Path of the Piora Valley lakes

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Path of the Piora Valley lakes

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Path of the Piora Valley lakes

05:59

15.7km

790m

Hiking

On the hike to the lakes of Val Piora, you can expect breathtaking scenery, untouched nature and, of course, lots of lakes. The tour starts at the Piora station, where you can get there from Piotta with the famous red Ritom funicular.

Immediately after you start hiking, you will immerse…

by Ticino Turismo

Last updated: October 25, 2024

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.41 km for 286 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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96 m

Ritom Funicular

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With an incline of 88%, the Ritombahn is one of the steepest funiculars in Switzerland.

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2.18 km

View of Lago Ritom from Föisc

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An unobstructed view of the Piora Valley on one side and the San Gottardo region and the Bedretto Valley on the other side.

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2.69 km

Small mountain lake

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Pretty little lake in a breathtaking landscape. The view is fantastic.

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3.34 km

Descent to Lago Ritom

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On the way down you will have great views of the lake.

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6.60 km

View of the Three Lakes

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To get to this vantage point you have to leave the hiking trail for a short time. But it's worth it!

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7.61 km

Cadagno di Fuori Alpine Village

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This is really a very small settlement, but it is very idyllic and has a fantastic view. In addition to the original raw ham from here, you can also enjoy …

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8.50 km

Val Piora

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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 …

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11.4 km

Lago Cadagno Lakeside Trail

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This side of the lake is a great single trail, easy to walk and at the same time a forest nature trail.

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15.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.01 km

2.89 km

2.75 km

1.56 km

1.18 km

268 m

Surfaces

5.02 km

4.79 km

2.14 km

1.76 km

1.19 km

769 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,160 m)

Lowest point (1,750 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

16°C

5°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

May 25, 2026,Lago di Ritom - Lago di Tom - Lago di Cadagno

Wonderful tour to the three lakes. Still a few snowfields and little water in Lago di Ritom. A swim in Lago di Tom was of course a must.

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September 25, 2024

On the hike to the lakes of Val Piora, you can expect breathtaking scenery, untouched nature and, of course, lots of lakes. The tour starts at the Piora station, where you can get there from Piotta with the famous red Ritom funicular.
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Immediately after you start hiking, you will immerse yourself in one

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