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Trail runs in Ticino

Running on mountain tops, by the lake, in the woods or at the foot of imposing rock faces is a personal challenge. If you are looking for trail running routes that can test your limits, Ticino is the right place for you.

In Ticino you will find a staircase of more than 4,200 steps, paths just a step from the sky, paths with breathtaking differences in height.

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Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Lake Efra Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.4 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 1,200 m
Descent 1,200 m

Up and down, steep and technical with some stone steps leading to the eponymous lake. Lying just below the Capanna Efra, this little gem can be ...

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from Mariano Berri,   Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Gambarogno Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 25.8 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 2,074 m
Descent 2,074 m

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Valle Verzasca Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 24.3 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,070 m
Descent 630 m

Although the tour in the Verzasca valley appears flat, in reality it is a varied route with numerous ups and downs. The route runs from south to ...

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Monte Gambarogno Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 380 m
Descent 795 m

Incomparable view of Lake Maggiore.

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Alzasca Trail
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 23.1 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 2,079 m
Descent 2,079 m

This wonderful tour leading to the picturesque Capanna Alzasca (1734 m) could be called the "Lakes Tour".

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Pizzo Leone Trail
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 31.2 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 1,866 m
Descent 1,866 m

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Salmone Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 1,438 m
Descent 1,438 m

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Locarno Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 989 m
Descent 989 m

Beautiful sunny panoramic path with views of Lake Maggiore: can be run all year round due to its low elevation and southern orientation.

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Robiei Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 12.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 1,035 m
Descent 1,035 m

It's only a short tour, but worth every minute. It's rare to be able to enjoy breathtaking views of high mountains (Pizzo Basodino) near crystal ...

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Ascona-Locarno
Cimetta Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.2 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 598 m
Descent 1,200 m

Ascona-Locarno Tourism
Trail Running · Lugano
Scenic Trail
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 53.3 km
Duration 12:15 h
Ascent 3,572 m
Descent 3,572 m

A stunning, panoramic run along ridges in the Lugano area through awe-inspiring landscapes offering unique vistas!

from Hike Ticino,   Ticino Turismo
Trail Running · Bellinzona and Valleys
Trail Run Ritom
Difficulty difficult
Distance 24.5 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 759 m
Descent 764 m

The Val Piora, starting from Lake Ritom, offers challenging 5171 routes away from the beaten track.     

from Bellinzona e Valli Turismo,   Bellinzona e Valli Turismo