Theme trail Parco San Grato – The Fairytale Path

Nature Trail

It is addressed to children in a simple, fun and playful way.


This is a short walk, located nearthe playground and is illustrated withsignposts and illustrations of the story ofthe azalea. The purpose is for children todiscover the significance of the azalea inan easy, interesting and funny way, and tobring them to this large park, which offersmany other opportunities for enjoyment(like the playground). This walk is approximately 300 metres long.

The playground

Situated between the greenhouse and the tool-shed; and are framed by imposingconifers as well as gigantic rhododendrons and multicoloured Japanese maples. It is easily accessed from a wide sweeping road and offers many games including a seesaw, the merry-go-round, the slide, the swings, a little house and the adventurous cablecar.

Playground completely renovated!

Locality: Carona

Location: San Grato

Altitude: ca. 714 m

Map: 1353

Prospectus in the following languages: Italian – German – French – English

Features of theme trail: fairy story

Physical effort: 1 (1 = easy, 0 – 300 m. / 2 = good, 300 – 600 m. / 3 = average, 600 – 900 m.)

Technical effort: T1 (T1 = footpath / T2 = mountain hiking trail)

Refreshments: yes (Ristorante San Grato / +41 91 649 70 21)

Selling of typical local products: –