View of the Verzasca Dam – Chiesa dei Santi in Mergoscia loop from Gordola

View of the Verzasca Dam – Chiesa dei Santi in Mergoscia loop from Gordola

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View of the Verzasca Dam – Chiesa dei Santi in Mergoscia loop from Gordola

01:31

21.6km

740m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 12.1 km for 158 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.83 km

View of the Verzasca Dam

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The Verzasca Dam is an impressive sight and one of the highest dams in Switzerland, rising 220 metres above the Verzasca Valley. From this vantage point you will have a …

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7.43 km

Scenic Bypass Road Near Mergoscia

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Asphalted

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10.5 km

Chiesa dei Santi in Mergoscia

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In the picturesque town with around 200 residents, the church Chiesa dei Santi is truly a highlight. From here you can also enjoy a perfect view of the Lago di Vogorno reservoir.

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10.6 km

View of Lago di Vogorno and Verzasca Dam from Mergoscia

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From Mergoscia you have probably the most comprehensive view of Lake Vogorno with the Verzasca dam.

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18.3 km

Chapel of Mondacce

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A very small hamlet between the Magadino plain and Contra, it offers a beautiful view and an excellent connection for a run to the Verzasca dam.

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20.9 km

Verzasca Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge

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Great pedestrian bridge.

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21.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

3.81 km

1.30 km

922 m

878 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.5 km

173 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Comments

June 28, 2026,Radfahren

It's a good tour.. A bit strenuous but you are rewarded with the view. But it's only the first 700 m off-road, afterwards it's all asphalt. So not a gravel tour. Special a road bike tour..

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