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Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Popular

Monte Grona

Lombardy

Monte Grona rises sharply above Porlezza between the two great lakes. The trail through chestnut and beech forest to the 1,736 m summit delivers a panorama that encompasses Lake Lugano, the Como branch and the Swiss Alps — three countries visible on a clear day.

Duration
5 hours
Distance
11 km
Elevation
+1000 m
Best season
April – October

Highlights

  • Lake Lugano and Lake Como simultaneously
  • Swiss Alps on the horizon
  • Rifugio Croce di Campo

With your dog

Sure-footed dogs fine; one steep rocky section near the summit.