An aerial cable-car brings you from Airolo to Alpe die Pesciüm. The hike begins at the middle station. The hike runs by several lakes in the Grasso di Lago, Alpe die Ravina, and Alpe di Prato areas. At this last point, look for the sign to Zemblasca. From here, there is a lovely hike in the direction of Ri della Valletta. Begin your ascent to Lago Tremorgio at the Ri Secco. At the end of the mountain ridge, in Brusada, you will have a view onto the entire lake basin. After the hut Capanna Tremorgio AET the trail falls off steeply and goes all the way to the Leventina. Follow the many switchbacks from Lago Tremorgio to Rodi-Fiesso passing through Cassin di Vènn.
Starting point: Middle station Alpe di Pesciüm (aerial cable-car from Airolo).
Destination: Train station Rodi-Fiesso.
Descending from Lago Tremorgio by aerial cable-car shortens the hike by one hour 50 min. .
Walking time: 6 h 10 min
Season: June through October
Altitude difference/Condition: 380 m ascent and 1300 m descent / Intermediate to difficult
Place to eat: Alpe die Pesciüm, Capanna Tremorgio AET, Rodi-Fiesso
Hiking map:
Hiking map SAW Valle Leventina 1:50'000 The careful planning of a hiking tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended hiking trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
