With its many lakes in a wide high valley and beautiful mountain surroundings, Val Piora is considered one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Ticino and is a popular excursion destination in midsummer. The Lago Ritóm reservoir can be easily reached by cable car and is a walking area. Further back in the valley it becomes quieter - but not really, because hundreds of cattle populate the wide alpine pastures.

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September 22, 2021

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Very nice alp for hiking very nice hiking trails!

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December 23, 2023

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The Piora Alp is one of the largest mountain pastures in Ticino, with an area of 3500 hectares. Different types of cheeses are produced here and direct sales are available. In the heart of Val Piora, it is surrounded by lush nature, with many lakes and waterways. It is the ideal place to stop during an excursion.

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1. Path of the Piora Valley lakes

15.7km

05:59

790m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Between Val Piora and Val Cadlimo from Passo dell'Uomo – loop from Cadagno di Fuori

20.9km

06:46

770m

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

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3. Around Lake Cadagno – loop from Cadagno di Fuori

3.20km

01:00

40m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 1,950 m

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Monday 26 January

2°C

-4°C

11 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Location: Quinto, Leventina, Ticino, Switzerland

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1. Path of the Piora Valley lakes

2. Between Val Piora and Val Cadlimo from Passo dell'Uomo – loop from Cadagno di Fuori

3. Around Lake Cadagno – loop from Cadagno di Fuori

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