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Intro

One of the most attractive single trails in the Ticino winds its way as a high trail around the Val Colla above Lugano and leads through the hilly forests of Malcantone to the imposing Monte Tamaro. A fantastic tour with spectacular panoramic views.

Detour / Closure

There are detours or closures along this route, for more information see https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/mountainbikeland/route66

Description

The section between Monte Brè and Rivera offers plenty of variety. The first part on the ridge between the Pairolo and Gola di Lago where three cosy cabins are located, is a true classic. As a bonus there are picturesque villages, historic monuments – and lots of Italian spirit waiting in store. A tour combining nature, panoramic views, history and culture. The route uses the development potential of the regional bike network. Only a few of Switzerland's bike routes can offer such variety.

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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Type
Trip
Start location
Lugano
Destination
Ponte Tresa
Direction
One way
Ascent
4900 m
Descent
5500 m
Distance
120 km
Distance on tarred ways
36 km
Distance on natural surface
42 km
Singletrail (part of natural surface)
42 km
Multiday route
4 days
Technical requirements
Difficult
Physical requirements
Medium
Theme
With panoramic view, To a mountain peak
Signalization
Signalisation in one direction
More information https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/mountainbikeland/ro...

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Quick Facts

Route number

No. 66
Stages: 4

Distance

120 km

Ascent

4900 m