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The hike from Monte San Salvatore to Vico Morcote is a classic for the whole family. Always slightly downhill, woodlands alternating with well-kept villages, pretty grotti and scenic views.

Description

From the summit, this route will take you to the village of Carona, where you can visit Parco San Grato botanical garden. You will then have two options: the first, is to go up to Alpe Vicania, the second is to go via Torello. The first route is the more difficult one, but it will take you to the domain of Castello di Morcote, where a breath-taking panorama awaits. The second route is easier and it will enable you to visit the Sanctuary of Madonna d’Ongero. Both itineraries will lead you to the town of Morcote, before taking you back to Lugano by boat.

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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
Lugano (Paradiso)
Destination
Morcote
Direction
One way
Ascent
840 m
Descent
880 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
4 h 30 min
Duration back
4 h 35 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Medium
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Route

Sentiero Lago di Lugano

Lugano (Magliaso) - Mendrisio
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 7/9

Distance

12 km

Duration

4 h 30 min

Ascent

840 m

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