Pizzo di Vogorno, Mountain summit in Ticino, Switzerland
The Pizzo di Vogorno rises to 2442 meters above sea level, featuring steep rock passages and grassy areas leading to its distinctive angular peak.
This mountain has served as a natural boundary marker between different Alpine valleys since medieval times, guiding travelers through the Lepontine Alps region.
Local mountaineering groups regularly organize guided climbs to Pizzo di Vogorno, teaching traditional Alpine navigation and safety techniques to new generations.
The ascent requires approximately 6 hours from Vogorno village, with chains and iron grips installed along steep sections to assist climbers.
From its summit, visitors can simultaneously view both Lago Maggiore and Lago di Lugano, while also observing the massive Verzasca Dam in the valley.
Location: Ticino
Elevation above the sea: 2,442.3 m
GPS coordinates: 46.23967,8.89295
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:49
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Fortifikation Bellinzona
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Capanna Alpe di Lèis
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Oratory of San Martino
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Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angeli (Lavertezzo)
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Progero church of Saint Mary
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Capanna Alpe di Gariss
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Santi Carpoforo e Gottardo Parish Church and rectory
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San Vittore Parish Church
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Santi Simone e Giuda Parish Church
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Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmine
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Oratory of Saints Anna and Cristoforo
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Chiesa della Madonna della Cintola
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Rifugio Alpe Moroscetto
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Cima di Visghéd
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Corippo
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Funivia Monte Carasso-Mornera
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Ponte tibetano Carasc
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Verzasca railway bridge
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