Trekking
The Lake Maggiore ZIPline isn’t just the thrill of flying – it’s also a great opportunity to spend a day immersed in nature.
You’ll find a whole array of options and ideas to round out your day, including the chance to discover and explore a wide network of trails of varying levels of difficulty.
Learn more about the itineraries on offer and find your ideal excursion to discover incredible panoramic views of the Intrasca Valley, surrounded by lakes and mountains.
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Below is a selection of itineraries you can follow to discover the Intrasca Valley. Choose the one that suits you best.
These scenic routes give you magnificent views of Lake Maggiore. Discover the woodland trails deep in the valley forest and walk the paths leading into the Val Grande National Park, Italy’s largest natural wilderness.
Morissolino and Morissolo: an action-packed trail
Along the military fortifications of the Cadorna Line, you come to the twin peaks of Morissolino and Morissolo, where you can enjoy one of the most spectacular views of Lake Maggiore.
From the top of Morissolino, you can see 50 kilometres of Lake Maggiore in a single view: unmissable!
Mount Morissolo is criss-crossed by a dense network of military remains: dirt tracks, trenches, artillery positions and dug-ins, built in 1916 to defend against a possible German attack through Switzerland.
Don’t miss the chance to visit the recently restored gunholes, complete with lighting system. It’s quite an experience to go from the rocky mountain trails overlooking the lake into the cool underground caves to explore the firing stations, all pointing towards Switzerland.
Mount Spalavera, the “disputed” mountain
The summit of Mount Spalavera, 1,533 metres above sea level, is a fantastic vantage point and is renowned for its incredible panoramic views of the horizon.
To get there, you will cycle along old military roads winding through fields, ancient meadows, beech and birch forests.
Marvel at the remains of trenches and pathways taking you deep into caves dug into the mountainside, military structures from the last century, a barracks, and a dug-in guard post hidden among the beech trees.
Aurano and the “curt” tour around the Lake Maggiore ZIPline
Along this circular route, which starts and ends at Segletta near the Lake Maggiore ZIPline, you’ll discover the environmental and cultural landmarks characteristic of the entire Intrasca Valley.
The “curts” were traditionally the mountain pastures near the village, the only land available for grazing livestock. The Lake Maggiore ZIPline now passes above them.
The trail takes you into a fascinating world of majestic beech trees and crystal-clear mountain streams. This is the heart of the Intrasca Valley, where life was once punctuated by the calls of shepherds echoing across the pastures.
Family ride on the military road from Colle to Folungo
This figure-of-eight route winds along the recently restored and mostly flat military road, taking in exciting views and splendid panoramas around Lake Maggiore, the Po Valley, Monte Rosa and the Swiss Alps.
Il Monte Bavarione, la dolce montagna
Il monte Bavarione è la montagna più dolce tra quelle che caratterizzano la testata della Valle Intrasca, dai morbidi crinali ed i pascoli dal verde intenso. Il panorama che si ammira dalla cima è di una dolcezza struggente: davanti agli occhi le Alpi Svizzere, la Val Cannobina ed il Lago Maggiore. La salita verso la cima è una continua sorpresa: le trincee, i piazzali delle cannoniere, le piccole grotte, i poderosi muri di sostegno, tracce dei manufatti militari della Linea Cadorna.
Ascent to Mount Zeda and a wonderful view of Lake Maggiore
Along the highest military road of Lake Maggiore, straddling the rocky ridge that separates the Intrasca and Cannobina valleys, you’ll climb right to the top of the “Zeda”. The panorama that awaits you takes in the horizon from Mount Rosa to the Swiss Alps, passing from the wild Val Grande down to Lake Maggiore, the plain and beyond…
The first stretch follows the military road, which climbs up the slope via a series of hairpin bends to Pian Vadà. From here, the military road turns into an easy and mostly flat path that leads to Piè Zeda, before rising steeply to reach the top of Mount Zeda.
Guided Tours
These trails are easy for all ages and fitness levels. But if you want a more structured tour in the company of a guide, it’s a great opportunity to really get to know this beautiful area and learn more about its history, landscape, nature and culture.
Below you’ll find the contact details of our partner hiking guides, who can suggest the perfect itinerary for you.
| Phone | ||
|---|---|---|
| Davide Zaccheo | +39 347 3113077 | davide-zaccheo@libero.it |
| Elia Sacchelli | +39 391 4229841 | info@eliasacchelli.com |
| Federico Segantin | +39 347 2624333 | farbentrek@gmail.com |
Looking to organise a group tour with family and friends or a teambuilding day?
We can help you plan that special day with family, friends or colleagues, curating the perfect programme for you. Combine your e-bike tour (with a guide or go solo – we’ll give you full instructions on which route to take) with a ride on the ZIPline and maybe a drink, lunch or snack at the La Batùa Bar Restaurant.
To find the tour that suits you, fill out the contact form and let us know your requirements.
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