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Historical path number 2 - Negrentino Historic Trail

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Historical path number 2 - Negrentino Historic Trail

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    Hiking the Blenio Valley trails is the perfect way get closer to the masterpieces of rural Romanesque architecture. Along the circular historical path in Negrentino, one embarks on an engaging journey through time, full of numerous ancient churches and chapels containing artistic sculptures and frescoes.
    Distance 5 km
    1:50 h
    339 m
    337 m
    877 m
    538 m
    The itinerary begins from the Old Railway Station in Acquarossa and, following the designated brown signage, first reaches the present-day Parish Church of S. Ambrogio in Prugiasco. Then, by way of the ancient Via dei Someri that led up to the Nara pass, get to one of the most important points, namely the Church of S. Carlo in Negrentino, once dedicated to S. Ambrogio.

    The church is one of the most notable in Ticino, renowned for both its striking architectural layout and its precious Romanesque and late Gothic frescoes.

    Having appreciated this little gem, continue across the Negrentino footbridge to reach the picturesque village of Leontica with the patronal Church of S. Giovanni Battista and the meeting point known as ‘Il Larice’.

    The route then descends back to its starting point, on secondary roads and pleasant paths that wind through the surrounding woods, passing the Oratory of SS. Vincenzo de' Paoli, Giacomo and Bartolomeo in Comprovasco.

    The loop route is 4.5 km long and lasts a total of 1 hour and 55 minutes. To truly appreciate this itinerary, we recommend allowing for a full day.

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    Itinerary:

    • Departure and finish: Old Station, Acquarossa
    • Chiurch of S. Ambrogio, Prugiasco
    • Old mule track, Nara
    • Church of S. Carlo anciently S Ambrogio, Negrentino-Prugiasco
    • Footbridge of Negrentino, parking Nara
    • Church of S. Giovanni Battista, Leontica
    • Historical Militia of Leontica, Leontica
    • Oratory of SS. Vincenzo de' Paoli, Giacomo and Bartolomeo, Comprovasco
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    Update: October 04, 2024
    Highest point
    877 m
    Lowest point
    538 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 21.07%Forested/wild trail 2.33%Path 55.71%Road 20.87%
    Asphalt
    1.1 km
    Forested/wild trail
    117 m
    Path
    2.8 km
    Road
    1 km
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    Rest stops

    BP service station, (Bike Friendly)
    Ristorante Rubino Megabello (Bike friendly)
    Capanna Gorda (Bike friendly)
    Ristorante La Pernice, (Bike Friendly)

    Safety information

    The signalisation is uniform and the colour used is brown. In addition to these signs, there are orientation and thematic boards on the ground.

    Coordinates

    SwissGrid
    2'715'213E 1'145'943N
    DD
    46.454918, 8.938325
    DMS
    46°27'17.7"N 8°56'18.0"E
    UTM
    32T 495263 5144595
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Similar routes nearby

    • Historical path number 1 - Historical trail of the middle and lower Blenio Valley (right bank)
    • Historical path number 3 - Historic footpath of the middle and lower Blenio Valley
    • The Negrentino San Carlo Romanesque church
    • Leontica - Pozza del Felice
    • Circuito Dongio-Satro (SwitzerlandMobility 652)
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    Distance
    5 km
    Duration
    1:50 h
    Ascent
    339 m
    Descent
    337 m
    Highest point
    877 m
    Lowest point
    538 m
    Round trip Family-friendly Cultural/historical interest

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