The rock ridge of the Castelgrande consists of gneiss and rises almost 40 meters above the old town. On the north side, almost vertically sloping rock walls offer protection, on …

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Martin & Luzia

April 16, 2016

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An impressive castle open to the public. A beautiful grotto (bistro) on the edge of the castle invites you to linger. The passageway that runs under the wall into the valley is also interesting. Entrance fee for the museum and tower: 5 francs

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August 10, 2021

Hiking

If you don't want to use the stairs, there are two lifts available here.

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Best Hikes to Castelgrande Bellinzona

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1. From Bellinzona to the Ponte Tibetano Carasc – loop tour

17.7km

06:19

890m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Parks and castles of Bellinzona – loop tour

10.8km

03:14

290m

300m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Carasc Tibetan Bridge – Curzútt Historic Village loop from Bellinzona

18.2km

06:04

710m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 240 m

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Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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Location: Ticino, Switzerland

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Castelgrande Bellinzona

1. From Bellinzona to the Ponte Tibetano Carasc – loop tour

2. Parks and castles of Bellinzona – loop tour

3. Carasc Tibetan Bridge – Curzútt Historic Village loop from Bellinzona

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