Ticino · Hiking

Via Alta Carassina

A 4.5-mile point-to-point route in Ticino, Switzerland.

4.5 mi
one way
3,517 ft
climb
7,992 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Via Alta Carassina is a 4.5-mile point-to-point route in Ticino, Switzerland. It runs between about 5,570 ft and 7,990 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,520 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. Most of the way is dirt. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Torre, about 2.2 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cima di Brasciana, Campanin di Stabio and Cima della Negra. For camping, TCS Camping Olivone and Acquarossa are within about 6 miles. 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 Via Alta Carassina for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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