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Comologno-Monte Comino

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    Through picturesque landscapes from the Onsernone Valley to Centovalli. Long hike with breathtaking views from Comologno to Monte Comino.
    moderate
    Distance 11.6 km
    6:00 h
    1,463 m
    1,392 m
    2,004 m
    848 m
    This scenic tour begins in Comologno, one of the last villages in the Onsernone Valley. Cross the river Isorno, which flows below the village, and the steep ascent begins through the impressive Onsernone forest reserve, which extends to Pizzo Ruscada. The reserve has a considerable population of silver firs. After Alpe Lumbardòn, the trail makes a big bend towards Capellone, from where it climbs up to Pizzo Ruscada. The view of the surrounding mountains is fantastic! If you want to skip the summit, choose the direct route to Corte Nuovo, where the Rifugio, renovated in 2016, awaits you with a fantastic view all the way to Lake Maggiore. After Pescia Lunga, there is an up and down along the ridge. Below Pianasc to Pizzin and finally down to the church of Madonna della Segna. Another stone's throw and you reach Monte Comino. From here you can take the cable car down to Verdasio station.
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    Mariano Berri 
    Update: September 10, 2024
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,004 m
    Lowest point
    848 m
    Best time of year
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    Track types

    Asphalt 0.44%Path 99.47%Road 0.07%
    Asphalt
    0.1 km
    Path
    11.5 km
    Road
    0 km
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    Rest stops

    Palazzo Gamboni - swiss historic hotel
    Rifugio Corte Nuovo

    Safety information

    Sentieri Svizzeri - Escursioni sicure

    Start

    Comologno
    Coordinates:
    SwissGrid
    2'687'810E 1'117'547N
    DD
    46.203653, 8.576336
    DMS
    46°12'13.2"N 8°34'34.8"E
    UTM
    32T 467315 5116762
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    Destination

    Monte di Comino

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Comologno-Capellone-Pizzo Ruscada-Rifugio Corte Nuovo-Pescia Lunga-Pianasc-Pizzin-Madonna della Segna-Monte di Comino

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'687'810E 1'117'547N
    DD
    46.203653, 8.576336
    DMS
    46°12'13.2"N 8°34'34.8"E
    UTM
    32T 467315 5116762
    w3w 
    ///dude.windmill.coaching
    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
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    11.6 km
    Duration
    6:00 h
    Ascent
    1,463 m
    Descent
    1,392 m
    Highest point
    2,004 m
    Lowest point
    848 m
    Linear route Scenic

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