Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

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After 23.0 km for 273 m

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Start point

Train Station

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1.33 km

Scenic route from Tenero to Contra

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A panoramic road that connects Tenero to Contra, a town that was once independent but then absorbed by the Municipality of Tenero in the modern era.

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6.25 km

Verzasca Dam (Contra Dam)

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Coming from Contra, you have to carry the bike a few meters down the hiking trail. However, the climb on this side of the valley is much more pleasant as there is almost no traffic here

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9.51 km

View of Lago di Vogorno and Verzasca Dam from Mergoscia

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From Mergoscia you have probably the most comprehensive view of Lake Vogorno with the Verzasca dam.

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23.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

4.84 km

3.78 km

1.43 km

414 m

149 m

Surfaces

22.4 km

447 m

379 m

Elevation

Highest point (700 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Saturday 6 December

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3°C

92 %

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Verzasca Dam (Contra Dam)

View of Lago di Vogorno and Verzasca Dam from Mergoscia

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