Pizzo Lucendro, Alpine summit in Ticino, Switzerland
Pizzo Lucendro is a peak in the Lepontine Alps reaching 2,963 meters above sea level. Its rocky summit stands out from the surrounding terrain and offers extensive views across the southern Swiss highlands.
Proximity to the St. Gotthard Pass made this mountain a geographical landmark for medieval travelers crossing the Alpine region. Its position has long served as a key reference point in the mountain geography of central Switzerland.
Local mountaineering clubs organize regular expeditions to Pizzo Lucendro, contributing to the strong alpinist traditions of the Ticino region.
Reaching the summit requires advanced climbing skills and proper mountaineering gear due to the technical difficulty of the route. Visitors should prepare thoroughly and approach the alpine terrain with careful planning.
From the summit, visitors can look directly down at Lake Lucendro and see the water reservoir system from an unusual vantage point high above. This natural viewing position reveals how the lake sits within the surrounding Alpine system.
Location: Ticino
Elevation above the sea: 2,963 m
GPS coordinates: 46.53891,8.51954
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:03
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