Camoghè, Mountain summit in Lugano District, Switzerland
Camoghè is a mountain summit that rises to 2228 meters (7310 feet) and marks the boundary between the Bellinzona and Lugano districts in southern Ticino. The peak forms part of the Lugano Prealps and features the rocky terrain characteristic of this Alpine region.
Iron-rich rocks have influenced mining activities in the area for centuries, leaving a mark on the landscape. The reddish color visible in the surrounding slopes comes from this long history of mineral extraction.
A small chapel near the summit honors Saint Nicholas of Flüe and reflects how mountain communities have long blended faith with life in high places. Visitors passing through notice this quiet shrine as part of the region's Alpine heritage.
Several hiking trails lead to the summit, with the most direct route starting from Gazzirola and taking around four hours to complete. Hikers should prepare for changing weather and bring sturdy boots along with plenty of water.
The slopes here are home to Androsace Brevis, a flowering plant found nowhere else but in this part of the Lugano Prealps. This small flower reveals the special ecological conditions that exist on these particular mountainsides.
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