Monte Tamaro
Monte Tamaro, situated in the triangle between Lugano - Bellinzona - Locarno, together with the Monte Ceneri pass divides the Upper and Lower Ceneri.
This mountain is one of the most appreciated destinations in the region thanks to its ability to offer entertainment, natural beauty and sporting activities.
From Rivera, a convenient cable car takes you to Alpe Foppa, where there is a large restaurant near a small lake, the Santa Maria degli Angeli Church designed by the architect Mario Botta, the departure point for panoramic walks and mountain bike trails. Monte Tamaro offers excitement and fun for the whole family, in fact there is also a children's playground, a coaster bob, a zip line and an adventure park.
Monte Tamaro cable car
Just 15 km from Lugano, the Monte Tamaro cable car can easily be reached by car, taking the Rivera exit from the A2 or by train, getting off at Rivera-Bironico station. The cableway climbs smoothly to 1,530 m.
Restaurants Lugano - Rivera
Alpe Foppa
Traditional cuisine, especially typical Ticino dishes, such as polenta with two different kinds of cheese, home-made meat and vegetarian lasagne and tripe stew Ticino-style.
Restaurants Lugano - Rivera
Alpe Foppa
Traditional cuisine, especially typical Ticino dishes, such as polenta with two different kinds of cheese, home-made meat and vegetarian lasagne and tripe stew Ticino-style.
Monte Tamaro activities
Splash & SPA Tamaro
An oasis of fun and relaxation. Magic and energy meet to provide you with an unforgettable experience full of action and fun, well-being and fantasy. This is Splash & SPA Tamaro, the water park in the canton of Ticino.
Camper Area Tamaro
The Camper Area Tamaro is located on the Monte Ceneri pass and is a good starting point for excursions throughout the canton. This is an exclusive parking area for camper vans, open all year round, 24 / 24h.
Rivera
Church Santa Maria degli Angeli
Designed by world-famous architect Mario Botta, is a marvel of contemporary architecture and features paintings by Enzo Cucchi.
Rivera
Church Santa Maria degli Angeli
Designed by world-famous architect Mario Botta, is a marvel of contemporary architecture and features paintings by Enzo Cucchi.
Hiking trails and MTB tracks
– Lugano (Magliaso) – Mendrisio
Sentiero Lago di Lugano
Those who have hiked these stages know the Sottoceneri through and through: from the pre-Alpine mountains to the Mediterranean shores, from mountain huts to grottos surrounded by vineyards, the Sottoceneri presents itself in all its diversity.
9 stages
| Length | 137 km |
| Duration | 49 h |
| Height difference | 8700 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | difficult |
The Monte Tamaro - Monte Lema Hike
This pre-alpine crossing is one of the most renowned and astounding excursions in the Swiss Pre-Alps and is located in an area overlooking both Switzerland and Italy.
| Length | 12.8 km |
| Duration | 4 h 50' |
| Height difference | 963 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | difficult |
– Alpe Foppa – Capanna Tamaro – Alpe Canigiolo – La Bassa – Alpe di Torricella – Arosio – Bedano - Rivera
Monte Tamaro Bike – Nr. 362
This loop trail is quite an experience: the ascent from Alpe Foppa to Capanna Tamaro is rough, but the fantastic views of the valley, Lake Lugano and Lago Maggiore are worth the effort. The long downhill ride through forests and across alps to the Vedeggio River in the valley is a technical challenge.
| Length | 31.7 km |
| Duration | 3 h 20' |
| Height difference | 756 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | easy |
Monte Tamaro MTB
Monte Tamaro is one of the region’s most popular spots, providing thrilling Alpine experiences just a stone’s throw from the city. Amongst the many good reasons for visiting, we should mention the great routes for MTB enthusiasts, starting directly from the cable car arrival point at Alpe Foppa (1532 m).
