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Intro

In sunny Ticino, the trails around Lake Ritom offer challenging running off the beaten track. This particular trail takes you to a place that feels far away, but is still right here in Switzerland.

Description

After a brief warm-up, a steep climb leads to a much wilder landscape, passing blue lakes on the way to Capanna Cadlimo. From the hut, situated at a vantage point of 2,570 metres, a downhill section through the Cadlimo Valley follows the river, Reno di Medel. Travelling through the valley requires sure-footedness as you share the hillside with grazing yaks and colourful prayer flags.

Use the bridge near Stabbio Nuovo to cross the river, curve around the Schenadüi and begin your return towards the Piora Valley. Descending gradually, the terrace of the modern Capanna Cadagno is a welcome stop for a slice of torta di pane with pine nuts.

In the autumn months, bushes on the hillside blaze red in contrast to the rocky surroundings and deep blue lakes. Blueberries spread beneath your feet, and the grasses glow like gold. The final kilometres pass through the shade of the forest along the water of the expansive Lake Ritom.

Tip from ALPSinsight: Riding the Piora funicular railway and running an extra kilometre to the start saves a winding drive up to the Piora car park beside the dam.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Ambrì-Piotta
Destination
Ambrì-Piotta
Start Point
Piora (Funicolare Ritom upper station)
Target Point
Piora (Funicolare Ritom upper station)
Direction
Round trip
Altitude (meter above sea level)
2570 m
Ascent
1098 m
Descent
1098 m
Distance
25 km
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
June - October
Theme
Along Water, To an alp, With panoramic view, Over a pass
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Map

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Contact

Funicolare Ritom SA
Casella postale 17
6775  Ambri
Switzerland

Phone  +41 (0)91 868 31 51
Fax +41 (0)91 868 31 52
info@ritom.ch
ritom.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

Distance

25 km

Ascent

1098 m

Travel information: Ambrì-Piotta