Piora Trail

Difficult
17.9 km
4:00 h
648 mhd
648 mhd
Capanna Cadagno in Sicht
Abzweigung zum Passo del uomo

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Stausee Santa Maria

Extensive trail running with the option to stop at the Cadagno hut.

Technique /6
Fitness 5/6
Highest Point  2251 m
Lowest Point  1910 m
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Start
Lukmanier Pass summit
Destination
Lukmanier Pass summit
Coordinates
46.56285, 8.800753

Details

Description

Along the road beside the Santa Maria reservoir we have time to warm up and prepare mentally for the Passo dell` Uomo, because the rough military road in Val Termine is challenging. But after the pass summit we enjoy running on a single trail over flowery alpine meadows and past marmot colonies.


From afar we already see the Capanna Cadagno, which lies somewhat elevated on a hill. The modern architecture stands out: the old hut has been preserved at its core but has been extended all around with bright and functional spaces.


For the return route we choose the natural road over the Alp Carorescio with views of the Pizzo delle Colombe, which in its shape and form seems like a stranger in the landscape. No, it is not sugar filling crevices and gaps, but sugar-shaped dolomite, which initially caused concern for the builders of the NEAT. We leave the Lagozzo della Segna on the left, unless someone fancies an icy cold bath. Through Val Termine, the loose stones require a lot of attention again, but then we can easily run along the lake to the parking lot.

Hidden Gem

The Val Piora is marmot country.

Directions

We follow the marked path to Passo dell`Uomo and the Cadagno hut. For the return we choose the alpine road towards Passo del Sole, but at point 2254 we turn back again to Passo dell`Uomo.

Directions

Public Transport

By post bus to Lukmanier Pass summit

Travel Information

By car to Lukmanier Pass summit

Parking

Parking at the pass summit (free of charge)

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