Via Alpina Red R88
MODERATE (2.1/10)Sonogno → Efra
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Via Alpina Red R88 is a 8.9 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Sonogno to Efra. The route covers 1,248m of ascent and 146m of descent, with elevations ranging from 865m to 2,021m. Allow approximately 3h 58m for the full route.
The route is divided into 4 segments. The toughest stretch is the 7.1 km from Sonogno to Cima di Nèdro, climbing 907m (allow 3h 02m for this section).
About 58% 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 2,365 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.4 L of water.
Mid-altitude route up to 2022m. Accessible May–October.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Sonogno → Cima di Nèdro | 7.1 km | +907m | -133m | 3h 02m | 7.1 |
⛰️ Cima di Nèdro → Scaiee | 1.0 km | +146m | -13m | 27 min | 8.1 |
⛰️ Scaiee → Capanna Efra | 0.8 km | +196m | -0m | 28 min | 8.9 |
🏠 Capanna Efra → Efra | 0.0 km | +0m | -0m | 0 min | 8.9 |
| Total | 8.9 km | +1,248m | -146m | 3h 58m | 8.9 |
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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 July
✅ 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 8.9 km, 1248m ascent, max altitude 2021.5m, ~4h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 2L hydration packNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2365 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2021.5m — 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 poles48% steep terrain, 1248m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Sonogno to Efra (8.9 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
📍 Nearby Places
- Pontasc km 0.8 · 378m off trail
- El Mónt del Lüisígn 538m off trail
- El Mónt del Stéven km 0.1 · 574m off trail
- I Lovaldítt km 0.4 · 626m off trail
- Ar Péscia km 0.2 · 720m off trail
Route Details
- Network
- International Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Sonogno
- End
- Efra
- Start Coordinates
- 46.35012, 8.78705
- OpenStreetMap
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