Monte Lema, Mountain summit in Lugano Prealps, Italy.
Monte Lema rises to 1620 meters above sea level, marking the border between Italy and Switzerland in the Lugano Prealps mountain range.
The mountain has been a reference point for local communities since ancient times, with its position serving as a natural boundary between Italian and Swiss territories.
Monte Lema Observatory functions as an educational center where visitors study celestial objects through professional telescopes throughout the year.
A cable car system connects the village of Miglieglia to the summit, operating daily from spring through autumn with scheduled maintenance periods in winter.
The mountain features 80 kilometers of marked trails, ranging from beginner paths to advanced routes, connecting various points across the Italian-Swiss border.
GPS coordinates: 46.04052,8.83284
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:06
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