Monte Tamaro – In the heart of the hills

Landscape, nature, and culture come together in this exciting 66 km medium-difficulty loop.

Monte Tamaro – In the heart of the hills

Starting from Alpe Foppa, the trail guides you into the heart of Malcantone along some of its most intriguing single trails. After Capanna Tamaro, the route crosses Alpe di Torricella and picturesque villages like Breno and Miglieglia, before reaching the lakeshore at Ponte Tresa and Agno. The climb back up through the valley floor from Taverne brings you back to the cable car in Rivera.

Main stops: Alpe Foppa (mountain station of the cable car)–  Capanna Tamaro – Bassa d’ Indemini – Alpe Canigiolo – La Bassa – Alpe di Torricella – Arosio – Breno – Miglieglia – Ponte Tresa – Agno – Taverne – Rivera (valley station of the cable car)

Itinerary details

Length:

66 km

Ground: 29.7 km dirt road / 13.8 km single trail / 22.5 km asphalted road
Total climb / descent:

1 511 m / 2 564 m

Time required:

7 h 20 min

Technique: Medium

Fitness:

Difficult

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Charging station (free) for E-bikes and a small service station for all mountain bikes at Alpe Foppa. A second service station is located at the bottom station of the cableway in Rivera.