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Lakes Orsino, Orsirora and Valletta Route

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Lakes Orsino, Orsirora and Valletta Route

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  • Lakes Orsino, Orsirora and Valletta Route
    Lakes Orsino, Orsirora and Valletta Route
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    The region of the Saint Gotthard Pass is particularly rich in natural and artificial bodies of water. 

    Distance 13 km
    4:20 h
    511 m
    511 m
    2,481 m
    2,075 m

    Starting from Lake Lucendro, this splendid circular excursion features bizarre water shapes embedded in the heart of the Alps and formed through glacial erosion. Note the iridescent colors of the various small lakes: the intense blue of Orsino and the emerald green of Orsirora. All are stunning, whether seen from the lakeshores or admired from the trail above. Alpine flora and fauna frame everything and it is easy to encounter some shy marmots.

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    The careful planning of a tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it.

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    Update: May 10, 2023
    Highest point
    2,481 m
    Lowest point
    2,075 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 16.30%Dirt road 7.21%Forested/wild trail 8.54%Path 57.43%Road 10.50%
    Asphalt
    2.1 km
    Dirt road
    940 m
    Forested/wild trail
    1.1 km
    Path
    7.5 km
    Road
    1.4 km
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    Rest stops

    Hotel Forni (Bike friendly)
    Albergo San Gottardo (Bike friendly)
    Chalet Ravina (Bike friendly)
    Caseificio dimostrativo del Gottardo (Bike friendly)

    Coordinates

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    2'686'554E 1'156'761N
    DD
    46.556534, 8.567363
    DMS
    46°33'23.5"N 8°34'02.5"E
    UTM
    32T 466837 5155976
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    Distance
    13 km
    Duration
    4:20 h
    Ascent
    511 m
    Descent
    511 m
    Highest point
    2,481 m
    Lowest point
    2,075 m
    Round trip Family-friendly Flora Fauna

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