Ancubona - Alp de Rog
MODERATE (1.8/10)Legeli → San Bernardino
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Ancubona - Alp de Rog is a 11.8 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Legeli to San Bernardino. The route covers 663m of ascent and 806m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,666m to 2,423m. Allow approximately 4h 08m for the full route.
The route is divided into 11 segments. The toughest stretch is the 1.3 km from Pizzo Bianco to Pizzo Curciusa, climbing 161m (allow 31 min for this section).
About 72% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,122 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.5 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2424m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Legeli → La Motta | 1.1 km | +100m | -1m | 22 min | 1.1 |
⛰️ La Motta → Piz Vignun | 2.0 km | +120m | -17m | 37 min | 3.1 |
⛰️ Piz Vignun → Cima di Val Loga Settentrionale | 0.9 km | +82m | -1m | 19 min | 4.0 |
⛰️ Cima di Val Loga Settentrionale → Cima di Val Loga Centrale | 0.5 km | +5m | -0m | 6 min | 4.5 |
⛰️ Cima di Val Loga Centrale → Piz de Val Rossa | 0.7 km | +27m | -0m | 11 min | 5.3 |
⛰️ Piz de Val Rossa → Pizzo Bianco | 1.1 km | +143m | -5m | 27 min | 6.4 |
⛰️ Pizzo Bianco → Pizzo Curciusa | 1.3 km | +161m | -5m | 31 min | 7.7 |
⛰️ Pizzo Curciusa → Piz Motton | 1.5 km | +12m | -295m | 33 min | 9.2 |
⛰️ Piz Motton → Motton | 0.7 km | +8m | -146m | 16 min | 9.9 |
⛰️ Motton → Motta d'Anzala | 1.0 km | +5m | -222m | 24 min | 10.9 |
⛰️ Motta d'Anzala → San Bernardino | 0.9 km | +0m | -114m | 16 min | 11.8 |
| Total | 11.8 km | +663m | -806m | 4h 08m | 11.8 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🥾 Mixed terrain: expect sustained climbs between runnable sections.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 56% of the route is above the treeline (2000m) with minimal shade. In summer, start before 7am to avoid peak UV. Carry sunscreen, a hat, and extra water.
Current Conditions
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 11.8 km, 663m ascent, max altitude 2423.6m, ~4h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2122 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2423.6m — wind chill
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles33% steep terrain, 663m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Legeli to San Bernardino (11.8 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- La Motta km 1.1 · 836m off trail
- Guggernüll 1.7 km off trail
- Einshorn 2.3 km off trail
- Pizzo Tambo km 1.6 · 2.4 km off trail
- Cima di Val Loga Settentrionale km 4 · 1.6 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Alp Tambo km 0.3 · 739m off trail
- Strec de Vignun km 1.3 · 1.6 km off trail
- Areua 1.9 km off trail
- Curciusa Bassa km 2.5 · 2.2 km off trail
- Nimmeliweiss 2.3 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Legeli
- End
- San Bernardino
- Start Coordinates
- 46.51017, 9.25930
- OpenStreetMap
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