Robiei Trail

Logo Robiei Trail
Logo Robiei Trail
Tour data
12.28km
1,856 - 2,456m
Distance
887hm
881hm
Ascent
03:00h
 
Duration
Brief description

It's only a short tour, but worth every minute. It's rare to be able to enjoy breathtaking views of high mountains (Pizzo Basodino) near crystal clear mountain lakes on the same day.

Difficulty
medium
Rating
Technique
Fitness
Landscape
Experience
Starting point

S.Carlo (Bavona), Funivia - Robiei

Route
Capanna Basodino CAS (1,856 m)
11.6 km


Best season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Description

Nestled in spectacular mountain scenery characterised by rocks, cliffs and wild nature, San Carlo in the Bavona valley is where you'll find the lower terminus of the aerial cableway that ascends to Robièi, the starting point of this tour. 

Certainly the most convenient and energy-saving way of reaching Robièi, the cableway offers a chance to view this fascinating tract of nature from the air. It takes just 15 minutes to reach the altitude of 1900 m: delightful Robièi is at the foot of the Basodino glacier and near the Basodino dam, which affords a wonderful view of the Ticino Alps. The Basodino Glacier, the most impressive and important glacier in Canton Ticino, has a shimmering white peak that reaches up to 3273 m before a magnificent arena of granite and gneiss.

The trail starts at the upper terminus of the cableway and follows the left-hand bank of Lake Robièi. Right at the beginning there’s a lengthy ascent with an altitude gain of 500 metres, followed by a slight descent to the lake. A long section of asphalted road leads past the lake. At the fork, take the unsurfaced path that rises slightly again instead of following the road to Lake Bianco. The lake glistens in the sun and crystals sparkle on the path.

Robièi is known for its mineral wealth. Navigating gentle ups and downs, you follow partially exposed passages past Lake Nero before tackling the short ascent to the highest point of the tour. On reaching the end of the lake, the path turns off to the Alpe Lielp, where you encounter cows, goats and pigs: this is where the excellent Vallemaggia cheese, butter and ricotta are produced. From Alpe Lielp you can continue downhill to the Basodino hut, looking out for marmots, ibexes and chamois as you go. At the upper terminus station, take the cableway back down to San Carlo.

Directions

Robiei-Lago dei Cavagnöö-Lago Nero-Capanna Basodino-Robiei

Highest point
2,456 m
Endpoint

S.Carlo (Bavona), Funivia - Robiei

Height profile
© outdooractive.com

Equipment

Light running backpack (approx. 5 to 10 liters) with rain cover if necessary
Trail running shoes
Special running socks if necessary
Adequate and breathable clothing in multiple layers
Trail running sticks if necessary
Sun and rain protection
Snacks and drinking water
First aid kit
Penknife
Mobile phone
Headlight and reflectors if necessary
Maps

Additional information

www.robiei.ch


Public transportation
From Locarno railway station: bus 315 towards Cavergno, Paese. Alight at Bignasco, Posta and change to PostBus 333 to San Carlo (Bavona), where you'll find the aerial cableway to Robièi (hours of operation and information at www.robiei.ch )
Return from San Carlo (Bavona): PostBus 333 to Bignasco, Posta. At Bignasco change to bus 315 towards Locarno Stazione. Alight at Locarno station.

Further information: www.sbb.ch 


Author
The tour Robiei Trail is used by outdooractive.com provided.

Overall rating

5

0

%

4

0

%

3

0

%

2

0

%

1

0

%

Error
An error has occurred. Please try again.
Thank you for your review

Rating has been deleted

GPS Downloads
  • GPX GPS Exchange Format (XML)
  • KML Google Earth, Google Maps
QR Download Codes for Mobile Phones

General info

Refreshment stop
A lot of view
Other tours in the regions

Popular tours in the area

Trail Run Ritom

difficult Trailrunning
24.11km | 690hm | 04:45h

Bornengo - Trail

difficult Trailrunning
26.18km | 1373hm | 05:40h

Alzasca Trail

difficult Trailrunning
23.19km | 1854hm | 08:00h

Lolenpass Trail

medium Trailrunning
18.49km | 414hm | 03:30h