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Sentiero del Monte San Giorgio

Local route No. 636, Tremona–Meride
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Description

Local route
No. 636 (Tremona–Meride)
Length
13 km
Ascent • Descent
↑ 740 m • ↓ 740 m
Lowest point • Highest point
562 m • 1032 m
Hiking time
4 h 20 min
Grade
medium (mountain hiking trail)
Fitness level
medium
Monte San Giorgio is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of the fossil finds from the Triassic Period. These are on exhibit in the museum of Meride. Other highlights: the archaeological park in Tremona-Castello, the panoramic views from the summit, lovely Alp Brusino and the studio of local painter Fiorello Fiorini.

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Weather:

OTR Mendrisiotto e Basso Ceresio

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