The walk begins in Curiglia, in Val Veddasca, where free parking is available in the village. From here, the route immediately leads into the quiet pedestrian streets, following the red-and-white trail markers that guide hikers along the path. After about half an hour of uphill walking on an asphalt road, you reach Sarona.

Before continuing, it’s worth taking a moment to pause: the view over Val Veddasca and the villages on the opposite slope, with a glimpse of Lake Maggiore, is truly striking.

The route then continues following the signs for Alpone; a walk of about 30 minutes leads to the alpine pasture. A few more steps bring you to the viewpoint, an ideal spot for a relaxing break, where picnic tables and the small church of Madonna della Guardia create a simple and peaceful atmosphere.

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DETAILS:

• Duration: 3 hors 30 minutes  
• Difficulty: Easy
• Altitude: 600 mt 
• Starting point: Curiglia
• Arrival point: Alpone
• Parking: yes

AROUND HERE:

• Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca
• Monteviasco and Val Veddasca
• Splash: the best lake beaches
• Luino

*It is recommended to use GPS.