Ticino · Hiking

Vacarescia

1.8 mi
round trip
5,396 ft
climb
2,562 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Vacarescia is an out-and-back trail, 1.8 miles each way (3.6 miles round trip) in Ticino, Switzerland. It runs between about 930 ft and 2,560 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,520 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. Most of the way is dirt. It is on the edge of Moleno. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cima di Visghéd, Cima d'Aspra and Scima da Sbordann. For camping, Agritourismo La Finca and Al Censo are within about 6 miles. There are 11 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 Vacarescia for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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