Ticino · Hiking

Alpe Arena - Alpe di Porcaresc

2.5 mi
round trip
2,561 ft
climb
6,086 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Alpe Arena - Alpe di Porcaresc is an out-and-back trail, 2.5 miles each way (4.9 miles round trip) in Ticino, Switzerland. It runs between about 5,450 ft and 6,090 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,440 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Spruga, about 3.4 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cima di Fracchia, Goletta di Medaro and Cima Pian del Bozzo. For camping, Camping Munt la Reita is within about 6 miles. There are 14 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Alpe Arena - Alpe di Porcaresc for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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