Ticino · Hiking

Stou di Sotto - Laghi di Mottella

1.2 mi
round trip
1,537 ft
climb
7,441 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Stou di Sotto - Laghi di Mottella is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.3 miles round trip) in Ticino, Switzerland. It runs between about 6,110 ft and 7,440 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,430 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Chiggiogna, about 2.1 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Poncionetto, Poncione di Mezzo and Sasso Bianco. Cascata Piumogna is within about 3 miles. For camping, Gottardo and Camping Piantett are within about 6 miles. There are 8 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 Stou di Sotto - Laghi di Mottella for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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