With the arrival of spring, Ticino turns into an immense open -air adventure park. The days stretch, the climate becomes milder and the territory invites us to rediscover the pleasure of outdoor sport: hiking, trail running, climbing and cycling become protagonists
The sacred wood of Mergugno and the flowering of the Maggiocondolo
The months of May and June mark the perfect start for the altitude outputs, with breathtaking views and paths that wind between ridges, pastures and lakes. A rich proposal, designed for those looking for authentic emotions, uncontaminated nature and new physical and mental challenges.
One of the most fascinating places of Ticino It is the sacred wood of Mergugno, located above Brissago at over a thousand meters above sea level. This secular forest, protected since the Middle Ages, is famous for the presence of Maggiocondolo Alpinerare and spectacular plant that blooms between May and June, coloring the landscape of yellow bright.
The path that leads to the woods starts from the village of Mergugno and, following the signs for the Legn hut, reaches 1,600 meters through Alpe Arolgia. For the most trained, the path continues to Ghiridone, the highest peak overlooking Lake Maggiore, from which you can enjoy a 360 -degree panoramic view.
From Mount Bar to the Alps: excursion between landscapes and local products
Il Monte Barwith its 1,816 meters, offers an excursion that crosses diversified and fascinating environments. Starting from the village of Bogno, in Val Colla, you go up to the Alpe Cottino, where the Scottish cows graze, and then arrive at the San Lucio hut. From here the panorama opens on the Val Colla and Val Cavargna.
The route continues along a sunny ridge to Alpe Pietrarossa, known for its cheeses, and ends at the Monte Bar hut, where the view extends to Lake Lugano. The descent finally leads to Corticiasca, well connected by public transport.
Cimetta Trail: from the sky to the lake in the Verzasca Valley
One of the most suggestive experiences starts from Orselina, above Locarno. With the cable car they are reached Carda and then Peakstarting point of a spectacular trail. At 1,670 meters above sea level, the view of Lake Maggiore and the Alps opens. The path continues towards the top of the Trosa and reaches the picturesque village of Mergoscia.
Along the way you will meet pastures, pastures and historical views, until you reach Lake Vogorno and the famous Verzasca dam. Nature, culture and panorama merge into an unmissable itinerary.
Capanna del Pairolo and teeth of the old man: the kingdom of climbing
Climbing enthusiasts find a true paradise in the upper valley. The pairolo hut, reachable in an hour from Cimadera, is the ideal base to explore the over 80 climbing areas in the area. The rocky massif of the Teeth of the old womana dolomitic formation that extends to the Italian border.
With more than three hundred climbing routes of different difficulties and numerous possibilities of excursions, it is a perfect destination for sportsmen and nature lovers.
Challenge gravity to the Luzzone dam
For those looking for strong emotions, the Luzzone dam It is an obligatory stop. Here is the longest artificial climbing route in the world, traced directly on the cement of the dam: 165 meters high, 650 sockets and an increasing difficulty that culminates in a overhanging trait. An extreme and unforgettable experience, reserved for the most daring climbers.
By bicycle along the Leventina: landscapes and on movement
The cycle path that crosses Leventina, part of the route n. 3 of “Switzerland by bike”gives a fascinating journey between nature and history. In a few kilometers you cross alpine forests, vineyards and areas with an almost Mediterranean climate, with palm trees and dry stone walls.
Along the way, places of great cultural interest are encountered, such as the Grande Dazio, the historical houses of Faido and the Romanesque church of San Nicolao in Giornico (See cover photo David & Kathrin Photogtraphy and Film GmbH). The path continues towards Bellinzona, giving emotions to every ride.
