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Trail Run Ritom

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Trail Run Ritom

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    Starting from Lake Ritom, Val Piora offers a challenging trail running route away from the most frequented paths, surrounded by a spectacular and unspoilt Alpine landscape.
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    Distance 24.5 km
    4:45 h
    759 m
    764 m
    2,568 m
    1,848 m
    The route starts at the upper station of the Ritom funicular, one of the steepest in the world with a maximum gradient of 89.8%. An initial stretch on asphalt leads to the Lake Ritom dam, from where the route continues along the reservoir for approximately two kilometres.

    The trail then leaves the lakeshore and climbs towards Lake Tom, before tackling a demanding ascent to the Cadlimo Hut, situated at an altitude of 2,570 metres. From here, a long descent begins through the wild Val Cadlimo, following the course of the Medel Rhine. The trail requires sure-footedness and a good level of fitness, but rewards runners with a truly immersive experience in a fascinating Alpine environment, where it is not unusual to encounter yaks and spot Tibetan prayer flags.

    Shortly after Stabbio Nuovo, a bridge allows runners to cross the river and continue around Schenadüi before heading back towards Val Piora. Along the way, a stop at the modern Cadagno Hut offers the perfect opportunity to recharge and enjoy a homemade speciality.

    What makes this trail particularly captivating are the colours of the Alpine lakes, forests, meadows and rocks. The scenery becomes especially impressive in autumn, when the vegetation takes on warm hues, creating beautiful contrasts with the water and the high-mountain landscape.

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    2,568 m
    Lowest point
    1,848 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 2.31%Dirt road 6.90%Forested/wild trail 8.08%Path 81.62%Road 1.07%
    Asphalt
    568 m
    Dirt road
    1.7 km
    Forested/wild trail
    2 km
    Path
    20 km
    Road
    263 m
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    Rest stops

    Canvetto di Charly

    Tips and suggestions

     Montagnepulite: This project was born to promote an effective management and sustainable use of mountain huts in Ticino, and in particular the litter management. The responsible management of litter in the mountains is a matter of common sense. We can all contribute: www.montagnepulite.ch

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    Lago Ritom
    Lago di Tom
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    Passo dell'Uomo
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    Staumauer Piora
    Centro biologia alpina, Piora
    Capanna Cadagno
    Capanna Cadlimo
    Rifugio lago Ritom (Bike friendly)
    Canvetto di Charly
    Abzweig ins Val Cadlimo

    Coordinates

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    2'695'014E 1'154'435N
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    46.534469, 8.677190
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    46°32'04.1"N 8°40'37.9"E
    UTM
    32T 475245 5153484
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    •  Trail running shoes 
    • Sun cap
    • Water-bottle
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    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    24.5 km
    Duration
    4:45 h
    Ascent
    759 m
    Descent
    764 m
    Highest point
    2,568 m
    Lowest point
    1,848 m
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