Paradiso - San Salvatore - Morcote - July 10 2020
Good exercise, beautiful views and delicious food.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 900 m
- Descent
- 967 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 271 m
- High Point
- 855 m
- Gradient
- 15˚
This is a perfect hike for a fun day off with friends or family. Start off in Paradiso and enjoy the cardio walk up the steep path to Monte San Salvatore, all the while engulfed by spectacular views of Lake Lugano.
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Description
Once you get to the summit, see the old chapel and have a lunch break at the restaurant. Cross the mountain through Carona all the way down to Morcote. On the way you will cross little towns, pastures, and a fairytale like deep forest which will lead you all the way to an old stone staircase descending back down to the lake.
Have a beer in town to celebrate a fantastic day.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Forestry or heavy vegetation