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In the heart of the Morobbia Valley
In the heart of the Morobbia Valley
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This wonderful hike starts from Carena (958 m), the last village in the Morobbia Valley, and climbs up to the 'Biscia' (2,002 m), where the recently renovated Capanna Gesero is located and where it is possible to stay overnight or to stop for a simple break.
difficult
Distance 18.6 km
Duration6:55 h
Ascent1,130 m
Descent1,118 m
Highest point2,060 m
Lowest point933 m
From here, a beautiful flat trail supported by walls and military walkways leads to the San Jorio Pass (2,011 m). This pass plays an important role in the history of the valley because, at the beginning of the last century, numerous inhabitants smuggled contraband over the San Jorio from Carena or Gesero. Rice, pasta, cured meats, fabrics, and carpets were imported and at the same time cigarettes, salt and coffee were exported. Smuggling continued until after the war.
Along the route are trenches and bunkers dating back to WWI, illustrated by the Fortificazioni Ticinesi (forti.ch) information panels.
From the famous pass that divides Switzerland and Italy, return to Carena via the Alpe di Giumello (1,594 m) where excellent D.O.P. alpine cheese is produced during the summer.
There are several panoramic viewpoints along the way, including a particularly fascinating one above Alpe Giumello. From here enjoy a breathtaking view of the Magadino Plain extending as far as Lake Maggiore, as well as the surrounding mountains. This vantage point is ideal for admiring the scenery and taking memorable photos.
Along the route are trenches and bunkers dating back to WWI, illustrated by the Fortificazioni Ticinesi (forti.ch) information panels.
From the famous pass that divides Switzerland and Italy, return to Carena via the Alpe di Giumello (1,594 m) where excellent D.O.P. alpine cheese is produced during the summer.
There are several panoramic viewpoints along the way, including a particularly fascinating one above Alpe Giumello. From here enjoy a breathtaking view of the Magadino Plain extending as far as Lake Maggiore, as well as the surrounding mountains. This vantage point is ideal for admiring the scenery and taking memorable photos.

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Bellinzona e Valli Turismo
Update: September 10, 2024
Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
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Highest point
2,060 m
Lowest point
933 m
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Track types
Asphalt 12.32%Dirt road 8.81%Forested/wild trail 9.60%Path 69.26%
Asphalt
2.3 km
Dirt road
1.6 km
Forested/wild trail
1.8 km
Path
12.9 km
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Coordinates
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2'727'299E 1'114'326N
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46.168379, 9.086954
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46°10'06.2"N 9°05'13.0"E
UTM
32T 506712 5112759
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- Hiking boots
- Sun cap
- Water-bottle
- Food
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream
- Hiking map
- Camera
Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
18.6 km
Duration
6:55 h
Ascent
1,130 m
Descent
1,118 m
Highest point
2,060 m
Lowest point
933 m
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