Regional route No. 52, Morcote–Riva S. Vitale (Capolago)
Description
Regional route
No. 52 (Morcote–Riva S. Vitale (Capolago))
Length
12 km
Ascent • Descent
↑ 820 m • ↓ 820 m
Lowest point • Highest point
271 m • 1032 m
Hiking time
4 h 30 min
Grade
medium (mountain hiking trail)
Fitness level
medium
The Monte San Giorgio, also known as the «Fossil Mountain», is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, tackled after a short boat trip. Dinosaur fossils dating back 230-240 million years can be marvelled at in a small museum in Meride.
Sentiero Lago di Lugano