– Rivera – Monte Ceneri – Rivera
Cross Country Circuit Rivera
Experience the emotions of unforgettable world-class competitions
| Length | 7.27 km |
| Duration | 45' |
| Height difference | 211 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | easy |
– Alpe Foppa – Capanna Tamaro – Monte Tamaro – Alpe di Neggia
Alpe Foppa – Alpe di Neggia
Panoramic hike, which takes you from Alpe Foppa to Alpe di Neggia, offering you two variations along the path, both surrounded by the nature.
| Length | 6.9 km |
| Duration | 2 h 45' |
| Height difference | 512 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Alpe Foppa – Capanna Tamaro – Monte Tamaro – Bassa d’Indemini – Bassa di Montoia – Monte Gradiccioli – La Bassa – Arosio
Alpe Foppa – Arosio
Twin Hike of the Monte Tamaro – Monte Lema Mountain Trail.
| Length | 14.5 km |
| Duration | 5 h 30' |
| Height difference | 815 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | difficult |
– Alpe Foppa – Capanna Tamaro – Monte Tamaro – Alpe Foppa
Tamaro summit
Step by step to the top of Monte Tamaro and its unique panorama view over Ticino.
| Length | 8 km |
| Duration | 3 h |
| Height difference | 575 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Alpe Foppa – Capanna Tamaro – Monte Tamaro – Alpe Duragno – Alpe Foppa
Tour of Monte Tamaro
The ultimate scenic route.
| Length | 9.7 km |
| Duration | 3 h 40' |
| Height difference | 723 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Ristorante Alpe Foppa – panoramic point one – Ristorante Alpe Foppa
Artistic Walk
The Artistic Walk combines nature and culture and is of interest for the whole family.
| Length | 1 km |
| Duration | 20' |
| Height difference | 52 m |
| Requirements | easy |
| Conditions | easy |
– Ristorante Alpe Foppa – Zottone - panoramic point two - panoramic point one – Ristorante Alpe Foppa
Panoramic Walk
The path which combines unique views and culture.
| Length | 2.6 km |
| Duration | 50' |
| Height difference | 141 m |
| Requirements | easy |
| Conditions | easy |
– Alpe Foppa – Alpe Duragno – Capanna Tamaro – Alpe Foppa
Alpe Duragno walk
The circular Alpe Duragno Walk, the longest of the three, offers you a panoramic and constantly suggestive view.
| Length | 6.4 km |
| Duration | 2 h 25' |
| Height difference | 476 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Piano di Mora (intermediate station of the cable car) – Monti di Spina – Monte Ceneri – Rivera (Valley station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Piano di Mora – Rivera (via forestry road)
The classic route, also suitable for pushchairs.
| Length | 10.2 km |
| Duration | 2 h 40' |
| Requirements | easy |
| Conditions | difficult |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Piano di Mora (intermediate station of the cable car) – Monti di Spina – Soresina – Rivera (Valley station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Piano di Mora – Rivera (direct route)
The shortest and more direct route.
| Length | 6.9 km |
| Duration | 2 h 10' |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | difficult |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Nágra – In Dümm – Soresina – Rivera (Valley station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Nágra – Rivera
A very attractive and less frequented alternative route to reach Rivera along a path that winds largely through the forest.
| Length | 8.9 km |
| Duration | 2 h 40' |
| Height difference | 90 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Nágra – Piano di Mora (intermediate station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Nágra – Piano di Mora
An alternative and more characteristic route to reach the intermediate station of the cable car along a path that winds largely through the forest.
| Length | 3.7 km |
| Duration | 1 h 25' |
| Height difference | 121 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Duragno – Faedone – Monti Nanazzo – Soresina – Rivera (Valley station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Duragno – Rivera
Variant further south to descend.
| Length | 9.1 km |
| Duration | 3 h |
| Height difference | 173 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | difficult |
– Alpe Foppa (Mountain station of the cable car) – Duragno – Faedone – Monti Nanazzo – Piano di Mora (intermediate station of the cable car)
Alpe Foppa – Duragno – Piano di Mora
A highly varied route that is essentially divided into three distinct sections.
| Length | 7.4 km |
| Duration | 2 h 30' |
| Height difference | 303 m |
| Requirements | medium |
| Conditions | medium |
