Lavertezzo Borgna
MODERATE (2.9/10)Lavertezzo → Borgna
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Lavertezzo Borgna is a 11.8 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Lavertezzo to Borgna. The route covers 1,753m of ascent and 394m of descent, with elevations ranging from 541m to 2,200m. Allow approximately 5h 36m for the full route.
The route is divided into 5 segments. The toughest stretch is the 2.1 km from La Scíma di Péüri to Poncione di Piota, climbing 573m (allow 1h 23m for this section). In contrast, the 2.7 km from Madone to Borgna is much gentler.
About 53% 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 3,734 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.4 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2200m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Lavertezzo → Pizzo d'Eus | 2.8 km | +406m | -36m | 1h 16m | 2.8 |
⛰️ Pizzo d'Eus → La Scíma di Péüri | 2.9 km | +446m | -55m | 1h 22m | 5.7 |
⛰️ La Scíma di Péüri → Poncione di Piota | 2.1 km | +573m | -0m | 1h 23m | 7.9 |
⛰️ Poncione di Piota → Madone | 1.2 km | +203m | -0m | 34 min | 9.1 |
⛰️ Madone → Borgna | 2.7 km | +125m | -302m | 1h 00m | 11.8 |
| Total | 11.8 km | +1,753m | -394m | 5h 36m | 11.8 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
🌤️ Mixed shade and exposure. Sections above 2000m are fully exposed. Lower sections offer some tree cover. Sun protection still recommended.
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, 1753m ascent, max altitude 2200.3m, ~6h 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. 3734 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2200.3m — 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 poles52% steep terrain, 1753m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Lavertezzo to Borgna (11.8 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Pizzo d'Eus km 2.8 · 671m off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Ponte dei Salti 415m off trail
- Oviga di Fuori km 0.2 · 512m off trail
- Corte da Cane km 0.5 · 691m off trail
- Rodana km 2.3 · 560m off trail
- Arossa km 3.3 · 759m off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Lavertezzo
- End
- Borgna
- Start Coordinates
- 46.25756, 8.84008
- OpenStreetMap
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