If you prefer, you can start the trek from Locarno, on the shores of Lake Maggiore (200 m a.s.l.). Otherwise, you can gain a 1,500-metre head start on elevation by taking a funicular, cable car and chairlift up the mountain.
At Cimetta, with the lake landscape behind you, you will set off on an adventure that will take you straight to the heart of the Ticino Alps over the space of several days. The first stage takes you on a long hike along spectacular slopes and ridges straddling the Vallemaggia and Verzasca regions. On your way up to the rocky Madom da Sgiof, you will tackle a narrow ledge overlooking a precipice and a short rock climb which will put you to the test, but a few metal staples in the rock are there to assist in the most challenging spots. The trek ends at Alpe Masnee, built from ruins and perched up high like an eagle's nest. The restoration of these Alpine huts successfully balances conservation and development, achieving a symbiosis of sustainable ecotourism and architectural heritage.
- Rifugio Alpe Masnee (2063m)
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Technical Data
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Stage length
12,9 km
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Height difference ascent
1520 m
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Height difference descent
1090 m
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Maximum height
2247 m
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Duration
6:45 h
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Difficulty
T5–
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