F00a - Varzo - Bivio F32
EASY (1.3/10)Alpe Vallescia β Ponte Boldrini
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F00a - Varzo - Bivio F32 is a 11.3 km point-to-point easy hiking route in Switzerland, running from Alpe Vallescia to Ponte Boldrini. The route covers 166m of ascent and 1,609m of descent, with elevations ranging from 608m to 2,066m. Allow approximately 3h 53m for the full route.
The route is divided into 2 segments. The toughest stretch is the 10.5 km from Pizzo Cornacchia to Ponte Boldrini, climbing 144m (allow 3h 38m for this section).
About 63% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 59% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,721 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.3 L of water.
Mid-altitude route up to 2066m. Accessible MayβOctober.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | β Ascent | β Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
π Alpe Vallescia β Pizzo Cornacchia | 0.8 km | +22m | -57m | 14 min | 0.8 |
β°οΈ Pizzo Cornacchia β Ponte Boldrini | 10.5 km | +144m | -1552m | 3h 38m | 11.3 |
| Total | 11.3 km | +166m | -1,609m | 3h 53m | 11.3 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
β°οΈ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
π€οΈ Mixed shade and exposure. Sections above 2000m are fully exposed. Lower sections offer some tree cover. Sun protection still recommended.
Current Conditions
Conditions for July
β Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
Snow Conditions
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Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 11.3 km, 166m ascent, max altitude 2066m, ~4h duration.
- π Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- π± Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- π§ 2L hydration packNo water sources on route
- π« Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 1721 kcal burn
- 𧴠Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- π§’ Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- π§₯ Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2066m β wind chill
- πΆοΈ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 𧀠Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- π©Ή Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- π₯’ Trekking poles43% steep terrain, 166m+ ascent
- π§ Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 𦡠GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Alpe Vallescia to Ponte Boldrini (11.3 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
β°οΈ Peaks
- Pizzo Cornacchia km 0.8 Β· 925m off trail
- Punta Valgrande km 0.2 Β· 1.7 km off trail
π Nearby Places
- Alpe Camoscella km 1.1 Β· 1.0 km off trail
- Bugliaga dentro km 0.6 Β· 1.2 km off trail
- La Balma km 1.5 Β· 1.3 km off trail
- Cima ai Campi km 1.3 Β· 1.3 km off trail
- Alpe Valdo km 1.6 Β· 1.7 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Alpe Vallescia
- End
- Ponte Boldrini
- Start Coordinates
- 46.21124, 8.14395
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