Trail

From Monte Verità, located just above the picturesque village of Ascona, the route begins with a 6.5 km climb to the Corona di Pinz. The first part of the ascent develops for about 4 km within a dense forest, then continues in a more open environment for the next 2.5 km.

Upon reaching the Corona di Pinz, where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama, the trail continues towards Alpe di Naccio. This section is characterized by gentle slopes and is largely runnable, ideal for maintaining a good rhythm.

Upon reaching Alpe di Naccio, you face a descent of about 2.5 km on a challenging path, followed by a flat section of 1.5 km on a forest road. The itinerary concludes with a short stretch on asphalt before returning to the trails that lead to Monte Verità, where the trail ends.

Option: From Alpe di Naccio, it is possible to take the path leading to Pizzo Leone, a highly recommended peak for its enchanting panorama. The return follows the same path back to Alpe di Naccio, where the marked route is resumed. This variant adds about 3.7 km and 325 m of elevation gain to the overall route.