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24 <strong>#ticinomoments</strong> The Upper Leventina, with its unspoilt nature and landscapes ranging from snow-covered peaks to endless meadows, is the ideal place to recharge your batteries. A real paradise for walkers… and also for those who love keeping their balance. 5 REASONS WHY IT’S WORTH IT FOLIAGE IN THE UPPER LEVENTINA The train has just emerged from the Gotthard railway tunnel. Destination? Faido, in the Upper Leventina. My friends and I decided to treat ourselves to two days of nature and carefree fun to take a break from the daily grind. From the window I glimpse the Gottardo Arena, the new Ambrì-Piotta ice hockey rink that hosts matches in the national league. Who knows, maybe one evening we’ll be able to pay a visit. I’ve heard that they even organise guided tours. The train reaches the station. Just in time to hop on the PostBus leaving for the village of Dalpe. As the coach climbs the hairpin bends, I observe the landscape, which is at its most beautiful at this time of year. The colours of the trees range from green to yellow, passing through orange and red to brown. The autumn hues convey a sense of peace. I can’t wait to get going! INSIDE THE ENCHANTED WOOD A stone’s throw from the bus stop I spot a small wooden house marked “prodotti locali”. How can we resist? Cheese, biscuits, honey, yoghurt: all strictly local. Each of us buys something for the picnic we will enjoy later on. We follow the signs and make our way along the path that climbs up through the fields before entering thicker vegetation. First stop? Boscobello. A wood reminiscent of those you find in fairy tales, inhabited by elves, with towering larches and clearings dotted here and there. I look at my friends. A smile and a nod of understanding is all it takes. Yes, this is the perfect place to set up the slackline. BALANCING TO FIND YOURSELF AGAIN Together we choose the trees to which to tie the webbing: a final check on the tension, a small adjustment and we’re ready to get started. The late-morning sun penetrates the woodland, creating patterns of light and shade that warm us up nicely. I take off my shoes, step onto the “line” and listen to my breathing. It’s incredible how doing an activity like this frees your mind. You need to really concentrate to keep your balance. Your brain slowly adapts to the new sensations, with the movements becoming automatic. Walking suspended in mid-air is not just fun and exciting, but it’s also an opportunity to reconnect with yourself. We take turns on the slackline. BETWEEN WATERCOURSES AND SNOWY PEAKS Having had our fill, we start walking again, making our way out of the woods and towards the Piumogna Valley. The landscape changes once more and snow-capped peaks can be seen in the distance: Pizzo Campo Tencia, Pizzo Penca and Pizzo Forno. The river of the same name flows through the valley, with the path running alongside it. We reach a small, crystal-clear lake and stop to enjoy the delicacies we purchased earlier. Delicious! Before the sun sets behind the mountains, we stretch out on the grass and make the most of the last warm rays of the day. It’s time to go and we continue on our loop, which takes us easily back to Dalpe. A SWEET FINALE We travel by public transport to the Camping Gottardo in Chiggiogna, where we’ve decided to stay the night. It proves to be a great decision. There’s even a bakery in the campsite! It’s snack time, and so we try a local speciality: the Spampezia, a crisp pastry filled with ground walnuts. As we savour every mouthful of this famous delicacy, we reflect on our plans for the next day. I suggest stopping at Ticino’s bouldering mecca in Chironico (a few kilometres from Faido). “Perfect, excellent idea!” reply my travel companions in unison. All today’s training on the slackline will certainly prove useful tomorrow. It has been a day worth remembering, not only because of the beautiful and relaxing nature but also because of the excellent gastronomic discoveries we made along the way. I make a mental note: I’ll definitely be coming back to the Leventina Valley. Protip Did you know that there’s a dedicated slacklining association in Ticino? It’s called TIslacco and has been promoting this sport on a regional and national level since 2021. (tislacco.ch) TO THE VIDEO Discover the magic of the Leventina Valley in autumn: amidst intense colours and scents. Try slacklining in a peaceful setting. This is an activity that is accessible to everyone and offers numerous mental and physical benefits. It’s an excellent opportunity to try local specialities from Ticino: particularly the sweet pastries. Slackline equipment is easy to set up and take down.
25 A SENSORY EXPERIENCE ON TWO WHEELS To the rhythm of the pedals Ticino is a great place for cycling, offering a combination of magnificent landscapes, exciting trails and sensory experiences. North and south, mountain and valley, culture and nature, city and countryside form a whole in their contrasts. This is what makes Ticino so special. Thanks to the warm climate, the outdoor season in Ticino starts earlier and finishes later than in other areas of Switzerland. There is something new to discover every day amidst the towering mountains and the sparkling lakes! outdoor.ticino.ch ONE OF TICINO’S MOST CHARACTERISTIC VALLEYS Length 29 km Duration 2h 30min Average difficulty Splüi (natural shelters under the rock), hanging meadows and the impressive Foroglio waterfall can all be seen on this route. From Cevio to San Carlo and back on an e-bike through the 12 settlements in the Bavona Valley. ticino.ch/e-bikevalbavona CYCLING AND GASTRONOMY Length 46 km Duration 3h Average difficulty From Airolo to Biasca: 46 km to enjoy typical Ticino cuisine. This cycling route also passes several points of special interest, teaching you about the culture of this fascinating area. ticino.ch/biketourgrotti WORLD-CLASS EMOTIONS Length 7.5 km Duration 1h Average difficulty Through the woods, on a dirt track ideal for mountain bikes. Hearing the noise of the bike’s wheels in contact with the ground is electrifying. The 2003 Cross Country World Championship circuit is now open to nonprofessional bikers. ticino.ch/mtbcrosscountry BLEND OF IRRESISTIBLE AROMAS Length 41 km Duration 3h Average difficulty The Magadino plain is renowned for the cultivation of cereals, vegetables and fruit, making it the ideal place to stimulate your sense of smell. A route to travel by bike or e-bike to Tenero, where you can buy some local produce in the meantime. ticino.ch/e-bike pianodimagadino NO BARRIERS Length 5 km Duration 35 min Average difficulty A 5-km circular route for those who want to get back to cycling despite physical disabilities. A handbike trail through the forest of Monte San Giorgio, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ticino.ch/mtbmuratpelit 01. Crossing the Magadino plain on two wheels: an easy, flat route for a quality shopping trip to local farm shops offering plenty of variety. 02. The Alpi Bedretto Bike 390 trail is also accessible to handbikes during the summer period. 01 02
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